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Scientists at NaSARRI to develop iron and zinc bio-fortified sorghum
Source: Charmar News ()
CIMMYT, in partnership with NaSARRI and stakeholders, is pioneering a project in Uganda to biofortify sorghum with iron and zinc to reduce malnutrition in East Africa.
CIMMYT joins global efforts to curb greenhouse emissions and strengthen food systems
CIMMYT promoted ways to lessen climate shocks, especially for smallholder farmers who inordinately suffer the effects of climate change, including rising temperatures and extended droughts.
Researchers push for adoption of high-yielding millet varieties in Busia
CIMMYT and partners are spearheading the adoption of high-yielding millet varieties to boost food security and tackle climate change.
Padma Shri for Kashi scientist Ravi Prakash Singh
Source: The Times of India ()
Dr. Ravi Prakash Singh, associated with CIMMYT, is awarded the Padma Shri.
New wheat varieties lauded for mitigating rust disease, increasing yield in Ethiopia
Source: Milling Middle East & Africa ()
CIMMYT’s wheat varieties boost Ethiopia’s agriculture by combating rust and increasing yields, significantly enhancing food security.
Afriseed: How improved legume seed can help transform Zambia’s agrifood systems
Afriseed and AID-I are helping smallholder famers in Zambia transition to improved, high-yielding legumes.
Tela maize will boost food sufficiency, create wealth in Nigeria – Stakeholders
Source: Daily Nigerian ()
CIMMYT’s involvement in the TELA Maize Project has been instrumental in the development of new drought-tolerant and pest-resistant maize varieties.
Transforming rural agriculture with improved seed and mechanization
Attended by over 1,300 smallholder farmers, the fourth edition of the CIMMYT seed and mechanization fairs held in Mwenezi and Masvingo districts linked farmers with private sector companies.
Strengthening seed systems with Zamseed
To improve food security in Zambia and Tanzania, CIMMYT and Zamseed join forces to strengthen maize resilience.
CIMMYT-BISA-ICAR partnership brings huge benefits in South Asia
In 2011, CIMMYT and ICAR committed to agricultural development in South Asia with the creation of BISA. Since then, BISA has increased crop yields, developed hardy wheat varieties and championed environmental health.
Strengthening seed systems emphasized to enhance Bhutan’s seed and food security initiatives
The mountainous Himalayan country is facing a reduction in the production of cereals, and an increase in productivity within the limited arable area is needed.
The Landscape of Agricultural Biotechnology
Source: Technology Works (18 Dec 2023)
Kevin Pixley explores the impact of genetic engineering on resilient crop varieties
CIMMYT at the Borlaug Dialogue
The 2023 Borlaug Dialogue showcased CIMMYT’s collaborations in Mozambique and innovative initiatives to address agricultural challenges in Southern Africa.
Cultivando un MĂ©xico Mejor: 100% sustainable barley supply
Source: Ministerie van Landbouw, Natuur en Voedselkwaliteit (18 Dec 2023)
Three new CIMMYT maize hybrids available from Southern Africa Breeding Program
CIMMYT announces three new, improved tropical maize hybrids.