Cereal seed systems
30 August 2022, Africa: For certified seed to reach a farmer’s field for cultivation, it passes through many hands – international
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CRAFT tool helps Ethiopian experts predict crop yields to improve early warning decisions
26 August 2022, Africa: The food security of millions in East Africa – particularly Ethiopia – has been undermined by climate shocks
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Mexican farming can transition to be more resilient with technology
24 August 2022, Mexico: In Mexico and around much of the world, the cost of food fell sharply last month but
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Biological nitrogen fixation and prospects for ecological intensification in cereal-based cropping systems
24 August 2022, US: Among the inputs needed for a healthy soil, nitrogen is unique because it originates from the atmosphere.
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The potential of conservation agriculture in increasing yield and tackling climate change
23 August 2022, Bangladesh: A multitude of research on the benefits of conservation agriculture (CA) in South Asia has predominantly focused
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The power of data in improving conditions for female farmers
19 August 2022, Bangladesh: Despite women’s essential role in agrifood systems, their contribution can be overlooked, with resources instead targeted towards
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Conservation agriculture practices revive saline and sodic soils
18 August 2022, New Delhi: In arid and semi-arid regions, soil salinity and sodicity pose challenges to global food security and
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Afghan wheat landrace shows promise for rust resistance
17 August 2022, Afghanistan: Rust pathogens are the most ubiquitous fungal pathogens that continue to pose a serious threat to wheat
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CIMMYT: More than machines
16 August 2022, Africa: It’s a familiar problem in international agricultural development – a project with external funding and support has
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Pilot of new wheat variety improves yield for farmers in Ethiopia
16 August 2022, Ethiopia: “I am happy with this wheat variety and all the support from the project,” said Agere
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