In the pursuit of sustainable agriculture, soil is more than just dirt. It is a dynamic, living ecosystem that supports crop growth and health, regulates water and nutrient cycling, and contributes to climate change action. Recognizing this, scientists from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, under the CGIAR Initiative on Nature Positive Solutions conducted a soil baseline study
Digital agriculture is revolutionizing how we produce food. By integrating advanced technologies such as data analytics, machine learning, sensors, drones, GPS, and satellite imagery into traditional farming practices, digital agriculture aims to optimize crop production and resource use. As the global population increases and climate change pressures intensify, leveraging technology to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability is not just beneficial—it’s
Iron-rich beans can be integrated into consumers’ diets to enhance nutrition and cognitive function, especially for children and youth. But how can this be achieved at scale? Schools represent a strong entry point. Accumulated evidence shows large-scale nutrition gains through collaborative efforts to integrate biofortified high-iron beans into school feeding programs across Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, and the Democratic
When Samuel Uwihanganye – a passionate advocate for children’s nutrition and community empowerment – began experimenting with fortified flour blends in his modest facility in Bweramvura, Rwanda, he likely never imagined that his creations, which he developed with technical support from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT through the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA), would someday receive international recognition.
In Niger, children aged 9–12 became ‘mini-ministers’ in a school government promoting forgotten foods. Led by Forge Arts in 2025, this creative approach empowers youth to protect biodiversity and lead change in their communities. The student government model for promoting NUS explained In a sunny schoolyard in Niamey, Niger, a group of primary school children stands proudly before an
Imagine weather information as a GPS for farmers. Without it, the journey becomes uncertain, filled with wrong turns and delays. But with it, farmers can navigate their seasons with confidence, planting at the right time, avoiding risks and reaping better harvests. In Rwanda’s Rulindo District, a hands-on capacity-building training in Rusiga Sector, Kirenge Cell, brought this concept to life.
Could the future of dryland agriculture emerge along the shores of the Red Sea? From June 10–12, 2025, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT participated in Djibouti’s first-ever National Agri-Business Forum, bringing together decision-makers, researchers, donors, and the private sector. In a country facing extreme climatic conditions but committed to innovation, the Alliance showcased its expertise in Climate-Smart
As Rwanda continues efforts towards eradicating malnutrition, the bean crop continues to be a symbol of national resilience and agricultural innovation. Beans, widely produced by Rwandan farmers and deeply ingrained in local household diets, are now central to a revitalized collaboration between the Government of Rwanda and the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA). This enduring and impactful partnership gained