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CGIAR scientists and their partners know better than most the potential scientific innovation holds to generate impact toward sustainable agriculture and climate action. However, in the complex food systems innovation ecosystem, challenges such as misalignment between innovative solutions and market demands, perceived risks, intellectual property concerns, cultural mismatches, and regulatory intricacies all hinder scalability. How can we ensure that agricultural

In Nairobi, more than 250 scientists from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT came together for Science Week 2024, from March 5-8th. This annual event is a unique opportunity for our researchers to share their latest knowledge, exchange stories and aspirations that accelerate the impact of the Alliance’s projects through cross-pollination. The focus this year was to “think global, act local“, inviting

Cairo, 12 March 2024 – The Climate Resilient Africa Fund (CRAF) and the Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) – an initiative powered by The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT of CGIAR – are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement aims to establish an exchange network that actively supports climate and agri-food innovation through comprehensive initiatives focused on

En julio del 2023, la plataforma Agua de Honduras lanzó su Comunidad de Práctica, un espacio a través de un foro virtual que reúne desde profesionales del sector hídrico hasta estudiantes e interesados en el tema del agua en Honduras. Este foro brinda un espacio para intercambiar conocimientos, compartir experiencias y establecer colaboraciones que contribuyan a la transformación del panorama

In recent years, the impact of climate change has become increasingly evident, posing significant challenges to communities worldwide. In the heart of Kenya, Laikipia County finds itself at the forefront of addressing these challenges, recognizing the urgent need for collective action to build resilience, foster sustainable development, and ensure peace. Laikipia County, like many regions across Africa, faces a myriad

Seasonal forecasts are essential for communities to prepare themselves for potential climate hazards such as heat stress, floods, and droughts. When the Kenya Meteorological Department released the national forecast for the March, April, and May (MAM) rainfall season, it marked a critical moment for local planning. Using this information, communities can engage in early action and informed decision-making. Participatory Scenario

This development comes ahead of the 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16), which Colombia is hosting in October 2024. The project includes a payment for ecosystem services scheme that would benefit ASPROABELEN, a cacao producers’ association in the Colombian department of Caqueta. The Alliance has been working with the association since 2019 as

West Java, 2003: In the rural village of Nagrog, Pak Tatang Sutardi walked through the barren lands south of the nearly 12,500-hectare Masigit Kareumbi Hunting Park. With the dream of repopulating the empty landscape with native trees, he gathered 24 comrades and formed the Giri Jaya Forest Farmer Group. Fastforward to 2024, and Giri Jaya now owns a self-sustaining nursery