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Agriculture is essential for Ethiopia’s economy, contributing significantly to its GDP (32.6%). Smallholder farmers, who produce almost 95% of agricultural output, face significant challenges from climate change and variability such as irregular rainfall, temperature rises and pests. These issues reduce farm productivity, leading to food insecurity, income fluctuations, and slower economic growth. Enhancing resilience to climate change and variability risks

As the need for global climate change action and ecosystem restoration accelerates, rethinking mainstream agricultural practices is crucial. By enrichening biodiversity in the foods we eat and the farming landscapes we create, we can make key contributions to achieving global goals. An untapped resource for reaching global goals “From soil to microorganisms, bugs, plant varieties, pollinators and plenty more, agrobiodiversity

Strengthening innovation networks, analyzing results, scaling plans, sustainable technologies and agricultural technologies were the topics addressed to ensure the sustainability of the initiative’s achievements. On August 6, 2024, Santa Rosa de Copán became the epicenter of sustainable agri-food innovation in Western Honduras with the Annual Meeting of the AgriLAC Resiliente Initiative. This event not only celebrated advancements in sustainable practices

Colombia BioConecta is a digital platform to promote collaboration with leading academic, scientific and environmental institutions in Valle del Cauca, Colombia, dedicated to fostering international cooperation and positive environmental impact. The platform integrates 20 institutions in one place, and its mission is to highlight the topics of conservation and study of biodiversity carried out by each of them. Cali, August

Maize is the second largest crop of the world after wheat, but the most produced globally in terms of total volume, with 1.2 billion tons annually. Along with wheat and rice, these staple cereals represent near half of world’s food calories, especially in developing countries. Its importance as a source of food and income is not in question, but its

The Annual AgriLAC Resiliente Meeting brought together efforts to scale agri-food innovations in Eastern Honduras, highlighting achievements from the InnovaHub and demonstration plots, and charting a sustainable future for agriculture. The Annual AgriLAC Resiliente Meeting – an initiative led by the Alliance and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) with support from other CGIAR centers including CIP and

In 2020, global agricultural emissions were 16 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and other FAO data shows that cattle – including meat and milk – contribute around 3.8 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent. Increasing the efficiency and output of cattle grazing (like increasing milk production or

In a world where maize stands as one of the most vital crops, feeding billions and driving economies, the quest to enhance its nutritional value has taken center stage. While maize is a staple food, it often falls short in providing essential micronutrients, which are crucial for human health. A groundbreaking review paper recently published, explores the intricate factors influencing