At the heart of the Periodic Table of Food Initiative (PTFI) lies a simple yet profound concept: applying the principles of the periodic table – the cornerstone of chemistry – to the realm of food. Just as the periodic table organizes chemical elements based on their properties and interactions, the PTFI seeks to categorize and understand the biochemical components of
Improved forages allow for increased yields in meat and milk production and improved mitigation and adaptation of livestock systems to climate change, as they are more tolerant to adverse weather conditions such as prolonged droughts. They are also a good strategy for climate change mitigation as they produce more biomass of higher quality and reduce the use of space for
The two-day forum, hosted by Kasetsart University’s Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics on 18-19 April, sought to share capacities and provide graduate students and young researchers with opportunities to actively contribute towards enhanced food security, improved nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and food systems transformation in the region through good and quality research undertakings. Following a nine-point implementation plan, Huynh underscored
Below, we invite you to explore case studies from around the globe of efforts to save and sustainably use agrobiodiversity. Community Seedbanks From beginnings as humble as a farmer collecting the seeds of a particularly hardy squash plant and sharing them with their neighbor, a seedbank can grow into a local organization and support system for farmers. If well-maintained, these
Los ‘sistemas de tanques en cascada’ (TCS por sus siglas en inglés) son un antiquísimo sistema de riego diseñado para recoger, almacenar y distribuir el agua de lluvia en la región seca de Sri Lanka. Formados por una serie de embalses interconectados, fueron construidos hace más de 2.000 años (1) para prevenir la escasez de agua en la parte del
Geoffrey Hawtin‘s leadership as Director General of IPGRI and Bioversity International (from 1991 to 2003) propelled groundbreaking initiatives, emphasizing the preservation of agricultural biodiversity as crucial for resilient food systems. His advocacy for neglected and underutilized crops showcased their potential in mitigating global challenges such as climate change and malnutrition. As Director General of CIAT in 2008 and 2009, Hawtin spearheaded transformative tropical agricultural research, prioritizing
Water, energy, and food are intimately linked and interdependent. Together, these resources have a major impact on the environment and human well-being. For sustainable and equitable development, it is essential to balance people’s need for food security with our limited supply of freshwater resources while also protecting ecosystems. Managing this ‘WEF nexus’’ is a requires the involvement of many stakeholders
The project responds to the urgent need for co-designed Weather and Climate Information Services (WCIS), recognizing their pivotal role in enabling farmers to anticipate and manage extreme events, optimize favorable conditions, and adapt to the ever-evolving climate landscape. However, amidst these efforts, there exists a critical gap in inclusivity, particularly concerning the engagement of women and youth, who are disproportionately