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NAIROBI, KENYA – Over 10,000 delegates, including farmers, science experts, policymakers, partners, and funders, are convening in person and online at Science Week, with the participation of the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. We share a common goal to strengthen global food security and smallholder livelihoods via groundbreaking science and innovation that boosts agricultural productivity while safeguarding the

The municipalities of Santa Rita (department of Copán, Honduras) and Olopa (department of Chiquimula, Guatemala), are located in the Central American Dry Corridor region, characterized by irregular rainfall, high susceptibility to climate variability, and, according to IPCC models, high vulnerability to climate change. These challenges will be critical for farmers due to the effects that climate has on cash

Bringing together funders, policymakers, scientists, private sector partners, media, and food influencers, the evening offered a multi-sensory experience that celebrated the power of science to nourish, sustain, and transform. Each dish served was more than a delight to the palate—it was a story of research, resilience, and the richness of Africa’s agricultural biodiversity. The menu featured a thoughtful selection of

Through training delivered in collaboration with partners—including ‘Union Pour L’emancipation de la Femme Autochtone’ (UEFA), ‘Initiative des Femmes Pour la Promotion de la Paix et le Developpment’ (IFPPD), and the ‘Beans for Women Empowerment’ (B4WE) project in Eastern DRC, funded by Global Affairs Canada—Mrs. Furaha (a farmer and mother of four) broke the cycle of inequality and violence that had long affected her household.

A new initiative is set to empower Pakistan’s agrifood micro, small and medium enterprises and financial institutions by providing tailored climate risk financing solutions, enabling them to adapt to climate challenges and de-risk investments in the agrifood sector. A cycle of climate risks  Pakistan’s agricultural sector stands at the frontline of the climate crisis, with escalating cycles of drought

Colombia’s southwestern region known as the ‘Macizo Colombiano’ is a treasure trove of biodiversity and a source of livelihoods for millions of people. There, an international partnership is joining efforts to strengthen the relationship between environmental conservation and food security. With the support of the Irish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is leading EPINER, a

A perspective study published in Nature Food argues that global agroecological frameworks and research must better integrate water and aquatic foods if they are to effectively drive food system transformation. While agroecology has long been promoted as a holistic approach to food system sustainability, the study reveals that key resources — such as water and aquatic foods — remain largely

From energy geopolitics to climate equity, this year’s International Network on African Energy Transition (INAET) conference delivered a powerful convergence of ideas, perspectives, and momentum. Held in Nairobi, the gathering brought together policymakers, private sector leaders, researchers, and development partners to explore how Africa can shape the energy transition on its own terms. For the CGIAR Climate Security team of