In the heart of Basona Worena district of the Amhara Region in Ethiopia, a transformative narrative unfolded in the villages of Abamote and Gudoberet. A total of 150 determined young women and men, members of sheep fattening groups, arranged a two-day remarkable field days to showcase of their 90-day journey, culminating in the presentation of their market-ready sheep. The event
Can Tho, Vietnam – The stage lights dimmed, anticipation buzzed in the air, and a hush fell over the audience as the emcee, Mandlenkosi Nkomo announced, “Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the inaugural Excellence in Agronomy Excellence in Action Awards!” This momentous celebration ceremony, held during the Annual Learning Event, was more than just an awards ceremony – it was
One of the major hurdles in livestock productivity has been the limited availability and high cost of concentrate feed in the local market. This scarcity has impeded the growth of the industry, leaving farmers struggling to meet the nutritional needs of their livestock. However, hope has arrived in the form of a groundbreaking innovation by the International Center for Agricultural
Amidst the bustling landscape of Ethiopia’s agricultural sector, the livestock industry stands out as a powerhouse, contributing 46% to the country’s agricultural GDP. With this crucial role in mind, various stakeholders are joining forces to spur the industry forward through innovative forage solutions. These solutions not only tackle existing challenges in feed production, management, and utilization but also pave the
CGIAR’s Excellence in Agronomy Initiative Revolutionizing Rice Production in the Mekong Delta In a groundbreaking development for sustainable agriculture and climate change mitigation, the Excellence in Agronomy (EIA) initiative, a research program implemented and scaled up across the Consultative Group of International Agriculture Research (CGIAR), is making waves in the Mekong Delta. “Through our collaboration with the Department of Crop
I’m Wanjiku Guchu, and as the program manager for the Excellence in Agronomy Initiative, I’ve witnessed firsthand the power of innovation to transform lives. Recently, my journey led me to Cambodia’s Pouk District, Siem Reap Province,where I delved into the impact of our direct seeding technologies on local rice farmers. Our day unfolded alongside a remarkable farmer Mr. Luon Heng,
Do you have cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, or groundbreaking ideas in agricultural technology, fertilizer or soil health? If yes, you are invited to submit papers for the Fertilizer and Soil Health Conference in Africa: Emerging Lessons and Evidence for Policy Guidance – Research & Policy Conference happening on March 27, 2024, hosted by the CGIAR Research Initiatives on National Policies and
With 15 percent of greenhouse gas emissions planet-wide, the livestock sector is at the center of conversations around sustainability of food production. Yet, discussions are often polarized and lack nuance. Contrary to general understanding, examples exist of diverse livestock systems with low environmental footprint, resilience to climate change, and capacity to respond to market demand, while meeting nutritional requirements and