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LOS BAÑOS, Philippines (26 February 2025) ~ The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) has launched a new AI-powered digital platform that can significantly advance and accelerate hybrid rice breeding and parental selection around the world, contributing to improved food security and sustainable agriculture through the propagation of high-yielding and climate-smart rice hybrids. Called the Global AI-Hybrid Rice Platform (GAI-HRP) ,

Esta iniciativa, realizada en el marco del proyecto Colombia Agroalimentaria Sostenible, tuvo como objetivo integrar el conocimiento tradicional con prácticas innovadoras, fomentando una visión inclusiva que reconoce las dimensiones sociales y de género. A lo largo del proceso, se compartieron experiencias locales que aportan soluciones para enfrentar el cambio climático, destacando la capacidad adaptativa y el ingenio de las comunidades

Madagascar has a high malnutrition rate, ranking it as the 5th country suffering from chronic malnutrition in the world, with 42% of children under 5 years old. Given the environmental crises caused by climate change, along with political and socio-economic instability, addressing malnutrition requires interventions to strengthen an inclusive and sustainable farming system. Rice remains a staple food and thus

Madagascar has a high malnutrition rate, ranking it as the 5th country suffering from chronic malnutrition in the world, with 42% of children under 5 years old. Given the environmental crises caused by climate change, along with political and socio-economic instability, addressing malnutrition requires interventions to strengthen an inclusive and sustainable farming system. Rice remains a staple food and thus

During CIMMYT’s Science and Innovation Week, held from February 24–27, Renee Lafitte, Crops Research and Development Director at the Gates Foundation, shared key principles on challenging the science to drive greater impact. She emphasized the importance of staying current with science and remaining relevant by focusing on impact. Lafitte highlighted three transformative areas shaping the future of crop improvement: network-based

Changing the Menu In this case study, researchers examined the meal program offered at Volunteers Foundation Academy, where students typically receive a daily lunch of ugali (maize porridge) with a side of sukuma wiki (kale) or beans. While filling, these meals often lack essential nutrients. Using the World Food Programme’s School Meal Planner (SMP) PLUS software, researchers identified five neglected

In the vibrant city of Kigali, a quiet yet impactful revolution is taking place in 150 schools across the Gasabo, Kicukiro, and Nyarugenge districts. The school feeding program has embraced a sustainable and innovative approach that is transforming the way nutrition is delivered to students. Teachers and students from these schools are actively involved in cultivating high-iron beans, a key

CGIAR INITIATIVES Fragility, Conflict, and Migration Primary Impact Area Climate adaptation & mitigation Related Impact Areas