More than four years have passed since the first signs of Fusarium Tropical Race 4 (TR4) appeared in Peru. The fungus, scientifically known as Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense TR4, was detected in 2021 in Piura, the country’s leading region for organic banana production. Since then, its presence in Piura has cast a long shadow over an industry that
As developing countries follow their vision for development, they face a dilemma that may threaten their growth. While nations race to meet global climate targets and embrace the goals that promise to keep the planet within livable boundaries, they also face a challenge: How can they pursue sustainable growth, without disproportionately shouldering the burdens of climate change? How can
Driven by the AL-INVEST Verde Program and funded by the EU, the EU-Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Agri-Food Dialogue was launched as a technical exchange platform between the two regions. The initiative aims to foster mutual learning, the articulation of good practices and the co-design of solutions that support the sustainable transition of the cattle sector. The second EU–LAC Agri-Food
Rangelands are vast and often overlooked ecosystems, spanning over half the Earth’s land surface. They are critical for biodiversity conservation, ensuring food security, and supporting the livelihoods of millions. Recognizing this vital role, a Rangeland Stewardship Council (RSC) is being established by the Sustainable Fibre Alliance and partners to develop and promote a global standard for responsible rangeland management to
By Kristin Davis, Eliot Jones-Garcia, and Niyati Singaraju August 26, 2025 Generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) applications—which produce text, images, code, and other content based on surfacing patterns in vast datasets—promise many benefits for agrifood systems (e.g., reaching more people at less cost, availability around the clock, real-time data). One promising area for gen AI is agricultural extension services. Gen AI
Driven by the AL-INVEST Verde Program and funded by the EU, the EU-Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Agri-Food Dialogue was launched as a technical exchange platform between the two regions. The initiative aims to foster mutual learning, the articulation of good practices and the co-design of solutions that support the sustainable transition of the cattle sector. The second EU–LAC Agri-Food
Rangelands are vast and often overlooked ecosystems, spanning over half the Earth’s land surface. They are critical for biodiversity conservation, ensuring food security, and supporting the livelihoods of millions. Recognizing this vital role, a Rangeland Stewardship Council (RSC) is being established by the Sustainable Fibre Alliance and partners to develop and promote a global standard for responsible rangeland management to
By Kristin Davis, Eliot Jones-Garcia, and Niyati Singaraju August 26, 2025 Generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) applications—which produce text, images, code, and other content based on surfacing patterns in vast datasets—promise many benefits for agrifood systems (e.g., reaching more people at less cost, availability around the clock, real-time data). One promising area for gen AI is agricultural extension services. Gen AI