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In Colombia, cidra papa, also known as guatila or chayote, is neither a new nor an unfamiliar crop. It has always been there: in farms, home gardens, and traditional kitchens. It is one of those foods that are part of everyday life in many territories, consumed without much explanation simply because it has always been there; and yet, this familiarity has not necessarily translated into recognition.

Since its introduction to Kenya in 1893, coffee has remained one of the country’s most significant agricultural exports. Today, it is grown across 33 counties, largely by smallholder farmers who account for about 70 percent of production, supporting an estimated 1.5 million households directly and indirectly.

With deep respect and sadness, we acknowledge the passing of Dr. Joachim Voss, who served as Director General of the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) from 2000 to 2007.

Climate change is reshaping global agriculture, impacting the productivity of key crops.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and Bayer today announced a comprehensive research collaboration agreement focused on accelerating agricultural innovation and building scientific capacity across sub-Saharan Africa.

Smallholder farmers in Lubero territory, North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, are witnessing significant improvements in their harvests and agricultural practices thanks to the IITA–CGIAR, the African Agricultural Leadership Institute (AALI), and the Virunga Foundation pilot project for the Intensification of agricultural production.

Delegates from the Association of International Civil Servants of Côte d’Ivoire paid a study visit to IITA–CGIAR on 15 December, marking a significant step toward deepening collaboration in agricultural development, youth empowerment, and technology-driven solutions across West Africa.