Roland Sundstrom
Practice Lead, Program Delivery, and Special Advisor to the Chief Scientist, Office of the Chief Scientist
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From paper to practice: How a simple idea is transforming food systems across the Mekong
On March 18, 2026, researchers from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT took the stage at the Asian Development Bank's Asia and Pacific Food Systems Forum in Manila to make a pointed argument to national policymakers and development finance officials: the world does not have a policy problem. It has an implementation problem.
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Peach Palm (Chontaduro): a territorial fruit continuing to shape Colombia’s agrifood systems
In cities such as Cali and across Colombia’s Pacific Coast region, chontaduro needs no introduction. It is more than a food: it is identity, history, and a local economy. It is part of everyday life, culture, and daily diets. Over time, its presence has not only been sustained but has also strengthened and expanded, progressively positioning itself as a crop with potential beyond its traditional consumption.
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AgroClimate Advisory Committees: The local engine of climate action
Uganda’s AgroClimate Advisory Committees (AACs), supported by the ECREA project led by the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, brings scientists, extension officers, media and farmers together to interpret climate forecasts and deliver practical advisories to bean farmers across several districts.
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CGIAR’s Quality Assurance Process: A snapshot of what it is and what it does
CGIAR employs a rigorous quality assurance (QA) process to ensure that its technical reporting is accurate and backed by high-quality evidence. This is crucial for CGIAR’s transparency and decision-making and for its accountability to its many donors and partners. The QA process involves independently evaluating in a multi-round validation process the key results submitted by CGIAR research programs each year
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The power behind a fruit: Bringing chayote to Colombians’ tables
Could a fruit often considered “pig feed” or “crop residue” improve nutrition, protect biodiversity, generate income for farming households, and strengthen cultural identity? Discover here the case of chayote or guatila (Sechium edule) in Colombia.
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MOU Signing with the Kenyan Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry
The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kenya’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, marking a significant step forward in strengthening collaboration to advance sustainable development, climate action, and resilient landscapes across the country.