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African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)

CGIAR is a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector. www.cgiar.org

Vision: A world free of poverty, hunger and environmental degradation. 

Mission: We work to advance agricultural science and innovation to enable poor people, especially women, to better nourish their families, and improve productivity and resilience so they can share in economic growth and manage natural resources in the face of climate change and other challenges.

CGIAR

🥗 Today was #Food #Agriculture and #Water Day at #COP28. For the first time this year, food systems are a major part of the agenda at the UN Climate Conference. 

In a world that is 2°C warmer, an additional 189m people will face hunger. In a 4°C warmer world, an additional 1.8bn people will go hungry.  

📺  Hear from CGIAR Executive Managing Director, Ismahane Elouafi on the challenges of climate change for agrifood systems - and the potential for solutions. 

Learn more: cgiar.org/invest

#WithScienceWeCan #ClimateAction #COP28UAE

🌊 Colombo's wetlands play a crucial role in making the city livable, providing essential services to every resident.  

In 2018, Colombo received the Ramsar Wetland City Accreditation, highlighting the importance of these wetlands. As the city prepares for the renewal of its status this October, it's essential to reflect on Colombo's progress in integrating wetlands into the urban landscape.  

Over the past 6 years, has Colombo effectively utilized green infrastructure to build a more resilient and livable city?  

 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8VPbNdn 

 #ColomboWetlands #RamsarCity #UrbanPlanning

💸 Global commodity prices have decreased; however, grocery store costs remain high. 

Farmers are receiving less for their produce due to lower #CommodityPrices and increased expenses, according to International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)'s Joseph Glauber. 

Energy and labor costs contribute to the limited benefits for consumers in Europe and the US. Farmers in many regions, without government support, continue to face challenges. 

🔗 Read More: https://lnkd.in/erfxDU5E 

 #CommodityPrices #FarmingChallenges #IFPRI

Why does policy coherence matter for sustainable development? 

Find out by listening to the first episode of the new podcast, Policy Pathways, out now! 

Join our hosts Chhavi Sachdev and Raïssa OKOÏ as they interview #NPSInitiative co-lead Alan Nicol and Augusto Castro-Nuñez, PhD, Senior Scientist at Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT.

Follow this link to listen to the full episode 👉 https://bit.ly/3Urbqjf

#OneCGIAR #PolicyPathways #Podcast #SustainableDevelopment #FoodLandWater #PolicyCoherence #PolicySolutions #Expertise CGIAR International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

📺 Watch: 🐄🌤️ In this interview, Siboniso (Boni) Moyo discusses her impactful work in biosciences research and development, focusing on improving livestock productivity in a changing climate.  #WomeninScience

📺 Watch: 🐄🌤️ What inspired you to become a scientist? What’s your advice to potential scientists? 

In this interview for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Dr. Swati Nayak CGIAR IRRI delves into her professional journey and offers valuable insights for aspiring scientists. 

#WomeninScience #WomenInSTEM  International Rice Research Institute

🔍  A wi-fi powered analysis helps researchers analyze the impact of COVID-19 on Hanoi’s wet markets during the first stage of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Traditional markets are the main source of fresh food and nutrients for people in Hanoi. But because of their informal nature, it’s difficult to track food flows and the impact of shocks, such as pandemics. 

In a new study, researchers from Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT drew on anonymized data from 549 million Wi-Fi hotspots worldwide, providing a unique perspective on behavioral changes from July 2019 to November 2020. 

"This approach allowed us to count the number of people present without compromising individual privacy. It's a powerful tool for understanding societal shifts," says lead author Louis Reymondin. 

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dQAVYfqk 

#Research #DataScience #COVID19Impact #Sustainability

🌍🌾 Congratulations to the HarvestPlus program, which has been recognized by Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) in its 2024 Seeding The Future Awards! HarvestPlus, a CGIAR program hosted by International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), has been awarded USD 250,000 for its nutrient-dense porridges in Zambia. These innovative porridges, utilizing biofortified crops cultivated by women, contribute not only to nutrition but also to household income. 

Read more:  https://lnkd.in/eiDj_tVd   

🌾💚 #FoodInnovation #Sustainability #GlobalImpact #SeedingTheFuture

🌱 International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) shares new insights on the crucial role millets can play in addressing food security challenges in Asia. As the region faces disruptions from various crises, including the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war, millets are emerging as a resilient and sustainable alternative to traditional staples like rice and wheat. 

  👉 Key benefits of millet: 

  🌾 Economic: Millets offer advantages such as short growing seasons, low land investment, and diverse income streams for farmers, especially in semiarid tropics. 

♻️ Sustainability: With efficient root systems and tolerance to climate extremes, millets outshine major staples like rice, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions and increased resilience. 

🍲 Nutrition: Millets are rich in energy, fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, addressing public health concerns like iron and zinc deficiencies. 

 Read more:  https://lnkd.in/eip2aQvJ  

🌾 #Millets #FoodSecurity #Sustainability #IFPRI

🌱 A delegation of CGIAR leaders recently held discussions with African Development Bank Group President Akin Adesina on advancing impactful agricultural solutions in Africa. 🌍 

The meeting focused on expressing gratitude, providing updates on #One CGIAR Africa's progress, and seeking advice for future collaboration avenues. President Adesina praised CGIAR's local knowledge and innovations, emphasizing their role in climate-smart technologies. 

The leaders highlighted the importance of holistic solutions addressing nutrition, food security, climate change, and more. 🚀 The mission served as a reinforcement of the longstanding partnership between CGIAR and AfDB, emphasizing effective collaboration through programs like Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation. Despite notable achievements, challenges persist, and CGIAR remains committed to providing scalable solutions to improve the lives of millions in Africa. 🌾 

Read more:  https://lnkd.in/euX4vHAH 

#CGIARLeadership #AgricultureInnovation #Partnerships #AfricanAgriculture Africa Rice Center

Simeon Ehui, Baboucarr Manneh, Sibosino Moyo, Aly Abousabaa, Eliane

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