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We are proud to see CIMMYT colleagues speaking at the Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems ๐ŸŒพ

Women across science, farming, and communities are shaping stronger, more resilient food systems. Proud to see their voices part of this global conversation.

#AgriSheroes

12.03.2026 16:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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CIMMYT welcomed the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan (MAFF) to our headquarters.

The visit highlighted how collaboration and science can drive resilient food systems worldwide๐ŸŒพ

11.03.2026 22:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Food security is strategic security.

In a new op-ed, Bram Govaerts, Director General of CIMMYT, explains why resilient agriculture is key to global stability.

๐Ÿ“– Read the op-ed: https://bit.ly/4bDji9l

๐ŸŒพ Support resilient agriculture: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

11.03.2026 19:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Womenโ€™s leadership is essential to transforming agri-food systems. ๐ŸŒ

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ’กAt the Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems, CIMMYT will join global leaders to discuss how strengthening womenโ€™s leadership across the sector can drive innovation and resilience.

#AgriSheroes

10.03.2026 21:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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IWD was yesterday, but women growing the future? Every day. ๐ŸŒฑ

From farmers to scientists, our #AgriSheroes are transforming food systems worldwide.

๐Ÿ“– Read more: https://www.cimmyt.org/blogs/why-women-are-central-to-resilient-food-systems/

๐Ÿค Support: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

10.03.2026 01:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ”ฅ Heat is reshaping agriculture.

In a new op-ed, Bram Govaerts, Director General of CIMMYT, explains why resilient farming systems are essential to secure Mexicoโ€™s food future in an increasingly hotter world.

๐Ÿ“– Read the full op-ed: https://on.cgiar.org/4bwNVgK

09.03.2026 19:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Across Latin America, Africa & Asia, women leaders are helping shape the future of food.

Today we spotlight three incredible voices driving science, innovation, and stronger food systems.

Meet our #AgriSheroes. โœจ

Support women who lead: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

07.03.2026 00:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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From scientists to farmers, and many others helping bring food from farms to our tables, women are shaping stronger food systems.

As we count down to #InternationalWomensDay, meet our #AgriSheroes. โœจ

Support our mission: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

05.03.2026 23:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Food security is on the global security agenda.
At #MSC2026, #CIMMYT & a special Task Force elevated resilient agriculture within high-level security dialogue.
Food systems shape global stability.

Read the full note: bit.ly/466Pxe8
Support our mission: bit.ly/4jDx9z5

@munsecconf.bsky.social

27.02.2026 18:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Farmer Devi Maya Pun harvests maize grown with sunflower and green beans in Bageshori, Banke, Nepal, a snapshot of diversified farming in action. ๐ŸŒฝ ๐ŸŒป

Suport our work in Nepal and see how we are advancing sustainable agriculture in the country: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

26.02.2026 23:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What if maize yields across Sub Saharan Africa could rise by up to 25 percent in the next decade?

CIMMYT and partners from 13 countries are advancing resilient hybrids and stronger seed systems to accelerate impact for farmers.

Support our work: bit.ly/4jDx9z5
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24.02.2026 20:51 ๐Ÿ‘ 14 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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$40M for global food security ๐ŸŒ

The U.S. Government awards CIMMYT funding to strengthen climate-resilient crops, protect genetic resources & advance open science.

๐Ÿ”— Learn more: bit.ly/3ZLYyWp

19.02.2026 19:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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$40M for the future of food ๐ŸŒ

CIMMYT welcomes renewed U.S. Government support to strengthen climate-resilient crops, digital ag tools & crop early warning systems.

๐Ÿ”— Read more: bit.ly/3ZLYyWp
Donate: bit.ly/4jDx9z5

18.02.2026 23:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŒพ Velu Govindan, CIMMYT Principal Scientist, delivered the Derek Tribe Address in Australia after receiving the 2025 Derek Tribe Award. His work on climate resilient, zinc enriched wheat is strengthening food and nutrition security worldwide.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4aU377a

16.02.2026 19:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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At #MSC2026, CIMMYT signed a Joint Statement recognizing food systems as strategic infrastructure.

Conflict fuels hunger. Hunger fuels conflict.

Resilient food systems are forward defense.

๐Ÿ”— bit.ly/466Pxe8

13.02.2026 19:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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CIMMYT is at #MSC2026.

Food security is national security.

Agriculture belongs in the security conversation.

#MSC2026

12.02.2026 21:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today we donโ€™t celebrate. We commemorate. ๐Ÿ’œ

We honor those who changed science and support those shaping its future. Science is ours. โœจ

11.02.2026 18:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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On #WorldPulsesDay, we highlight the power of pulses: natural climate allies that enrich soils, reduce fertilizer use, and support resilient food systems. ๐ŸŒฑ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Read more: https://bit.ly/4rdBfRo
Donate: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

10.02.2026 20:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Scaling agricultural innovation in Nepal ๐ŸŒฑ

CIMMYT is helping maize innovations move from local success to systemwide impact. Climate resilient varieties, better practices, mechanization, and market links are reaching more farmers ๐ŸŒฝ๐Ÿšœ

Read more ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4chMpQf

10.02.2026 00:58 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Partnerships are accelerating climate resilient pearl millet in Senegal ๐ŸŒฑ

Through farmer led field trials, CIMMYT is identifying varieties that perform under real dryland conditions and move faster from research to farmersโ€™ fields.

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4r1dw6G

07.02.2026 00:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿค Stronger together for food security

CIMMYT and #IFPRI have signed a new agreement to accelerate joint research, policy and innovation for more resilient food systems worldwide.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Read more: https://bit.ly/4rw58fs
Support impact-driven science: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

04.02.2026 18:31 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿšจ Webinar alert
Building on CLIMARES work across Central and West Asia and North Africa, CIMMYT convenes experts to strengthen wheat resilience through plant genetic resources and soil health.

๐ŸŒพ Safeguarding Wheat Future
๐Ÿ“… Feb 10 2026 โฐ 10 am Turkish time
๐Ÿ”— https://on.cgiar.org/4qgBOse

03.02.2026 19:23 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Republic Day, #India!

From the Green Revolution to climate-smart farming๐ŸŒฑ

60+ years of CIMMYT ร— India partnership powering:
๐ŸŒพBetter wheat, resilient maize and sustainable agriculture.

Proud of the past. Focused on the future.

26.01.2026 22:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We had a special visit to CIMMYT HQ!

CIMMYT welcomed the Embassy of France and the General Association of Maize Producers of France for a strategic exchange on maize genetic diversity, agricultural innovation, and climate adaptation to advance resilient agrifood systems. ๐ŸŒฝ๐ŸŒ

22.01.2026 21:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Proud to be a key partner of the @wheatinitiative.bsky.social, CIMMYT plays a central role in global wheat research that strengthens food security and supports farmers worldwide.

๐Ÿ”— https://bit.ly/49I6pst
๐Ÿ‘‰Your support helps feed millions worldwide: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

21.01.2026 15:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŒฑ The science behind your food is mostly invisible.
But without it, harvests donโ€™t last.

As climate change and declining public investment strain agriculture, CIMMYTโ€™s long-term, open research remains essential worldwide. ๐ŸŒ

๐Ÿ”—: https://bit.ly/3YKAAdH
๐Ÿ‘‰ Donate today: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

20.01.2026 19:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โš ๏ธGuess what? CIMMYT is in The New York Times.

The science behind your food is under pressure ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ support us on this global movement and donate now: https://bit.ly/4jDx9z5

๐Ÿ”— Read the article: https://bit.ly/3YDFoS3
๐Ÿ“ท NYT

15.01.2026 22:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Chili innovation is heating up in Mexico ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

In Puebla, #WorldVeg chili lines deliver strong first harvest results through a CIMMYT-led diversification effort supporting farmers. ๐Ÿ‘

WorldVegโ€™s new LAC Regional Office at #CIMMYT HQ is strengthening this collaboration!

Read more: bit.ly/4sCG9s5

12.01.2026 21:23 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Science moves faster when talent is not limited by stereotypes ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒฝ

At CIMMYT, Marรญa Luisa Cabrera Soto is shaping the future of food and nutrition through science. Her journey shows why inclusive science is essential for food security ๐ŸŒ

Read more: https://bit.ly/48E9bzQ

29.12.2025 18:46 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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When women gain access to the right seeds, food systems change ๐ŸŒฑ In Koraput, Odisha, women farmers strengthen agriculture through collective action, quality seed, and shared knowledge, building resilient livelihoods rooted in tradition ๐Ÿฅ”๐Ÿคฒ
Read more: https://bit.ly/3YwFrii

24.12.2025 16:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0