Wheat Initiative’s Heat and Drought Alliance kicks off first workshop Written on March 5, 2021. Global wheat researchers meet to present heat and drought related research priorities and activities. Continue reading
Groundwater depletion in India could reduce winter cropped acreage significantly in years ahead Written on March 4, 2021. Groundwater depletion threatens the world’s second-largest producer of wheat. Continue reading
Podcast: Plant Breeding Stories interviews WHEAT Director Alison Bentley Written on February 25, 2021. PBS International Podcast: Improving Wheat Varieties Takes a Global Mindset Continue reading
Five big steps toward wheat self-sufficiency in Pakistan Written on February 24, 2021. Pakistan’s goal to achieve self-sufficiency in wheat production just became more attainable with the release of five new wheat varieties. Continue reading
When a Disease Threatens to Destroy the World’s Most Important Food Crop, Who Do You Call? Written on February 22, 2021. Interactive map tracks impact of BGRI/CIMMYT work fighting global wheat disease Continue reading
Remembering the life and legacy of Sanjaya Rajaram Written on February 18, 2021. With great sorrow, we report the passing of a friend, colleague and global leader in wheat breeding. Continue reading
Lightbulb moments Written on February 11, 2021. On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, CGIAR and CIMMYT scientists share their career journeys. Continue reading
CGIAR webinar unleashes multidisciplinary approach to climate change and plant health Written on February 10, 2021. The first of four CGIAR plant health webinars tackled the nexus between climate change and plant health. Continue reading
13-Year Analysis Sheds New Light On Wheat Crop Disease Patterns In Ethiopia Written on February 5, 2021. Rare long-term study reveals continuing threat of fungal diseases for the country's wheat farmers. Continue reading
Digital nutrient management tool reduces emissions, improves crop yields and boosts farmers’ profits Written on January 18, 2021. New research shows that the Nutrient Expert decision tool is better for farmers' fields, extension services and the environment. Continue reading