Bangladesh

Genome-wide association mapping finds narrow but high level of wheat blast resistance in CIMMYT’s international nurseries

Written on October 2, 2020.

A new publication in Nature Scientific Reports showcases a genome-wide association study looking for genomic regions associated with resistance to wheat blast

Researchers in Zambia confirm: Wheat blast has made the intercontinental jump to Africa

Written on September 24, 2020.

Wheat blast, a fast-acting and devastating fungal disease, has been reported for the first time on the African continent, according to a new article.

Combating wheat blast in Bangladesh and beyond

Written on April 23, 2020.

Researchers trained as part of global response to the threat of wheat blast.

Digital Warning System Boosts Resilience in Bangladesh

Written on November 8, 2019.

Farmers around the world face a constant threat from crop diseases, but digital tools are making it easier for farmers to prepare for outbreaks.

Bangladesh leads the way in global fight against wheat blast

Written on October 30, 2019.

An ongoing project was praised for its swift progress in the fight against wheat blast in Bangladesh and South Asia

Reigning in the blast epidemic

Written on March 13, 2019.

A recent Bangladesh training helped share knowledge for wheat blast resilience.

Assessing the effectiveness of a “wheat holiday” for preventing blast

Written on February 21, 2019.

Two new studies assess “wheat holiday” policy, examine alternate crops in South Asia

New infographics illustrate impact of wheat blast

Written on February 6, 2019.

New CIMMYT/CSISA infographics illustrate the how, where and what of wheat blast.

City dwellers in Africa and Asia increasingly choose wheat, research shows

Written on January 23, 2019.

Demand for wheat is rising in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa, according to new research.

The saving grace of a hefty investment

Written on December 18, 2018.

Young Bangladesh farmer purchases a reaper and saves time, money and dignity, while helping others.

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