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Advancing scientific methodologies for inclusive, gender-responsive and adaptive social protection – the case of Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180510
Publication year
2025
Authors
Takaindisa, Joyce
Jaskolski, Martina
Maviza, Gracsious
Caroli, Giulia
Full Citation
Takaindisa, J.; Jaskolski, M.; Maviza, G.; Caroli, G. (2025) Advancing scientific methodologies for inclusive, gender-responsive…
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Integration of the leguminous velvet bean (Mucuna pruriens) cover crop in coffee and banana systems
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180505
Abstract
Velvet bean (Mucuna pruriens) and greenleaf desmodium (Desmodium intortum) cover crops have been shown to contribute to improve soil health [e.g. increase soil earthworm populations, soil aeration) and restore farm productivity and incomes. These cover crops are shade- and drought-tolerant, fast-growing and fix nitrogen into the soils. The high biomass reduces soil erosion, moderate soil…
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Building a digital agronomy and soil hub for Ghana
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180517
Abstract
Soil degradation and inefficient fetilizer use limit agricultural productivity in Ghana. To address this, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is partnering with other agriculture and research institutions in developing a digital agronomy and soil hub to deliver location-specific fertilizer recommendations. Using the AgWise workflow, the initiative integrates soil, crop, climate, and agronomy datasets to develop location-…
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Introducing the conflict sensitivity wheel
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180469
Abstract
Climate adaptation can unintentionally deepen tensions in fragile settings. This blog introduces the Conflict Sensitivity Wheel, a practical framework for assessing how adaptation policies interact with power, participation, and inequality, and how they can be redesigned to reduce conflict and support sustainable peace.
Publication year
2025
Authors
Medina, Leonardo…
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Mentorship capital: Fixing the missing middle
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180468
Abstract
First blog post in a series recording lessons learned from the Africa Climate Mobility Academy 2024
Publication year
2025
Authors
Desai, Bina
Tarusarira, Joram
Taiwo, Ibukun
Full Citation
Desai, B.; Tarusarira, J.; Taiwo, I. (2025) Mentorship capital: Fixing the missing middle. [Blog post] CGIAR…
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Same words, different worlds? Living labs in multifunctional landscapes - Aligning terminologies, approaches for optimal research for impact
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180472
Abstract
Research for impact in the CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes Program is implemented with partners and stakeholders in Living Labs. Living labs are gaining momentum as sub-national territories within which sustainable food system transformation is sought through multi-stakeholder engagement processes. According to the European Network of Living Labs (…
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Shamba Shape Up Season 15 – Episode 22: Weather Episode (English)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180478
Abstract
This special episode of Shamba Shape Up, titled "From Data to Delivery," provides a comprehensive look at Kenya's climate services ecosystem, tracing the complete journey of climate information from national data collection to last-mile delivery. Viewers go behind the scenes at the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) to see weather instruments collecting real-time data, meet forecasters interpreting global…
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A4IP 2025 flagship event highlights video
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180483
Abstract
Enjoy the highlight reel of the A4IP 2025 Flagship Event held in Rome 15 October 2025.
Publication year
2025
Authors
Hook, Lindsey Teresa
Full Citation
Hook, L.T. (2025) A4IP 2025 flagship event highlights video. [Video] Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP). Published online 17 November 2025. URL: https://www.youtube.com/@…
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Sustainable farming report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180477
Publication year
2025
Authors
Selvaraj, Michael
Full Citation
Selvaraj, M. (2025) Sustainable farming report. 3 p.
Publication Type
Report
Crops for nutrition and health
Multifunctional landscapes
region
Malawi
Our mission in Malawi
For over four decades, our work in Malawi has evolved from foundational bean research into a comprehensive partnership tackling food security, climate resilience and inclusive economic development. Building on proven successes like catalyzing the bean value chain, we now drive sustainable…
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Winnie Gimode
Scientist
Winnie Gimode is an innovative Geneticist and breeder with experience in classical and modern molecular approaches for crop improvement. She has extensive experience working on determining the genetic basis of important traits in various crops and development of assays for marker assisted selection.
Previously, Winnie has also served as a lecturer of Biochemistry and worked on genetics of tropical diseases such as malaria. She also does translations and voice-overs in Swahili for some…
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Informing farmer decision-making in Elgeyo Marakwet through co-created climate advisories
Kiogora Joseline Kanja , Desire Kagabo
Pascline Chemaiyo, Vicky Korir, Beverly Aura
In Elgeyo Marakwet, the ECREA project and county experts convened a co-production workshop to translate the OND forecast into practical advice, helping farmers manage post-harvest risks and strengthen…
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From pilots to systems change: Scaling gender-transformative socio-technical innovation bundles in Ethiopia
Dessalegn Molla Ketema
Cosmas Lutomia, Eileen Nchanji
Ethiopia’s agricultural transformation depends not only on better technologies, but on better systems: systems that work for women, youth, and smallholder farmers who form the backbone of the sector. In September 2025, a diverse…
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¿Dónde está mi cultivo? Iniciativas basadas en datos para el Análisis de Arroz y Yuca
A escala global, presenciamos una explosión de datos digitales que emergen de todos los sectores de la sociedad, y la agricultura no es la excepción. Con tal avalancha de datos ahora disponible, es esencial la creación de soluciones que nos permitan organizarlos, analizarlos y visualizarlos, para la adquisición de un conocimiento práctico. Esta…
region
Kenya
Our mission in Kenya
Agriculture is the backbone of Kenya’s economy, contributing 33% of GDP and an additional 27% through linkages with other sectors. The sector employs over 40% of the population and more than 70% of rural residents, making it central to food security, livelihoods and economic stability.…
