Philippines - Alliance Bioversity International and CIAT

Our mission in the Philippines

Our Philippine Office is based in Los Baños, Laguna and has been operating in the country since at least 2007.

The Alliance has worked with various national and local country partners to deliver evidence-based solutions that cut across existing and emerging issues in agroecosystems, climate action, and biodiversity for food and agriculture, among others.

As the Philippines remains one of the most at-risk countries in the world for disasters, the Alliance continuous to leverage research for climate change adaptation and mitigation that supports de-risking of food systems and advocacy for green and inclusive investments. We contribute to delivering decision-support tools for next users, financial institutions, and government organizations while fostering strategic partnerships that bolster our research capabilities, improve climate-smart agriculture practices, and safeguard Filipino farmers against serious risks.

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Current Projects

7

Funders

7

Money Invested (USD)

2729155.09

Challenges

The Philippines remains at the top of the world list of most at-risk nations in recent decades, underlined by its high exposure and vulnerability to extreme weather events as worsened by the climate crisis. In 2026, country is facing what scientists describe as a rare triple threat season as the warmer than usual Pacific Ocean brews a super El Niño that triggered prolonged drought, heavy flooding, and intense typhoons in different regions across the country.

As the country's agri-food sector continues to face millions in US Dollar losses due to the climate-related challenges, the Alliance in the Philippines strengthens its support to various national and local partners to deliver appropriate decision-support tools and other green investments accelerating de-risking efforts of the country's food systems.

Thematic research areas  

We have a long history of collaboration with the Philippine government, its departments, attached entities, and national partners across the academia, private sector, and civil society groups in different areas of work to help cushion smallholder Filipino farmers from climate impact as they continue to bear the brunt of losses in the agri-food sector. Inherent vulnerability of the sector also affects the value and supply chain that significantly shapes food and nutrition security in the country.

The wide range of disciplines undertaken by the Alliance and its partners contribute to enhancing resilience among stakeholders in the agriculture and food sector in the Philippines.

Impact

Adaptation to climate change and variability - Philippines - Alliance Bioversity International and  CIAT

 

In strengthening capacities of smallholder farmers to adapt to climate change and variability.

Transition to climate-smart agriculture -  - Philippines - Alliance Bioversity International and  CIAT

 

In supporting Philippine authorities toward a nationwide transition to climate-smart agriculture.

Partnerships to create sustainable value chains - Philippines - Alliance Bioversity International and  CIAT

 

In the forging of partnerships to create sustainable value chains based on inclusive business models.

Sustainable production systems - Philippines - Alliance Bioversity International and  CIAT

 

In the design of collaborative production systems that are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

Collaboration and partners

Projects and flagship Initiatives

Our projects and flagship initiatives in the Philippines span climate-resilient agriculture, climate information services, sustainable finance and insurance, forest and watershed restoration, genetic resources, food and nutrition security, and peacebuilding.
 

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Leadership

Our office in the Philippines

c/o UPLBFI Bldg, Andres P. Aglibut Ave, Los Baños 4031, Laguna, Philippines
Phone: +63 49 501 0581
Contact: Mylene Aquino, Country Coordinator
Email: [email protected]

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