Related Blogs: Genetic resources and seed systems policy
How do we estimate the consequences of global inaction on genetic diversity conservation, exchange, and use?
Securing billions of dollars in funding and keeping momentum behind essential crop diversity efforts – it's complicated. A discussion.
Will genetic engineering contribute to disease-resistant crops, and who will benefit?
Emerging genetic engineering technologies have enormous potential for agriculture. But how to ensure the benefits reach farmers in middle- and low-income countries?
Protect our food. Fund the seed.
The urgent need for more public investment in crop improvement programs in developing countries.
Let the Dhara flow: GM mustard is pro-farmer and pro-science
Evidence shows that genetically modified crops cause no human health or environmental harm, and bring substantial benefits to farmers. IFPRI's Avinash Kishore argues the government of India should allow for the use of this new technology.
International germplasm exchanges are getting more complicated, and here’s why that matters to global food security
The complex requirements of international treaties are an increasing drag on the global cooperation that agricultural research depends on.
Can maize breeding keep up with climate change?
Knowing when and how climate change will impact crop production is essential for devising adaptation solutions.
Using video to promote improved potato seed quality in southwestern Uganda
In Uganda, low quality of potato seed is a major contributor to low potato yields among smallholder farmers.
Delivering seeds of change to smallholder farmers
Improved seeds and traits are central to many developing countries’ national strategies for agricultural development and economic growth.
Is the global seed industry Investing in smallholders?
Improved seed varieties resistant to heat, drought can help farmers increase their yields
Walking the wire on biotechnology at FAO
This week, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) hosted an International S