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David Spielman

David Spielman is the director of IFPRI’s Innovation Policy and Scaling Unit and has been with the institute since 2004. His research agenda covers a range of topics including agriculture and rural development policy; agricultural science, technology, and innovation; plant genetic resources and seed systems; agricultural extension and advisory services; and community-driven rural development.

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Since 1975, IFPRI’s research has been informing policies and development programs to improve food security, nutrition, and livelihoods around the world.

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Wheat crisis opens door for huge indoor farming potential (Hortidaily)

April 18, 2022


Hortidaily published an article stating that as wheat prices surge amid a deepening conflict in Ukraine, lasting damage threatens an already weakened global food system. Governments must urgently prioritize food security through championing indoor vertical farming as a sustainable, long-term solution. IFPRI estimates that combined, Russia and Ukraine’s exports represent 12 percent of all the food calories traded globally, with the two countries accounting for almost a third of global wheat exports. There is no current contingency plan to bridge a colossal gap in international food production.  

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