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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 17h

From Latin America's fields to 21 countries worldwide 🌍

CGIAR’s Tricot system puts farmers at the center of crop innovation. By testing varieties on their farms and sharing results digitally, farmers inform breeders, reduce costs, and increase diversity.

🔗https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 17h

🌍 CGIAR leaders are heading to Beijing for the World AgriFood Innovation Conference #WAFI2025, 12–15 Oct.

Join us in Beijing or follow along here for updates from #WAFI2025. https://on.cgiar.org/46vF4Z2

#AgriFoodInnovation

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 1d

COP30 marks a milestone for integrating food systems into climate action.

From 10–21 Nov in Belém, CGIAR will share science, innovations & insights to support resilient, equitable & sustainable agrifood systems.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/46C7GQc

#COP30

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 5d

🌍 On November 3, @cgiar-emd.bsky.social Ismahane Elouafi joins the @cnn.com inaugural #GlobalPerspectives Summit in London, which will explore Africa’s growing role in shaping our global future.

Learn more: https://t.co/7Cd7khRZJ2
#CNNGlobalPerspectives #BusinessInAfrica

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 7d

In Latin America and the Caribbean, CGIAR research is shaping resilient food systems.

From informing policy and guiding investments to advancing the uptake of innovations, science-based solutions are driving sustainable transformation.

Impact Report: https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 8d

At COP30, CGIAR, FAO and Embrapa will host the Food and Agriculture Pavilion.

Daily sessions will highlight the role of food systems in climate action, with discussions on adaptation, finance, and climate justice.

Register for updates: https://on.cgiar.org/47Z2gkR

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 12d

We’re hiring! 🌱
Join CGIAR and help transform food, land & water systems for a sustainable future.
Explore current vacancies:
👉 https://www.cgiar.org/how-we-work/vacancies/
#CGIAR #Careers #ScienceForImpact

Careers

As an international organization, we value the importance of an enriching and productive working environment, and believe that our employees play an important role in working towards our vision of a w...

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 12d

🌍 CGIAR is proud to co-organize the World AgriFood Innovation Conference 2025, 12–15 Oct in Pinggu, Beijing.

Under the theme “Resilient Food Supply for Agrifood Systems Transformation”, we will share science & solutions for climate, nutrition & inclusive growth.

#WAFI2025 #WithScienceWeCan

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 15d

🌍 Happening Tomorrow! The Race for Global Food Security - Unlocking private sector investment and finance - with @financialtimes.com

📍 New York & online
🔗 https://lnkd.in/dfavHrq5

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 15d

🚀 Interested in the NL-CGIAR Senior Expert Programme II? Join the matchmaking session: 24 September 2025 | 12:00–16:00 CEST

Opportunity for Dutch researchers to collaborate on CGIAR research projects.

🔗 Register: https://on.cgiar.org/4mOcXuy

#WithScienceWeCan #NLCGIAR

Info/Matchmaking Meeting Senior Expert Programme (NL-CGIAR) | NWO

On Wednesday 24 September 2025, NWO is organising an online information and matchmaking event for the Senior Expert Programme (NL-CGIAR). During this session, which will take place from 12:00 to 16:00 (CEST), you will receive an explanation of the conte...

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 19d

CGIAR leaders will be in New York next week for #NYClimateWeek and #UNGA80: bringing food systems to the table at the top levels of international policy.

🌎 Join us in New York and online for key events and discussions.
https://on.cgiar.org/4pjuIUJ

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 21d

🐄🎯 At #G20SouthAfrica, CGIAR experts highlight how countries can:
✅ Cut emissions while boosting productivity
✅ Build resilience for smallholders and pastoralists
✅ Strengthen South–South collaboration for sustainable growth

Policy Brief 👇
https://on.cgiar.org/46HSeTS

CGIAR @cgiar.org · 21d

🌍 Locally tailored solutions are transforming African farming.

Through Africa RISING, farmers adopt intercropping, crop rotation & reduced pesticide use — boosting yields, improving nutrition & building resilient #foodsystems.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh

#WithScienceWeCan

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 26d

🌍 At #UNGA80, CGIAR leadership will join global leaders in New York under the theme #BetterTogether: peace, development and human rights.

Stay tuned as we spotlight science-based solutions for food, land, and water systems that advance the SDGs.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/4pjuIUJ

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · 28d

🇪🇹 In Ethiopia, CGIAR-supported innovations are reaching scale, with millions of households benefiting and policies securing long-term change.

🔗 Learn more in the CGIAR Impact Report: https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh

#WithScienceWeCan #FoodSystems #Africa

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 8

#AFSForum2025 brought together science, policy, and partnerships to drive the transformation of food systems, with youth at the center.

CGIAR marked milestones with IFPRI's Food Policy Report, ICRISAT's 2025–2030 strategy, and CIP's Partnership for Root and Tuber Crops in Africa.

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 4

🌽 CGIAR innovations are boosting farmer incomes, improving productivity, and strengthening food security.

At #AFSF2025, we are connecting with leaders and partners to share insights and explore scaling solutions for Africa’s food future.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 4

On day 4 of #AFSForum2025, CGIAR highlights farmers’ and youth voices in shaping Africa’s food future.

Bram Govaerts, DG CIMMYT, joins the plenary on biodiversity and climate, while Simon Heck, DG CIP, participates in the Farmers Forum.

#OurFoodOurFuture

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 3

At #AFSF2025 in Dakar, CGIAR leadership is showcasing science in action.

With CGIAR Scaling for Impact Program and partners including TAAT and AGRA, we are scaling proven solutions from pilots to millions, supporting CAADP and advancing Africa’s Agenda 2063.

#OurFoodOurFuture

CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 3

On Day 3 of #AFSForum2025, CGIAR Centers join partners in shaping the agenda: @ifpri.org marks 50 years and launches Global Food Policy Report, ICRISAT unveils its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, and discussions center on climate, youth, & governance.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/4lTZNeQ

#OneCGIAR

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Ismahane Elouafi @cgiar-emd.bsky.social · Sep 2

What a great panel to start off #AFSFORUM2025! With Nardos B Thomas, Claudia Senghor & Maimouna Dembele a critical space to reflect on progress, strengthen accountability, and chart the way forward.

🎥 Watch: https://t.co/pTQDtIHc2O

#WithScienceWeCan #OurFoodOurFuture https://t.co/bNqDYdefBY

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 2

On day two of #AFSForum2025, CGIAR leaders are contributing to key conversations shaping Africa’s food future—from regional trade and climate action to gender equality, digital transformation, and youth leadership.

Stay tuned for highlights!

#WithScienceWeCan #OurFoodOurFuture

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 1

Day 1 at #AFSForum2025: Discussions focused on scaling science and partnerships, resilient seed systems, digital innovation, and youth-led opportunities for Africa’s food future.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/3VpRfkU

#OurFoodOurFuture

CGIAR @cgiar.org · Sep 1

On Day 1 of #AFSF2025, CGIAR contributes to key discussions shaping Africa’s food future.

From the Presidential Summit with @cgiar-emd.bsky.social to roundtables, plenaries & side events, our experts are driving systemwide change.

🔗 https://on.cgiar.org/4lTZNeQ

#OurFoodOurFuture

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CGIAR @cgiar.org · Aug 31

CGIAR at #AFSForum 2025 | Today’s agenda | 31 August

On the opening day, CGIAR spotlights pathways from research to impact and showcases youth-led innovation shaping Africa’s food future.

https://on.cgiar.org/3VpRfkU

#OneCGIAR #WithScienceWeCan #OurFoodOurFuture

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