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The cowpea keeps millions of people fed every day—but with the climate crisis threatening production, scientists are finding ways to increase its yields and hardiness.

“The cowpea has nourished people for many centuries,” said ...

The casual foodie might know a few fun facts about the chickpea. It’s a core ingredient in hummus, yes. It’s stuffed with protein, healthy fibers, vitamins and antioxidants, sure. It’s a versatile, nutritious ingredient that can...

Ever heard the saying "as American as apple pie"? What about "for mom and apple pie," the proclamation made by many American soldiers shipping overseas during WWII? Over the last century, American patriotism and apple pie have...

Letter from the Executive Director

Letter from the Executive Director

"The importance of the global family of genebanks as fail-safes for our planet’s future food supply has never been so apparent."

Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting the Svalbard Global...

Polar Bears, Choirs and Camaraderie

Touching base with Åsmund Asdal, Seed Vault Coordinator, NordGen

Coronavirus SARD-CoV-2 (COVID-19) continues to significantly impact so many of us around the world. With countries on...

Reasons to consider seeds in the time of the coronavirus

By Luigi Guarino, Director or Science and Charlotte Lusty, Head of Programs and Genebank Platform Coordinator

Perhaps you think that the middle of a global pandemic is not...

This year we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Climate change represents the biggest challenge to the future of humanity and to our foods. Although farmers have been adapting crops for thousands of years through the...