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We work with donors and partners to lead global projects that protect crop diversity, conserve crop wild relatives and develop technology to make this diversity accessible worldwide.

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African Genebanks Show the Way to the Future of Food Security

African Genebanks Show the Way to the Future of Food Security Success is often said to be a journey, not a destination. If so, it might be useful to remember that travelers need to be aware of…

African Vegetable Biodiversity Rescue Plan (2025‒2035)

African Vegetable Biodiversity Rescue Plan (2025‒2035) The African Vegetable Biodiversity Rescue Plan aims to combat hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and climate change by preserving and utilizing…

AfricaRice

AfricaRice is a leading pan-African rice research organization committed to improving livelihoods in Africa through strong science and effective partnerships. It is also an autonomous…

AfricaRice Genebank Review (2014)

Africa’s Food Security Depends on Nature’s Revival

Africa’s Food Security Depends on Nature’s Revival “Prepare now for the solutions of tomorrow” is a Congolese proverb that could easily serve as a motto for a global community facing the…

Africa’s Forgotten Crops Could Offset Growing Food Insecurity

The work of Crop Trust scientists was highlighted in this editorial by Michel Edmond Ghanem on behalf of 21 signatories in the journal Nature.

Sorghum breeding field trials in Kenya. Photo:Michael Major/Crop Trust

Agriculture Facing Biggest Threat Ever

Agriculture Facing Biggest Threat Ever Countries across the globe are working on means to combat hunger, achieve food security and promote sustainable agriculture. With United Nations (UN) also…

Ahmed Amri: The Singing Scientist of Morocco

Ahmed Amri: The Singing Scientist of Morocco In this installment of our Seed Heroes series, we celebrate the life and achievements of Moroccan scientist Ahmed Amri, a pioneer of seed conservation in…

Alfalfa Pre-Breeding: Spotlight on Alan Humphries

Alfalfa Pre-Breeding: Spotlight on Alan Humphries LM Salazar | Communications Manager You might not be familiar with alfalfa, but this member of the pea family is one of the world’s most important…

Our Crop Wild Relatives alfalfa pre-breeding partners in Kazakhstan (KSRIAPG) are combining the beneficial traits of alfalfa wild relatives with best local varieties to develop new materials for farmers.

Alfalfa: A Story of Versatility

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The Crop Diversity Digest

From cutting-edge research to work saving seeds in communities, even our small actions can have a big impact on saving crop diversity and putting it to good use. Read the latest news highlighting these efforts and more.