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January 4, 2022

GREAT Advanced Course strengthens gender research skills for resilient agricultural systems

A new advanced course from GREAT deepened skills and theory in gender-responsive agricultural research to contribute to resilient food and agricultural systems.

Global Development Section
School of Integrative Plant Science
Plant Breeding and Genetics Section

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December 22, 2021

Ambitious Initiative Aims to Achieve Zero-Hunger, Zero-Carbon Food Systems

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Environment
Climate Change

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December 22, 2021

$10M project opens pathways for more pest resilient food options in Asia

The Feed the Future Insect-Resistant Eggplant Partnership is funded by a five-year $10 million grant from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) as part of Feed the Future, the U.S. Government’s global hunger and food security...