@cgiar-emd.bsky.social
Executive Managing Director, @cgiar.org
On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, I celebrate the inspiring Indigenous women I met last year at #ICRISAT, who are transforming traditional millet knowledge into thriving businesses.
With @cgiar.org ar.org support, they're building more sustainable, resilient food systems.
🔗 on.cgiar.org/3UTUeBK
🌍Media and development leaders from @tsinghuauniversity.bsky.social’s GDHCC visited @ilri.org Nairobi—supported by @gatesfoundation.bsky.social China—to connect with @cgiar.org’s work on the ground and explore partnership opportunities. 🤝
#GlobalDevelopment #CGIAR #ChinaAfrica
🌍 “The UN Food Systems Summit is about more than transforming food—it’s about livelihoods, jobs, trade & climate action,” says Namukolo Covic.
With 2B nutrient-deficient & 2B overweight, healthier diets 🥗 are key to SDGs 🎯.
▶️ www.youtube.com/live/uionyAJ...
🌍 Nearly 3B people still can’t afford a healthy diet. However, science, backed by evidence and real-world solutions by organizations like @cgiar.org, can drive transformation in the food system. New #oped co-authored with Shakuntala Thilsted in @devex.com
👉 More: on.cgiar.org/4kYuWgE
🌽 Improved seeds = better harvests.
@ifpri.org’s DNA study in Ethiopia links improved maize to higher yields and incomes, highlighting the need for better seed tracking and data.
👉 lnkd.in/drWiQk_g
#AgResearch #FoodSecurity #SmallholderFarming
🌍 The @cgiar.org Impact Report shares breakthrough solutions delivering meaningful change in the fight against hunger and malnutrition.
🌱 Discover how science is building stronger, more resilient food systems:
🔗 on.cgiar.org/40xSqlh
#WithScienceWeCan #FoodSecurity
🌾 Youth are vital to our food future — yet many are leaving agriculture.
📉 What’s missing? Support. Strategy. Opportunity.
💬 Let’s change that.
Join #AcceleratingEqualityinAg, Oct 7–9, 2025.
🔗More: on.cgiar.org/4505Sjw
🌍 @cgiar.org is now an accredited IGO to the @UN Environment Assembly (UNEA), bringing food, land, and water science into global policy.
👥 Next: UNEA-7 this December.
🔗 More: lnkd.in/g3n39
🌍 @cgiar.org is joining #UNFSS+4 in Addis Ababa, July 27–29!
Global leaders. Bold ideas. Real action for sustainable food systems. 🌱
🔗More: lnkd.in/dtk9a5ex
#FoodSystems #UNFSS2025 #CGIAR
🌍 Great to connect in Rome with Gerardine Mukeshimana, VP of IFAD, to discuss deepening global partnerships for sustainable food systems.
@cgiar.org and @ifad.org are united in advancing climate-smart solutions, empowering smallholders, and driving impact through science.
🌾 In the Philippines, a pilot program by @irriofficial.bsky.social is underway to provide satellite-powered crop insurance and agro-advisories, helping rice farmers stay resilient in the face of climate shocks.
More: on.cgiar.org/4k2KlvR
#OneCGIAR #ClimateResilience #AgInnovation
🌾 In the Philippines, @irriofficial.bsky.social is piloting satellite-powered crop insurance and agro-advisories, helping rice farmers stay resilient in the face of climate shocks.
More: on.cgiar.org/4k2KlvR
#ClimateResilience #AgInnovation
🔬 Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) and @ilri.org are driving local biotech solutions to tackle Rift Valley Fever and African Swine Fever—protecting livestock with safer, homegrown vaccines.
More: on.cgiar.org/4ejjsTc
@thestarkenya.bsky.social
🌾 Southeast Asia grows 1/3 of the world’s rice + 40% of exports.
👩🏽🌾 South Asia’s agrifood systems support 793 M+ people.
To boost food security and resilience, @cgiar.org has launched the CGIAR Asia-Pacific Hub — scaling innovations for local impact.
🔗Learn more: on.cgiar.org/45q8Kb4
🌍 Join @cgiar.org & @ifpri.org to explore how public & private capital can drive food systems transformation in LMICs.
📊 Backed by new CGIAR research, with insights on financing, trade-offs & impact.
🗓️ July 1 | 16:30–18:00 GMT+2
🔗 lnkd.in/eja-wmgb
#OneCGIAR #FoodSystems
🌍 The @financialtimes.com Caribbean Global Food Security event highlighted how agricultural innovation and investment can address the growing challenges of climate change and population growth.
Thanks to all who joined—let’s keep the momentum going.
🔗 foodsecurityinbrazil.live.ft.com
#FTLive
🚨 My new article explores why closing the science–policy gap is key to fixing food systems.
We need more than data—advisors, open platforms & better incentives can drive real change.
📰: on.cgiar.org/3TrbL3C
#SciencePolicy #FoodSystems #EvidenceToAction #OneCGIAR
🌍 From Baku to Belém — @cgiar.org joins global leaders at #SB62 to drive $1.3T climate finance, adaptation, and just transition. 🌱🌎
#COP30 #BakuToBelem
🔗 Learn more: on.cgiar.org/4059uyN
#UNFCCC #BakuToBelem #ClimateAction
🌍 #HappeningToday: Global Food Security in a Changing Climate
Joining FTLive, Caribbean Development, Governments of 🇧🇷 Brazil & 🇧🇿 Belize to explore:
• Ag vulnerabilities
• Global-local alignment
• Food system transformation
🔗 lnkd.in/eJss7QMr
#FoodSecurity @financialtimes.com
🌍 Congratulations to Dr. Sidi Ould Tah on his appointment as President of @afdbgroup.bsky.social!
At @cgiar.org, we look forward to continued collaboration with AfDB in transforming agriculture in Africa, empowering smallholder farmers 🌾 and driving sustainable change 🌱 🤝. #FoodSystems #Africa
Join us for a high-level conversation on food security and climate change in the Caribbean that will explore power in the food chain, inclusive finance, and smallholder resilience.
📅 June 12 | 12:00–12:50 BST
📍 Live from Brasília & online
🔗 on.cgiar.org/43qncyp
#FTLive #CaribbeanDevelopmentBank
🐟 @worldfish.bsky.social & @cgiar.org are at #UNOC2025 in Nice, France!
We're excited to share evidence-based solutions to reduce #aquaticfoods loss and waste and promote effective governance.
📅 Explore our events: tinyurl.com/WF25UNOC
#AABSWorldFish | #SouthSouth
Eid al-Adha Mubarak! 🌙🐑
Wishing you peace, compassion, and blessings on this special occasion. May your sacrifices be rewarded and your hearts filled with joy.
#EidAlAdha #EidMubarak
🌿 @cgiar.org is driving innovation to restore ecosystems, improve land use, and boost climate resilience.
This #WorldEnvironmentDay, explore how our science is helping to shape a sustainable future for both people and the planet.
🔗 on.cgiar.org/3HiI0PK
#OneCGIAR @unep.org
Joined @worldfish.bsky.social for the launch of the CGIAR Asia Digital Hub in Penang 🌏✨
A major step for digital & AI innovation in food, land & water systems across Asia.
🔗Learn more: worldfishcenter.org/press-releas...
#OneCGIAR #AgTech #FoodSystems
🌍 Healthy oceans are essential for people and the planet.
Proud to see @worldfish.bsky.social and @cgiar.org pushing for bold, science-based action at #UNOC2025 to safeguard marine ecosystems and secure sustainable food systems. 🌊🐟
🔗 Learn more: on.cgiar.org/4kfpPck
#OneCGIAR
Great to meet Minister Adjoumani, Baboucarr Manneh (DG, AfricaRice) & Simeon Ehui (DG, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, IITA) at #SARA2025 during the @afdbgroup.bsky.social Annual Meetings. Grateful for the inspiring exchange on ag innovation in Africa.
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Looking forward to joining the launch of the 2025 Global Food Policy Report @ifpri.org’s 50th anniversary edition! 🌍📘
📅 May 28 | Attend in person or online
🔗 Register here:
bit.ly/GFPR2025
#GFPR2025 #IFPRI@50 #IFPRI50Innovations #OneCGIAR
Excited to join key conversations on mobilizing Africa’s capital & driving agri-innovation at @afdbgroup.bsky.social Annual Meetings & #SARA2025 in 🇨🇮, May 26–27! Let’s connect & collaborate. 🌍🌾
🔗Learn more: events.cgiar.org/afdbannualme...
#AfDBAM2025 #AM2025
🥇 Gold for @cgiar.org at #RHSChelsea!
The Garden of the Future wins big — showcasing climate-smart crops + innovation for a resilient future. 🌱🌍
In partnership with @gatesfoundation.bsky.social, Butler & Parker, @bioversityciat.bsky.social & @ifpri.org
🔗More about the garden: on.cgiar.org/3H4bxwA
