Communication Posts

Jens Andersson, a social scientist at CIMMYT, speaks on how we could reinvent advisory services for the African smallholder farmers.

Researchers take stock of the fertilizer recommendation tools in available in Ethiopia in support of the country’s National Soils Strategy.

Researchers in Ethiopia show that well-targeted fertilizer recommendations improve fertilizer usage and productivity of maize production.

Scientists use spatial price prediction models to estimate local prices that might be more relevant than the national average.

KIGALI, Rwanda (CIMMYT) — The African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) is the place to be for organizations interested in Africa’s agricultural development. Research institutions, development agencies, funders, farmers’ organizations, large agribusinesses and green start-ups came together for the latest edition of this event in Kigali, Rwanda

A new agrodealer survey explores smallholder’s access to improved maize seed and fertilizer in Tanzania and Uganda.

Researchers are using data and tools to produce information that can help farmers, research institutions and governments take better decisions on agronomic practices and investments.

Trials of the Nutrient Expert app showed improved yields, fertilizer-use efficiency and increased profits for farmers

Experts are developing data and dashboards to advise policymakers about the cost and feasibility of liming to increase maize productivity.

CIMMYT has been researching the use of mobile apps to provide site-specific agronomic advice to farmers.