Lantana camara emerges as the most widespread invasive plant in eastern and southern Africa
Lantana camara has emerged as the most widespread invasive plant species in eastern and southern Africa, according to CABI-led roadside surveys that recorded 708 non-native species across 11 countries. The inventory provides a vital baseline for invasive species management and policy.
Time to put plant health at the heart of One Health, experts say
Ahead of the 2026 One Health Summit, experts are calling for plant health to be fully integrated into One Health strategies. A new CABI evidence brief highlights critical gaps in funding, research, and policy, and outlines actions for funders, policymakers, and researchers to strengthen global health outcomes.
“One Plant Health Concept” connects tradition and technology to address plant diseases in Africa
A newly published “One Plant Health” strategy combines traditional indigenous knowledge and cutting-edge technology to tackle plant diseases in Africa for improved food security
CABI signs Host Country Agreement with Ethiopia
CABI has signed a Host Country Agreement with Ethiopia, marking a major milestone that deepens collaboration and strengthens efforts to support the country’s agricultural transformation through plant health, digital agriculture, and sustainable value‑chain development.
Invasive prickly pear pest Opuntia stricta could cost sub-Saharan Africa USD 307 billion over the next 50 years
CABI-led research published in the journal Biological Invasions suggests that the invasive prickly pear pest Opuntia stricta could cost sub-Saharan Africa USD 307 billion in lost livestock production over the next 50 years. The authors argue that current costs associated with the “loss” of forage growing under and near O.…
Strengthening science and development cooperation in Slovenia
A CABI delegation visited Slovenia to strengthen science cooperation and explore opportunities for deeper research collaboration. Meetings with government ministries and leading scientific institutions also examined the potential for Slovenia to join CABI as a Member Country.
Sharara podcast secures support to keep science alive in conflict zones
In Gaza, a man has stitched together fragments of shattered solar panels to keep the lights alive. Others coax power from spent batteries, charging phones and running appliances. From the ruins of his home, an engineer salvages seeds and rain-fed plants. With local farmers, he transforms tree waste into artificial…
New partnerships to transform agricultural education and food security in Africa
CABI and RUFORUM have signed a landmark MoU to strengthen agricultural education and research across Africa, driving food security, climate resilience, and youth employment through digital tools and capacity building.
CABI launches new ‘Evidence Synthesis’ course
CABI has launched a new course, Primer on Evidence Synthesis, as part of its free suite of learning resources alongside the Evidence Synthesis Skills Framework. This short course allows people to quickly gain an understanding of the complex world of evidence synthesis, and provides a strong introduction to key terminology…
CABI partners with The African Academy of Sciences to support Africa’s agricultural transformation
A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will see CABI work together with The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) on agricultural science, food security and sustainable development across Africa. CABI and AAS will build on their respective strengths and networks of stakeholders to foster scientific excellence and innovation with the aim…