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National Prosopis Strategy created with expertise from CABI and partners approved by Kenyan government
March 19, 2024
A National Prosopis Strategy (NPS) created with expertise from CABI and a range of partners has been approved by the Kenyan government to help protect the country’s environment, ecosystem services and livelihoods from Prosopis juliflora. The National Strategy and Action Plan for the Management and Control of the Invasive Prosopis…
CABI visit to Malaysia and Singapore served to strengthen partnerships for enhanced food security in region
March 15, 2024
CABI CEO, Dr Daniel Elger, has paid a visit to Malaysia – a Member Country of CABI – and Singapore to further strengthen existing partnerships, build new linkages and explore fresh opportunities to support food security and sustainable trade in the region. Dr Elger joined staff from CABI’s regional centre…
CABI-led study reveals “considerable farmer knowledge” on different aspects of antibiotics risk
March 12, 2024
A CABI-led study published in the CABI Agriculture and Bioscience journal has revealed “considerable farmer knowledge” on different aspects of antibiotics risks – including antimicrobial resistance – associated with their use on livestock in Kenya. Scientists from CABI’s regional centre for Africa in Nairobi, Kenya, joined colleagues from the University…
CABI scientist joins panel discussion focused on how to invest in agricultural solutions that work for women
March 8, 2024
Dr Monica Kansiime, CABI’s Deputy Director, Development and Outreach, Africa today (Friday 8 March) joined a panel of experts to discuss how to invest in agricultural solutions that work for women as part of a forum to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024. In line with the IWD theme of…
CABI announces appointment of Chileshe Kapwepwe as next Board Chair while work continues to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges
March 8, 2024
The 404th meeting of CABI’s Executive Council was informed that Chileshe Kapwepwe will be the first female Chair of the CABI Board and the first holder of the post from an African country, succeeding Roger Horton in April 2024. A Zambian national, Ms Kapwepwe is the General Secretary of the…
Role of African women and young people in agricultural service provision investigated in new CABI-led study
March 4, 2024
The role of African women and young people engaged in agricultural service provision has been investigated in a new CABI-led study published in the CABI Agriculture and Bioscience journal. By combining a literature review with ongoing action research in Kenya, the scientists provide insights into the main characteristics, benefits, and…
CABI’s expertise in digital development highlighted at VizAfrica Conference 2024
February 27, 2024
CABI’s expertise in digital development has been highlighted at the VizAfrica Conference 2024 – dedicated to using data and information visualization to address key challenges in Africa, particularly in agriculture, health, nutrition and development. The event was hosted by the African Institute for Capacity Development (AICAD) and held at Jomo…
CABI science award winners to help increase livelihoods, food security, and empowerment for women in Africa
February 19, 2024
CABI researchers Lilian Owembabazi and Dr Hettie Boafo have each been given special CABI science awards – in memory of former colleagues – allowing them to help increase food security, livelihoods, and empowerment for women in Africa. Ms Owembabazi, Research Assistant at CABI’s regional centre for Africa in Nairobi and…
Benefits of the CABI BioProtection Portal highlighted at Global Minor Use Summit
February 15, 2024
The benefits of the CABI BioProtection Portal have been highlighted at the Global Minor Use Summit in Madrid, Spain, aimed at raising awareness of the challenges facing minor crops such as avocado, passionfruit, kiwi fruit and pomegranate. The Global Minor Use Summit was hosted by the Minor Use Foundation (MUF)…
Farming Innovation Programme award to explore vital role of soil microbiomes and move towards greater sustainable agriculture in the UK
February 14, 2024
Today, Eagle Genomics, announces an award from DEFRA’s Farming Innovation Programme to explore - in partnership with Rothamsted Research and CABI - the vital role of soil microbiomes as part of a move towards greater sustainable agriculture and net zero food production to feed the planet’s growing population. By leveraging…
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