EU-China joint action to increase the development and adoption of IPM tools

The persistent threat of invasive agricultural pests and their chronic re-emergence underlines the importance of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) tools and their implementation. Pest management typically relies largely on chemical pesticides, increasing the risks to humans and wildlife. Despite European Union and Chinese policies promoting the use of IPM, widespread…
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Developing a dynamic approach using earth observation technology to improve pest risk modelling

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CABI is utilizing its expertise in crop health, invasive species, pest and disease modelling and digital development as part of a project using state-of-the-art Earth Observation (EO) technology. Advances in EO technology, also known as satellite remote sensing technology, have opened new possibilities for modelling to improve the quality of…
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CABI joins One Food programme for a ‘One Health’ approach to sustainable food systems in South Africa

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CABI is sharing its expertise along the agricultural value chain as part of the UK government-funded One Food programme aimed at implementing a ‘One Health’ approach to sustainable food systems in South Africa. The One Food programme is codeveloped by the UK Government’s Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science…
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CABI shares expertise in FAIR data at SciDataCon conference as part of International Data Week

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CABI has shared its expertise in FAIR data – as they apply to data governance, development projects and investments – at the SciDataCon conference in Salzburg, Austria, held as part of International Data Week. Ada Isaac, CABI’s Research and Development Manager, attended the event – which is the international conference…
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Tripartite south-south cooperation to support Botswana develop the digital knowledge hub for greater food security

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CABI is working with the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) as part of a tripartite south-south cooperation and technical exchange to support Botswana develop a digital knowledge hub to foster greater sustainable food security. A comprehensive needs assessment is being carried – at the request of Botswana’s National Agricultural…
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CABI review aims to help strengthen national Soil Information Systems around the world

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CABI scientists are conducting a review of national Soil Information Systems (SIS) in seven countries in Africa – as well as the USA, New Zealand, and Australia to understand key technical factors and the enabling environment that contribute to successful SIS development. The next stage of the project will involve…
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