Study reveals ‘huge variability’ in estimates of cost efficiency and effectiveness of agricultural extension
CABI scientists have led new research which reveals a ‘huge variability’ in estimates of the cost efficiency and effectiveness of agricultural extension communication channels such as radio, video, and text messages. The study, published as a CABI Working Paper, focussed on studies from low-and-middle income countries to draw lessons for…
Biological trial to tackle one of the UK’s most pervasive and iconic invasive species now showing early success
CABI has worked in partnership with the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, National Trust and Yorkshire Water on a biological trial to tackle one of the UK’s most pervasive and iconic invasive species which is now showing early success. The work has involved testing the efficacy of a rust fungus known as…
CABI supports steps to implement response plan to tackle devastating outbreak of red and African migratory locusts in Zambia
CABI is supporting steps to implement a sustainable response plan to help tackle devastating outbreaks of red and African migratory locusts in Zambia which have affected crops across the country’s Western, Central, and Southern Provinces. Since March 2025, swarms of red locust (Nomadacris septemfasciata) and African migratory locust (Locusta migratoria)…
CABI leadership visit to Kenya highlights partnerships and scientific solutions to agricultural and environmental challenges
Senior leaders from CABI recently concluded a high-level visit to Kenya which provided a valuable opportunity to strengthen partnerships and highlight science-driven solutions to agricultural and environmental challenges. The delegation, led by CABI Board Chair Ms Chileshe Kapwepwe and Chief Executive Officer Dr Daniel Elger, included members of the CABI…
Review explores pathways, business models, and drivers for youth employment in Uganda’s agricultural sector
A review has explored the pathways, business models and drivers for youth employment in Africa’s agricultural sector by gaining research and insights from young people and stakeholders involved in youth empowerment activities in Uganda. The CABI-led review, published in the journal CABI Agriculture and Bioscience, identified six key employment pathways:…
Review article highlights urgent need for aflatoxin control strategies in Pakistan’s feed supply chain
Scientists who have written in the CABI One Health journal say there is an urgent need for aflatoxin control strategies in Pakistan’s feed supply chain to improve animal health, productivity, food safety and exports of animal-based products. The researchers argue that aflatoxins – toxic metabolites produced by certain fungi –…
CABI and The Nature Conservancy sign MoU to improve integrated rangeland health management in Kenya
CABI and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Charter to work together and provide a framework to improve integrated rangeland health management in Kenya. The agreement will support the development of a Rangelands Improvement Community Hub (RICH) which is necessary for better natural resource…
CABI joins 25-strong partnership for project to enhance Europe’s readiness for invasive fall armyworm crop pest
CABI has joined a 25-strong multi-stakeholder partnership to share its expertise on sustainable management of invasive crop pests as part of a new project to enhance Europe’s readiness for the potentially devastating fall armyworm. The project, funded by the European Union and led by INRAE – France’s National Research Institute…
CABI contributes expertise at EBID Presidential Roundtable on agricultural transformation in West Africa
CABI joined high-level experts and stakeholders at the recent Presidential Roundtable on “Unlocking Food Security in West Africa Through Agricultural Transformation”, hosted by the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) in Accra, Ghana. The roundtable brought together key stakeholders, including Dr George Agyekum Donkor, President and Chairman of the…
