Taking technology to farmer collectives in India, the startup way
Eight ICRISAT-incubated startups recently showcased their technologies to support farm livelihoods as part of a larger effort to bridge the technology gap Read more...
Farmer cooperatives across West and Central Africa help expand access to improved seeds, boosting yields
A farmers’ cooperative in Mali has experienced a significant increase in production of quality seeds, setting an example for other farmer organizations Read more...
Legume farmer fab labs design seeds that work for family farms, women and the market.
Protein and micronutrient-packed legumes like cowpea, groundnut, beans or chickpea are important crops for small farmers in developing countries to improve family Read more...
Malian farmer sets an example as a successful seed producer
Farmer field schools in Mali are not only training local farmers in best practices for optimum crop yields, they’re also providing improved Read more...
New chickpea varieties on the way
Three new improved varieties of chickpea – adapted to local conditions – have been identified for release in Malawi, following farmer participatory Read more...
Reviving a coconut-based livelihood program for farmers in Odisha, India
As a key partner in the Odisha Livelihood Mission, ICRISAT recently initiated a Coconut Plantation Drive in Odisha, India, in bid to Read more...