International Potato Center (CIP)

Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for strategic leadership? We are looking for a dynamic Head of Legal Services to lead our Legal Services Unit in Lima, Peru. In this pivotal role, you'll navigate complex legal landscapes, provide expert counsel, and drive CIP's legal strategy with integrity and vision. Ready to make an impact? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ecEYx6rz Closing date: September 30, 2024 #internationaldevelopment #Legalprofessionals #legalandgovernanceaffairs #itellectualassetsmanagement #intellectualproperty

International Potato Center (CIP) and partners, including World Food Programme, are empowering refugees in Uganda by introducing orange-fleshed sweetpotato ??. This innovative initiative addresses malnutrition and food insecurity while creating income opportunities for vulnerable communities. By providing planting materials, agronomic training, and nutrition education, CIP is transforming OFSP into more than just a crop—it's a tool for self-reliance, sustainable farming, and economic growth. ???? https://lnkd.in/eyZ2Ehkm ?? CGIAR

The COVID-19 pandemic ?? and the Russia-Ukraine war significantly impacted Africa’s food systems, testing the resilience of food, seed, fertilizer, and fuel supply chains. Our latest research analyzes how 18 countries across three African Regional Economic Communities responded: ? East Africa: Expanded social protection programs ? West Africa: Supported smallholder farmers & embraced digital agriculture ? Southern Africa: Implemented stimulus packages Explore key lessons: ???? https://lnkd.in/epCmC_SM ?? International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

In collaboration with the International Potato Center since 1978, China's potato ?? sector is thriving through: ? New potato varieties, like Cooperation 88, covering 20% of production ? Cutting-edge research on breeding, irrigation, and climate resilience ? AI-driven models optimizing water and resource use ? Partnerships with biotech startups for cross-sector innovations Dr. Simon Heck, CIP’s Director General, emphasizes how science, not land or investment, is the key to success in modern potato production. ???? https://lnkd.in/e9vfB6pi ?? China Daily USA ?? CGIAR

International Potato Center (CIP) proudly launches Latin America’s largest Cryobank ??, a cutting-edge facility capable of preserving up to 70,000 accessions. By cryopreserving genetic material at -196°C, this advanced technology safeguards crops like potatoes, sweetpotatoes—ensuring they remain pathogen-free and genetically stable for decades. This milestone positions Peru and Latin America as leaders in biodiversity conservation, providing a vital backup for food security and ecosystem resilience amidst climate change. ???? https://lnkd.in/g7wy93vR ?? Vania C. Rennó Azevedo ?? Rainer Vollmer ?? Simon Heck ?? Helen Hambly

?? We asked scientists at CGIAR genebanks what they love most about their work. ?? Watch to hear about their passion for plant diversity, education, tackling hunger and much more. CGIAR centers run 11 genebanks around the world. They conserve and make available more than 700,000 accessions of 3,000 plant species. These unique crop collections offer solutions to farmers, breeders and researchers working to feed people in a changing climate. The video features staff from Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT , International Potato Center (CIP) and AfricaRice. Crop Trust International Plant Treaty

Gen Z holds the key to Africa's food system transformation! With over 400 million young people, the potential is enormous. But challenges like unemployment and limited opportunities persist. How can we unlock Gen Z’s power for sustainable growth ??? ???? https://lnkd.in/eeruS9Se ?? IFPRI Africa ?? CGIAR

El cambio climático exige soluciones innovadoras, y el suelo tiene un papel clave. David Ramirez Collantes del Centro Internacional de la Papa será ponente en la II Convención Internacional de Suelos y XIX Congreso Peruano de la Ciencia del Suelo – 2024, donde expondrá estrategias de mitigación al cambio climático enfocadas en sistemas alimentarios basados en papa ??. Este espacio es una oportunidad única para conocer avances en la gestión sostenible del suelo y su impacto en la agricultura global ??. ???? https://lnkd.in/gp2D2mZi ?? INIA - Instituto Nacional de Innovacion Agraria ?? AGROIDEAS del Midagri ?? Universidad Nacional de San Cristóbal de Huamanga (UNSCH)

The Market Intelligence Initiative by CGIAR is reshaping crop breeding ?? to be more market-driven. By aligning breeding programs with real-world market needs, we're helping farmers, consumers, and processors thrive, while advancing sustainable food systems. ???? https://lnkd.in/eN3pJqbu

Join us for a Twitter Live event to delve into the CIP Sweetpotato Catalogue ?? and discover how varieties from Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean are tackling food security and vitamin A deficiency. ??? November 28 ?? 08:00 am (GMT-5) Whether you’re in agriculture, nutrition, or development, don’t miss this chance to interact with experts and learn more about how sweetpotato ?? varieties are driving sustainable food systems!