COP28 is about action, not politics and point scoring, says UN climate chief
Mr. Stiell’s strong message to government negotiators comes as the latest UN climate conference, running in the UAE’s main city, Dubai, since last Thursday,...
EFF to Ninth Circuit: There’s No Software Exception to Traditional Copyright Limits
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Copyright’s reach is already far too broad, and courts have no business expanding it any further, particularly where that reframing will...
Introducing the CIP-Matilde potato variety – International Potato Center
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CIP is pleased to announce the launching of CIP-Matilde, a new potato variety in Peru as a Commercial Cultivar under the...
Sharing experiences and lessons learned for future success – International Potato Center
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This project has focused first on implementing the training of trainers in Cameroon and establishing rapid multiplication plots in DRC. RTB...
CGIAR EMD visit showcases innovative Science Goals at the International Potato Center
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In mid-February, the International Potato Center (CIP) had the honor of hosting Ismahane Elouafi, Executive Managing Director of CGIAR. During her...
Anti-malnutrition initiative targeting drought-affected populations exceeds expectations in 18 months – International Potato Center
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After a four-year drought and repeated cycles of food crises that left hundreds of thousands of families grappling with malnutrition and...
Plant With Purpose in the Warm Heart of Africa
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The launch of our newest program expands partnership and hope to the people of Malawi
At the beginning of 2024, Plant With...
Potato rooted apical cuttings – rapid production of quality seed – International Potato Center
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The widespread use of seed potatoes infested with pathogens or pests is a major cause of low yields in Africa’s potato-producing countries, where a...
Zero Tillage Potato Production Through Rice Straw Mulch Gains Pace Thanks to CIP –...
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Collaborating with the Fund for the Promotion of Innovation in Agriculture (i4Ag), the International Potato Center (CIP) and partners have …
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Plant scientists turn attention to African staples – International Potato Center
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Teff is a staple cereal that is grown across Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia and parts of Kenya, where it feeds some 150mn...
COP28 in Dubai enters final week, negotiations ramp up on emissions cuts, fossil fuels
UN climate chief Simon Stiell has said that the current draft of the text is “a grab bag of wish lists and heavy on...
The International Potato Center (CIP) officially hosted by Madagascar for agricultural research and development...
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26 October 2023 (Antananarivo, Madagascar) – A host country agreement between the Malagasy Government and the non-profit research organization International Potato...
Green Technology Cars Take the Lead for a Cleaner Future
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Good web design has visual weight, is optimized for various devices, and has content that is prioritized for the...
WFP’s ‘priority’ in Sudan is getting staff out – International Potato Center
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The World Food Programme has begun evacuating its employees from Sudan, spokesperson Steve Taravella tells me, a move the agency was...
Refugee, host communities find relief and stability in Orange-fleshed Sweetpotato – International Potato Center
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Christine Julu, a South Sudanese refugee, has settled in Uganda’s Palorinya Camp, located in Obongi district, West Nile region. The adjustment...
Decoding the California DMV’s Mobile Driver’s License
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The State of California is currently rolling out a “mobile driver’s license” (mDL), a form of digital identification that raises significant...
Nakon, Thailand: “My mission is to make the soil more fertile”
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Education is a widespread concern of parents all over the world. This includes Northern Thailand, where many Plant With Purpose members...
Improving the sweetpotato seed system in a challenging humanitarian environment – International Potato Center
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Sweetpotato, a hardy and nutritious crop, holds immense potential in addressing food security and nutrition in Haiti. However, its full potential...
Ola Bini Faces Ecuadorian Prosecutors Seeking to Overturn Acquittal of Cybercrime Charge
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Ola Bini, the software developer acquitted last year of cybercrime charges in a unanimous verdict in Ecuador, was back in court...
Small RNA sequencing and assembly methods revolutionize virus detection – International Potato Center
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Efficient and accurate detection of viruses in plants and animals is essential for the development of effective strategies to manage disease...
Report card 2: Half-way to the global goals deadline
Launched in 2015, the Agenda set out a 15-year plan to realize 17 interconnected targets, known as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and change...
A recipe for success in Karamoja schools – International Potato Center
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Ever wondered how schools in challenging environments can play a key role in transforming communities? An exciting initiative is taking place...
Increasing farmer benefits with improved potato varieties in Peru – International Potato Center
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New and improved potato varieties are a critical first line of defense for farmers when it comes to climate change, drought, and diseases. Thirty-four potato varieties developed and released...
Making Fashion Environmentally Sustainable – Africa Science News
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The United Nations (UN) Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, launched at the fourth UN Environment Assembly (UNEA) in Nairobi, is...
