Borlaug Global Rust Initiative

The Advancing Frontiers Conference (AFC) 2026 will bring together experts in plant and agricultural sciences to drive research, innovation, and collaboration across West Africa. Meet some of the speakers for AFC 2026 who will share their insights. #AFC2026

World Food Prize Laureates are changing food systems by… 🌱 Protecting crop biodiversity 🌏 Advancing climate resilience 🥗 Developing nutritious, accessible foods … and more! Nominate your food security hero for #FoodPrize27: bit.ly/FoodPrize27 Deadline: May 1, 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! We fully agree — science-led approaches to soil and crop resilience are key to advancing regenerative agriculture across regions. Glad you’re looking forward to the podcast.

Shout-out to Cesaree Morier-Gxyiya for her webinar on refining wheat stem rust models with updated climate parameters! Vital research for resilient wheat futures! 💡📈 🌾 Learn more about our Pathogens EWG and their impact: wheatinitiative.org/ewg-pathogens

WACCI, in collaboration with the Digital, Data and Design Institute at Harvard University and the Borlaug Global Rust Initiative (BGRI), Cornell University, will host the Inaugural Advancing Frontiers Conference (AFC). Read more: bit.ly/4aWCxu9

🌍@CIMMYT welcomes renewed U.S. Government support for global food security and science. A strong vote of confidence in our mission and scientific excellence. Grateful for this partnership that strengthens farmers and food systems worldwide. 🔗bit.ly/3ZLYyWp @StateDept

Do you know an emerging leader advancing wheat disease research? Nominate them for the 2026 Jeanie Borlaug Laube WIT Awards. Self-nominations are encouraged. Applications are due February 23. bgri.cornell.edu/2026-wit-award…

NEW PODCAST AVAILABLE NOW! 🎙️ Science and soil health take center stage in this episode as host Tom Vilsack sits down with Howard W. Buffett and Barrett Ersek of @Holganix 🌱 worldfoodprize.org/podcast Thanks to The Wellmark Foundation (@wellmarkbcbs) for supporting this podcast!

🌾 Pleased to invite you to a pathogens webinar! Dr. Xianming Chen (USDA), presenting on stripe rust epidemiology and host resistance 📅Friday, FEB 27, 7:00 PM CET / 11:00 AM MST Have a look here: wheatinitiative.org/new-events/2fe… @karchuntan @ReemWheat

CIMMYT is at #MSC2026. Food security is national security. Agriculture belongs in the security conversation. #MSC2026

📣 Calling all #FoodSecurity champions! The World Food Prize is searching for its 2027 Laureate. Do you know someone whose contributions are deserving of the $500,000 #FoodPrize27? 🏆 Submit your nomination before the May 1 deadline 👉 bit.ly/FoodPrize27

Are you an early-career scientist whose work strengthens global capacity to address wheat diseases and advance food security? Apply today for the 2026 Jeanie Borlaug Laube WIT Early-Career Award. Deadline is 23 February. @JohnInnesCentre @bramaccimmyt bgri.cornell.edu/2026-wit-award…

Calling all early-career researchers! Know someone doing standout work in wheat disease research, or want to nominate yourself? Submit a nomination for the 2026 Jeanie Borlaug Laube WIT Awards by 23 February. @CIMMYT @ICARDA bgri.cornell.edu/2026-wit-award…

2026 Top Agri-food Pioneers submissions are now open! 📣 TAP recognizes 40 global innovators who are advancing sustainable, resilient & inclusive food systems! 🌍🌾 Know someone who belongs in this group? Submit their name before March 25, 2026: worldfoodprize.org/tap #TAP2026

Exciting news! @icarindia & BISA organise #NICRA Review and ACASA–India Launch Workshop to support location-specific, data-driven #climate adaptation planning for the country's #agriculture. 🗓️: Jan 23, 2026

A strong milestone for the Ghana National Research Fund. Our Board Orientation & Technical Committees Workshop sharpened governance, investable research priorities, and partnerships—toward the national launch on 4 June 2026, officiated by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana. With strong PSC guidance, Prof. Raymond Atuguba’s clarity on board roles, and a new partnership with Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, we are building a fund that delivers for Ghana. #GNRF #GhanaNationalResearchFund #AccraReset #ResearchForDevelopment #ScienceForGhana #GoodGovernance #PublicPrivatePartnerships #InnovationForGhana #June4Launch

🌟 Join us on Feb. 3, 2026 for George Washington Carver Day at the World Food Prize Hall of Laurates! Explore science, innovation & legacy with hands-on fun! (Free + open to all!) ✨ Learn more & RSVP: halloflaureates.org/gwcday #GeorgeWashingtonCarver #GWCDay #BlackHistoryMonth

Excited to share that Wheat Initiative will be at the 4th International Wheat Congress #IWC2026Bologna in Bologna, Italy, May 25–29! 🌾 Come visit our booth to connect! Register, submit your abstract, and learn more 👉 iwc2026.com #IWC2024Perth #WheatConnect

We’re hiring at BISA! We are looking for passionate professionals to join our team & contribute to impactful work in agri. If you’re eager to work in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply here: lnkd.in/gXgywFBB