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Considered as the camel of the vegetation world, spineless cactus is a useful supplement in drought conditions.
March 22, 2017

ICARDA contributes to scaling-out successful water use technologies in Saudi Arabia

Throughout history, water scarcity in Arabian Peninsula has affected the livelihoods of inhabitants. 
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March 15, 2017

Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development supports young researchers

Capacity development is key to bridge knowledge gaps and enhance the skills of young scientists. 
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March 14, 2017

Margret Thalwitz: “Seed collections are among most precious public goods”

Margaret Thalwitz, ICARDA Board Chair, calls Svalbard and global seed vault 'treasures' and 'precious public goods.'
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March 14, 2017

ICARDA decentralization improves seed protection

Thanks to donors ICARDA was able to decentralize its operations and emerge a stronger, more efficient organization. 
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March 13, 2017

Coalition of donors committed to enhancing food security in Arab Countries

A coalition of donors is helping to enhance food security and reduce wheat import dependence across the Arab region. 
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March 08, 2017

A scientist calls attention to the plight of Syrian women

Saja Taha Al-Zoubi is raising awareness about the challenges confronting female agricultural workers displaced by Syria’s ongoing conflict.   

In the spring of 2015 Saja Taha Al Zoubi was sleeping on an Aleppo-bound bus when she was awoken by...

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March 08, 2017

Fuel-efficient stoves: a win-win strategy for women and the environment?

Women are at the front and center of an initiative promoting fuel-efficient stoves.
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March 07, 2017

Empowering female farmers in Tunisia

Agricultural extension programs often fail to target women effectively. An ICARDA initiative in Tunisia asks why and challenges prevailing constraints. 
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March 06, 2017

Strengthening the Participation of Women in Wheat Production Systems

Our understanding of the constraints holding back Africa's women farmers and entrepreneurs is improving - thanks to an ICARDA-managed wheat initiative. 
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March 01, 2017

Could ancient seeds from the arctic ice be key to enhancing food security in Egypt?

Egypt and Egyptian farmers are benefiting from ICARDA efforts to safeguard its genebank and vital plant genetic materials.  
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