Jasmonic acid negatively regulates wheat grain filling by affecting assimilate transport and starch biosynthesis
Grain filling is a pivotal determinant of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) yield, relying on the efficient coordination of source–sink dynamics and assimilate partitioning. Jasmonic acid (JA) is widely involved in plant growth and development, and...
Genotype by environment interaction effect on yield and forage quality of native panic grasses: AMMI, GGE biplot and correlation analysis
Feed scarcity during the dry season is common in Ethiopia. The potential of existing indigenous grasses can be harnessed and optimized for inclusion in livestock diets. The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance, stability, and...
Comparative life cycle assessment of olive (Olea europaea L.) production under different agricultural systems: Environmental trade-offs and sustainability insights
Introduction: Olive cultivation is a major agroecosystem in the Mediterranean basin, yet the environmental performance of its production systems remains poorly quantified, particularly in North Africa where life cycle inventory (LCI) data are...
Driving Change: ICARDA’s Vision for Gender-Transformative Innovation at GCWAS 2026
At the Global Conference on Women in Agriculture and Agri-Food Systems 2026 in New Delhi, ICARDA took center stage, presenting its research on women’s leadership in rural cooperatives across the MENA region. Through contributions by the ICARDA delegation, the organization underscored how empowering women through inclusive governance, economic participation, and climate-smart innovations is critical for resilient farming communities and sustainable food systems.
Restoring Soil and Ecosystem Functions in Hilly Olive Orchards in Northwestern Syria by Adopting Contour Tillage and Vegetation Strips in a Mediterranean Environment
Steep olive orchards in northwest Syria are experiencing severe land degradation as a result of unsustainable uphill–downhill tillage, which accelerates erosion and reduces productivity. To address this problem, three tillage systems, no-till...
Wheat Self-Sufficiency Requires Sustainably Closing the Yield Gap in CWANA
Scientific Blog By Dr. Krishna Devkota , Dr. Mina Wasti-Devkota , and Dr. Vinay Nangia . Found in flatbreads, loaves, bulgur, freekeh, and couscous, wheat is a regional staple woven into the culture, nutrition, and economic stability of millions...
The Indian Society of Agronomy, in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), and the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), is hosting the Sixth...
High-Level Visit to Solar Irrigation and Small-Scale Post-harvest Sites in Qena
Under the Reversing Egypt’s Diminishing Food Security project, funded by the Government of Japan and led by the Ministry of Water Research and Irrigation (MWRI), ICARDA will host a high-level field visit in Qena Governorate. The visit will...
Regional Workshop on Advancing Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Food, Land, and Water Systems in MENA
19-20 November 2025 | Cairo, Egypt - The Middle East and North Africa regions are navigating a complex set of challenges that include water scarcity, climate pressures, food insecurity, and ongoing conflict. These issues deepen existing gender...
Modeling impacts of climate change on blue and green water, and crop yield using SWAT + in Lake Tana sub-basin (Ethiopia).
Understanding the impacts of climate change on blue and green water, as well as crop yield, is crucial for developing climate-resilient systems to mitigate water and food insecurity. This study aims to assess the impacts of climate change on...
