Assessing the impact of PGPR and water retention agents on bread wheat growth: an experimental study
Considering the imperative challenges posed by climate change, particularly the escalating instances of drought stress, optimizing wheat production stands as a critical goal for agricultural development. This experimental study delves into the...
Unraveling the genetic architecture of stripe rust resistance in ICARDA spring wheat
Stripe rust, also known as yellow rust, caused by Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici (Pst), is among the most destructive fungal diseases affecting global wheat productivity. Identifying genetic loci associated with Pst resistance is crucial...
Scientist – Seed System Specialist/Country Coordinator - Pakistan
Muhammad Imtiaz
Dr. Muhammad Imtiaz is a Seed Systems Specialist and Plant Breeder with over 30 years of experience in research for development in developing and developed countries. He focuses on seed sector development and provides strategic and technical...
Genome-wide association study reveals major loci for resistance to septoria tritici blotch in a Tunisian durum wheat collection
Septoria tritici blotch (STB) is a devastating fungal disease affecting durum and bread wheat worldwide. Tunisian durum wheat landraces are reported to be valuable genetic resources for resistance to STB and should prominently be deployed in...
A Blueprint for Building Resilience and Food Security in MENA and SSA Drylands: Diversifying Agriculture With Neglected and Underutilized Species
Drylands, encompassing 41% of global land and supporting over 2 billion people, face significant challenges, including water scarcity, extreme temperatures, and soil degradation. Dryland spans vast areas of Middle East and North Africa (MENA)...
Climate change and agronomic management: Addressing wheat yield gaps and sustainability challenges in the Mediterranean and MENA regions
Wheat is a crucial crop for food and nutritional security in Mediterranean and MENA regions, yet it faces significant challenges due to high yield variability, low average productivity, and substantial yield gaps. This highlights the urgent need...
Symposium on Plant Genetic Resources: A Milestone Event in Climate Change and Food Security
In partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, ICARDA, and Uzbekistan’s Research Institute of Plant Genetic Resources (RIPGR) recently hosted an international symposium commemorating the 100th anniversary of RIPGR’s establishment.
Spermidine alleviates drought-induced wheat floret degeneration by mitigating oxidative damage and maintaining energy homeostasis
Drought stress at the booting stage causes severe floret degeneration and a decrease in grain number. Polyamines are involved in wheat floret development under drought stress, but the underlying physiological mechanisms are unclear. This study...
An end-of-year message from ICARDA Director General
As we look to 2025, our commitment to resilient agriculture and sustainable livelihoods remains stronger than ever, thanks to our trusted partners, funders and dedicated teams.
