Proceedings from 6th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture now available online
Aug 05 2014   WCCA is a global congress focused on practical conservation applications and techniques that will help conserve soil, water and other natural resources, as well as provide economic returns. The congress takes place every three years and will be...

International Symposium on Agroecology for Food and Nutrition Security
Jul 19 2014   FAO will host an International Symposium on Agroecology for Food Security and Nutrition from 18th to 19th September to explore recent scientific research and knowledge and promote open dialogue while showcasing existing experiences and programs on...

6th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture kicks off today
Jun 23 2014   The 6 th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture kicks off today in Winnipeg, Manitoba with a gathering of conservation-minded individuals from around the world. The event will run till the end of the week with the objective of promoting the...

CIMMYT maize inbred lines and pre-commercial hybrids with potential resistance to Maize Lethal Necrosis (MLN)
Jun 18 2014   Last week, we posted an alert on our social media platforms "Does anyone out there know the solution to the Maize Lethal Necrotic Disease affecting maize crops in Laikipa- Kenya? pic.twitter.com/GXdtBrDJMT Since then we have learnt that, CIMMYT has...

The Zeitz Foundation collaborates with the African Conservation Tillage Network (ACT) to support and promote CA in Laikipia County – Kenya
Jun 13 2014   In April 2013, the Zeitz Foundation and the African Conservation Tillage Network made an MoU to support, promote and build the capacities of Farmers in Conservation Agriculture, in Laikipia county. The Zeitz Foundation promotes improvement of...