CIMMYT and IICA Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Agri-Innovation Across the Americas
To promote agricultural research, innovation, and commerce throughout the Americas, CIMMYT and the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This strategic partnership combines research, technology, and close international cooperation to increase farmers’ economic possibilities, resilience, and productivity. The MoU focuses on important topics such family farming, agrifood digitization, climate-resilient agriculture, trade and regional integration, innovation and the bioeconomy, and agricultural health and safety.
Dr. Bram Govaerts, Director General of CIMMYT, highlighted the importance of innovation and market-driven solutions: “Partnerships like CIMMYT–IICA turn science into scale. Together, we’re accelerating innovation, supporting farmers, and strengthening food systems across the Americas—because global challenges demand connected solutions.”
Dr. Manuel Otero, Director General of IICA, added: “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to strengthening agricultural resilience, enhancing food security, and promoting economic growth in rural areas. With the increasing global demand for transforming food systems, IICA views this partnership as another testimony to its commitment to ensuring that farmers and agribusinesses across the Americas benefit from science, innovation and responsible resource management.”
Through this agreement, CIMMYT and IICA will implement joint research initiatives, promote knowledge exchange, and support innovation-driven solutions that empower farmers, enhance supply chains, and expand market opportunities.
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