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First insights into the microbiome of Tunisian Hyalomma ticks gained through nextgeneration sequencing with a special focus on H. scupense
May 19, 2022

First insights into the microbiome of Tunisian Hyalomma ticks gained through nextgeneration sequencing with a special focus on H. scupense

Ticks are one of the most important vectors of several pathogens affecting humans and animals. In addition to pathogens, ticks carry diverse microbiota of symbiotic and commensal microorganisms. In this study, we have investigated the first...

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A Genome-Wide Association Study Identifying Single-Nucleotide Polymorphisms for Iron and Zinc Biofortification in a Worldwide Barley Collection
May 19, 2022

A Genome-Wide Association Study Identifying Single-Nucleotide Polymorphisms for Iron and Zinc Biofortification in a Worldwide Barley Collection

Micronutrient deficiency affects half of the world’s population, mostly in developing countries. Severe health issues such as anemia and inadequate growth in children below five years of age and pregnant women have been linked to mineral...

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Genebank Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony - Center from left to right: Aly Abousabaa, CGIAR's Regional Director of CWANA and ICARDA Director General and His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Sadiki, Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture.
May 18, 2022

Seeds for Life - the ICARDA Morocco Genebank is Inaugurated

The ICARDA Morocco Genebank was officially inaugurated today by His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Sadiki, Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, alongside Aly Abousabaa, CGIAR's Regional Director of CWANA and ICARDA Director-General.
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Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
May 16, 2022

Condolences to the people of UAE at the passing of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan

Official letter to the UAE from Mr Aly Abousabaa, Regional Director, Central and West Asia and North Africa, CGIAR and Director General ICARDA
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Coupling Effects of Nitrogen and Irrigation Levels on Growth Attributes, Nitrogen Use Efficiency, and Economics of Cotton
May 16, 2022

Coupling Effects of Nitrogen and Irrigation Levels on Growth Attributes, Nitrogen Use Efficiency, and Economics of Cotton

Nitrogen (N) fertilization plays a pivotal role in physiomorphological attributes and yield formation of field-grown cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.), but little is known of its interaction with irrigation levels. Therefore, this study was...

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Moroc Launch Header 3
May 14, 2022

CGIAR F2R-CWANA & ClimBeR Initiatives to launch in Morocco

This week sees major advances for agricultural research-for-development (R4D) in Morocco with the launch of the partner-led CGIAR Climber and F2R-CWANA Initiatives, and the inauguration of the new ICARDA Morocco genebank.
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Assessment of the suitability of Triticum turgidum accessions for incorporation into a durum wheat breeding program
May 13, 2022

Assessment of the suitability of Triticum turgidum accessions for incorporation into a durum wheat breeding program

Expanding the genetic basis of modern wheat cultivars may improve yield stability and increase grain yields under climatic changes, to feed the growing human population. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the potential for...

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ICARDA Morocco Genebank Opening
May 09, 2022

SEEDS FOR LIFE: Climate proofing future food systems with the new ICARDA Morocco genebank

On May 18th, 2022, the new ICARDA Morocco Genebank officially opens in Rabat, Morocco. This state-of-the-art facility safely stores one of the world's most unique and extensive collections of wheat, barley, chickpea, faba bean, lentil, and forage genetic material.
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State of ex situ conservation of landrace groups of 25 major crops
May 09, 2022

State of ex situ conservation of landrace groups of 25 major crops

Crop landraces have unique local agroecological and societal functions and offer important genetic resources for plant breeding. Recognition of the value of landrace diversity and concern about its erosion on farms have led to sustained efforts...

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