- 685 climate smart & resilient varieties released, 60% commercialized
- Several old varieties have been replaced and contributing to observed yield increases 1.5t/ha to over 3
Breeding
AGRA’s work on breeding entails identifying the research teams, closely supporting their breeding strategy aligned with best practices, resources & germplasm, establishing grant support, and thereafter breeding oversight. The program also supports commercialization by linking breeders to seed companies.