CABI PlantwisePlus

Today’s youth know that championing safe and sustainable agriculture is key to food security.🌱👨🏾🌾 CABI's PlantwisePlus program trains young service providers to teach farmers safe methods against crop pests and diseases. https://ow.ly/rgRz50RTUy6

🌍𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗼-𝗶𝗻𝗽𝘂𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗹 🌱 We recently held two key workshops in Nepal to explore potential collaborations aimed at improving agro-input dealer training and scaling up augmentative biocontrol solutions. 👩🌾𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗼-𝗜𝗻𝗽𝘂𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 This workshop was held to assess the training needs of agro-input dealers on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and augmentative biocontrol. We learned that the current 6-day training relies on PowerPoint presentations, but participants were keen to explore blended learning approaches to improve engagement, knowledge retention and outcomes. 🐝𝗔𝘂𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 During the workshop, we explored opportunities for scaling up augmentative biocontrol in Nepal. A key focus was the potential of Trichoderma, a biocontrol agent, to address major crop and pest challenges. Participants, including representatives from government bodies, research institutions, biocontrol producers, and local agricultural producers, highlighted the need for expanded biocontrol solutions to support sustainable agricultural practices and enhance pest management. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 Our workshops in Nepal highlighted the urgent need to scale up sustainable pest management solutions, which is a priority for the Nepal government. We’re excited to continue working with stakeholders to improve agro-input training and expand biocontrol solutions in the country to support safer, more sustainable agriculture.

Farms managed by women often show lower productivity compared to those managed by men. Due to their limited access to resources and advisory services. Bridging this gap will boost agricultural outputs and empower women economically. 🌽💰 Discover how we're driving positive change! 👇https://ow.ly/wtok50R94ZU

Unlocking the potential of digital tools in agriculture! 💻 From tackling climate change to empowering women and youth, digital innovation is reshaping agriculture for the better. Learn more about the digital initiatives! 👇 https://ow.ly/WXh850RacbU

We’ve reached an important milestone in collaboration with the government of Uganda. By handing over a toolkit on lower-risk plant protection products to the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, we’re enhancing efforts to train agro-dealers in safer pest control. This step reduces health and environmental risks while promoting sustainable agriculture and empowering those who guide farmers in choosing better solutions. Read more➡️https://ow.ly/J9mS50UuRhK

PlantwisePlus and Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture have launched a toolkit to train agro-dealers on safer, lower-risk pest control products. 🌿🧑🌾 This supports sustainable farming, protects farmers, and promotes food safety. https://ow.ly/L3rJ50Utax5

Women make up 43% of the agricultural workforce in low- and middle-income countries, yet gender inequalities often limit their responsibilities and potential. This is why gender is a significant component of the PlantwisePlus programme. The new CABI Academy Gender-Inclusive Strategies for Improving Agricultural Productivity course is designed for agricultural extension workers and other farmer advisors. Learners will cover: ✔ Gender in agriculture ✔ Identifying community needs ✔ Responding to needs 📢 Find our more about CABI Academy and how are courses are helping to improve the advice available to farmers: https://ow.ly/Y06a50UqAsA

We recently hosted a workshop with @M S Swaminathan Research Foundation to raise awareness about managing South Asian Black Thrips in chilli crops using digital tools and innovative methods. 🌱 Read more: https://ow.ly/QVA750Us0zx

New Free Course Alert! Discover strategies for delivering gender-inclusive agricultural advisory services and identifying the support needed to tackle inequalities: Gender-Inclusive Strategies for Improving Agricultural Productivity. 📚 What you’ll cover: 🟢Basic gender concepts and the relationship between gender and agriculture 🟢Practical tools to analyse gender-related issues in your community and identify what support is needed to address inequalities 🟢Prioritising farmer needs, using inclusive approaches and extension delivery services to overcome gender-related barriers 💡 Designed for: Agricultural extension workers Agro-input dealers Farmers Agricultural students 👉 Enrol today: https://ow.ly/eIxT50UoXv5

In South Sudan, climate change is worsening crop pest problems, like the fall armyworm and papaya mealybug, leading to food insecurity. 🐛 87% of the country is affected, with 86% of rural households relying on farming. Learn more 👇 https://ow.ly/uqOu50UrA9r