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IICA: Increase in prices of agricultural products is temporary
IICA report calms fears that the hike in the prices of corn, soybeans, and wheat will cause a food crisis in Latin America and the Caribbean similar to the one that occurred in 2007-2008.
Experts present research aimed at adapting maize and bean production to climate change
In Central America, IICA, SICTA, CIAT, and several agricultural innovation institutes are conducting studies aimed at increasing the productivity of these staple crops, and their resistance higher temperatures, drought, and changes in rainfall patterns.
Bioinformatics and nanobiotechnology could revolutionize current agricultural research
The use of cutting-edge technologies in agriculture requires a modern regulatory framework, according to specialists at an IICA technical forum.
IICA prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary
Participating in the ceremony will be the President of Costa Rica, Laura Chinchilla, and the Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme, Ertharin Cousin.
G20 Agriculture Scientists tackle food security
The Tropical Agricultural Platform is under way, and is expected to facilitate capacity development and knowledge sharing on agricultural innovation in the tropics.
IICA strengthens its partnership with the World Food Programme
Agreement between both organizations was signed during a ceremony to mark the Institute’s 70th Anniversary, at which the Executive Director of the WFP was the main speaker.