Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) is a formal consortium comprised of international agricultural research organizations, national agricultural research institutions, and international and regional development agencies. The CGIAR was established in 1971 with the objective of addressing important global agricultural challenges related to food security, poverty alleviation, and environmental sustainability through collaborative research efforts.
The CGIAR brings together various stakeholders, including scientists, policymakers, government entities, and non-governmental organizations, to foster knowledge-sharing, innovation, and capacity building in the field of agricultural research. The group operates as a platform for coordination, partnership, and collaboration among its member organizations, facilitating the exchange of resources, expertise, and funding.
The CGIAR focuses on promoting research that advances sustainable and equitable agricultural practices, aiming to develop viable solutions to pressing issues such as climate change, water scarcity, pests and diseases, and declining soil fertility. Its research activities encompass various disciplines, including agronomy, genetics, animal and plant sciences, economics, and policy analysis.
Through its global network of research centers and partnerships, the CGIAR strives to generate knowledge, technologies, and best practices that can be transferred and adapted to diverse agroecosystems and socio-economic contexts worldwide. The outcomes of its research efforts contribute to enhancing the productivity, resilience, and sustainability of agricultural systems, improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, and ensuring food security for present and future generations.
