📢 We are pleased to share with you the report from the recent launch of the Qinisa Initiative. The event marked an important step forward in our collective efforts to address key challenges in the agricultural sector, and we are grateful for the active participation and support of all stakeholders.
The report provides a comprehensive overview of the launch event, including key highlights, discussions, and outcomes. It also outlines the next steps and potential areas for collaboration that were identified during the proceedings.
You can access the full report HERE.
We look forward to continuing our work together to drive innovation, collaboration, and sustainable practices through the Qinisa Initiative. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of the report further. 🌱🐄🌍
For further information on the Launch of the “Qinisa Initiative”: Strengthening agricultural greenhouse gas research in Southern Africa, see our library page.
Embrapa, in collaboration with national and international partners, is holding the International Workshop on Food Loss and Waste Prevention on October 22 and 23 at the company’s headquarters in Brasília (DF), focusing on Latin America and the Caribbean. The meeting was last held in Latin America in 2018, when Buenos Aires hosted the G20 Chief Agricultural Scientists Meeting (MACS-G20).
To read the full article click HERE.
This is in Portuguese with an option to translate to English.
The 2024 GRA Council Meeting (online) was held on the 11th of September. The final meeting report, documents, and selected slide presentations are now available to downloaded HERE.
New newsletter is out now!
The 2025 Rice Technical Working Group (RTWG) meeting is scheduled for February 17 – 20, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The meeting is being hosted by the LSU AgCenter and the H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station.
Although still in the preliminary stages, we are confident that we are planning an eagerly anticipated meeting. In addition to the traditional presentations and posters showcasing rice research, we are planning several symposiums to address issues impacting the rice industry. One of those symposiums will be an educational workshop specifically targeted to consultants and rice industry personnel. Topics planned for that workshop are 1) Factors Influencing Milling Quality, 2) Fungicide Combinations and Timing, and 3) New Herbicide Technology. Other symposiums planned will address Invasive Species and Influences of Consumer Demand for Rice. The symposiums will take place on the afternoon of Monday, February 17th while the research presentations and display of research posters will take place starting on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 18th through Wednesday, February 19th.
Some dates of interest for the 2025 RTWG meeting:
· October 18, 2024 – Deadline for submission of interpretative summary for presented papers and posters
· December 6, 2024 – Deadline for submission of award nomination packets
· December 13, 2024 – Deadline for submission abstracts of accepted presented papers and posters
· January 17, 2025 – Deadline for registering for the conference without a late fee
· January 17, 2025 – Deadline for hotel reservations under conference room block
For more information about the meeting, please visit https://RTWG.org
We hope that you will join us in New Orleans in February. Please pass this information onto colleagues that you feel may be interested.
RiceMoRe, an innovative digital rice activity monitoring and reporting system, was officially launched with representatives from DTS, DCP, IRRI, and the New Zealand government, who were instrumental to the system’s development.
Click HERE to read more.
Notice for the selection of pre-doctoral research staff in training associated with knowledge generation projects (FPI) for the use of biochar in Agroforestry.
The University of Santiago de Compostela, is calling for the selection and evaluation process of pre-doctoral research staff in training associated with the knowledge generation project within the framework of the state program to promote scientific-technical research and its transfer, from the state plan for scientific, technical and innovation research 2021-2023
Interested persons can submit their applications through the USC electronic headquarters.
https://sede.usc.es/sede/publica/taboleiro/anuncio/129013/carga.htm
Location: Guelph, ON, Canada
The Centre for Nutrition Modelling (CNM) within the Animal Biosciences Department at the University of Guelph (Guelph, ON), in partnership with the Animal Nutrition and Environment Modeling Laboratory (ANEMAL) lab at UC Davis, seeks PDF applicants for the project entitled:
‘Modelling the impact of feeding strategies and genetics using a life cycle assessment approach’.
For more information see the attachment below.
Closing Date: Sunday, 10th November 2024
Location: Palmerston North, New Zealand
This position is fixed term in nature until June 2026.
The NZAGRC aims to discover, develop, and make available practical and cost-effective technologies and practices for New Zealand farmers and growers to reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions. We are a core component of the Centre for Climate Action on Agricultural Emissions and a key part of the New Zealand Government’s approach to reducing agricultural emissions. In delivering our vision and objectives we work with research organisations, government, Māori, the agri-industry, and farmers.
We shape, fund and facilitate research that is undertaken collaboratively and responds to Aotearoa New Zealand’s unique farm systems and environments. We also invest in and manage overseas projects within New Zealand’s aid and global partnerships as part of New Zealand’s commitment to the Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gases.
We are looking for an original and critical thinker who can help fuse ideas from different disciplines and perspectives to develop a diverse and impactful portfolio of investments. You will have demonstrated the ability to build trusted relationships with key stakeholders and work with them to help ensure that the contracted science programmes are delivering to expectations.
For more information, see the following links:
Senior Science Advisor – NZAGRC Job Details | AgResearch Limited
Senior Research Scientist Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies – Oct 2024 | SEEK
Read more about the highly anticipated Qinisa Initiative, launched on the 27th of August 2024, at the Sheraton Hotel, Pretoria, South Africa.
Click HERE.
Paul Mwangi, PhD student from Kenya, is pioneering research in the field of livestock greenhouse gas emissions. With a solid foundation in veterinary medicine and animal nutrition, Paul is investigating how animal health, specifically gastrointestinal worms, influences enteric methane emissions from sheep—a critical issue for East Africa’s agricultural systems.
Currently, Paul is on a CLIFF-GRADS scholarship, a prestigious program that supports early-career PhD students from developing countries in conducting hands-on research aimed at addressing climate change. During his research stay at Massey University in New Zealand, Paul will collaborate with Dr. Neha Jha on a cutting-edge project to explore how pasture soils can reduce nitrous oxide emissions. This work has the potential to revolutionize livestock farming practices, making them more environmentally sustainable.
The CLIFF-GRADS program, a joint initiative between the Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gases (GRA) and CGIAR’s Climate Change, Agriculture, and Food Security (CCAFS) program, plays a vital role in equipping young scientists like Paul to conduct innovative research for climate-resilient food systems.
Reflecting on his meeting with Paul, Ackim Mwape, GRA Africa Program Lead, remarked, “Paul’s work exemplifies the power of global collaboration in tackling agricultural sustainability challenges. As his research progresses, I look forward to seeing how his findings contribute to both the scientific community and practical solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture.”
It’s exciting to witness Paul’s journey unfold, and we are eager to see how his research will shape future efforts in mitigating the climate impacts of agriculture.
Extended to 27 September 2024!
Dear Experts, Dear Colleagues,
The public review of the new FAO LEAP Guidelines on Ecosystem Services Assessment in Livestock Agroecosystems and The Role of Livestock in Circular Bioeconomy Systems has been extended to 27 September 2024!
We would like to ask for your expertise and support for these two key FAO publications.
Ecosystem Services Assessment in Livestock Agroecosystems
The guidelines aim to establish a robust framework for assessing ecosystem services within livestock agroecosystems. They provide stakeholders with clear methodologies for evaluating the benefits and trade-offs of these systems, utilizing biophysical, sociocultural, economic, and modelling approaches.
The Role of Livestock in Circular Bioeconomy Systems
The guidelines aim to provide a comprehensive framework for enhancing circularity within the livestock sector. The document outlines the synergies, trade-offs, and potential interactions of livestock systems within a circular bioeconomy, emphasizing the role of livestock in fostering sustainable practices.
The FAO LEAP Partnership thanks you for your ongoing support and contributions.
We invite you to join us in applying the FAO LEAP Guidelines globally!