Crop Trust

Have you ever wondered what happens to seeds in #genebanks? From the field to the frozen safety of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault or in the hands of a plant breeder - our infographic by the Seeds for Resilience Project follows the whole journey! More about the project 🔗 https://buff.ly/DIPxkuF

Jackfruit is a widely recognized crop across Asia, tropical Africa and the Caribbean. It offers valuable benefits to farmers and consumers, yet it remains underutilized. The fruit size, complex processing and limited market infrastructure pose challenges. But with its impressive nutritional value and deep cultural roots, jackfruit stands out as a #OpportunityCrop ready for broader recognition. Read more 🔗 https://buff.ly/N3vWJAf #BOLDProject #Jackfruit

What are the benefits of #CropDiversity for sustainable farming? 🌱 Enhanced Soil Health 🍠 Increased Yields 🐞 Pest and Disease Control ☀️ Environmental Benefits 💰 Economic Stability Read more in the Modern Farmer 🔗 https://buff.ly/wUDDnfl

Barley is the world’s fourth most produced crop after maize, rice and wheat. Known as the "last crop before the desert," it thrives in harsh conditions where few others can. With the help of ancient genes and support from the Crop Trust's #BOLDProject, plant breeders are creating new, stronger #barley varieties to help farmers adapt and grow in drylands 🔗 https://buff.ly/ruHSY60

Climate change is threatening not only agriculture in the Philippines – but the very facility responsible for safeguarding its crop diversity. The National Plant Genetic Resources Laboratory (NPGRL), home to the country’s national genebank, has faced typhoons, flooding, and ageing infrastructure. With support from the Emergency Reserve for Genebanks, delivered by the Crop Trust in partnership with the International Plant Treaty, critical upgrades are now underway to protect the collections that underpin food security and climate resilience. Read the full story: https://buff.ly/LU1ujvf #Genebanks #CropDiversity #ClimateResilience #InternationalPlantTreaty #FoodSecurity #Philippines

The Crop Trust is engaging a consultant to deliver training on the risks, opportunities, and best practices in using AI tools for international organizations. We welcome proposals from specialists in digital governance, responsible AI, and related fields. Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/IovBJ5v #AI #ResponsibleAI #AITraining

The Crop Trust is seeking a content creator with experience documenting food systems research and development projects. This consultancy will support our communications around opportunity crops and their role in global food security. Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/speoii0 #Communications #FoodSystems #ContentCreation

#DYK these 5️⃣ facts about date palms? 🌴 Date palms have been cultivated for around 11,000 years. ☀️ They thrive in extreme heat and can withstand short frosts. 🐪 Date palms support desert ecosystems by providing food and shelter. 🍯 Dates are a highly nutritious staple food, easy to transport and store. 🌍 The date palm is deeply embedded in the cultural and religious traditions of many Middle Eastern and North African societies, symbolizing life and prosperity

The Crop Trust is hiring a consultant to support national stakeholder consultations and the selection of opportunity crops in multiple countries. The work will inform future investments in the conservation and use of crop diversity. Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/iFh8GTo #FoodSecurity #CropDiversity #Consultancy

The Crop Trust is seeking a consultant to support the design and analysis of a staff satisfaction survey. This work will contribute to a more inclusive, supportive, and effective organizational culture. Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/qEHZ5pj #consulting #WorkplaceCulture #OrganizationalDevelopment