Swedish International Agriculture Network Initiative

30/10/2026

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LAST DAY TO APPLY!

Are you passionate about sustainable food systems, international development, and research? This is your last chance to apply for the Spring 2027 Internship with the AgLaBe team and SIANI!

From January to June 2027, you’ll gain hands-on experience in stakeholder engagement, knowledge sharing, research support, and conference coordination. You’ll be part of the team organizing the Conference, in collaboration with SLU Global, and contributing to the SweDev/DevRes Conference.

- Connect with researchers, partners, and experts.
- Share knowledge and communicate research.
- Help bring important development discussions to life.

Are you studying agronomy, forestry, agroecology, or a related field, and eager to contribute to sustainable and equitable food systems?

Apply TODAY — by 23:59 Stockholm time, 1 November 2026!

Apply here: https://buff.ly/DiooSUu

29/10/2026

From communicating knowledge to connecting people: next stop on the SIANI Knowledge Series is our regional meeting in Nairobi, Kenya “One Food System – Connecting Seeds of Change” on 10 November.

Check the updated programme and speakers: https://buff.ly/PX3b44F

29/10/2026

At the first SIANI Knowledge Series webinar, “Communicating for impact: Sharing knowledge in development contexts,” Nuraiym Syrgak shared how traditional Kyrgyz poetry battles and art exhibitions have been used to engage the public in conversations about soil health.

These creative approaches show how development communication can go beyond reports and presentations, connecting important issues with culture, creativity and people’s everyday lives.

Explore the story: https://buff.ly/QgBn1m9

What creative ways have you seen used to communicate scientific knowledge?

This webinar is the first of the SIANI’s Knowledge Series. The initiative connects its expert groups, partners, and members across four distinct events to exchange insights and turn agricultural research into practical action. Next webinar is on 2 December “From Knowledge to Action: Accelerating Safe and Sustainable Agriculture”.

did you miss the webinar? https://buff.ly/V0fdo06

28/10/2026

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Applications are open for a Spring 2027 internship with the AgLaBe team and SIANI, running from January to June 2027.

This is an opportunity to put your academic interests into practice while contributing to the organization of the Agri4D Conference (in collaboration with SLU Global) and supporting the SweDev/DevRes Conference.

During the internship, you will:
- Engage with members, partners, youth groups, and experts across sectors.
- Communicate research and insights through digital and community channels.
- Support conference logistics, coordination, and programme development.
- Assist with ongoing research projects related to international development.

We welcome applicants studying , forestry, , or related fields, particularly those with experience studying or working in low- and middle-income countries and a strong interest in sustainable and equitable .

Deadline: 1 November 2026, 23:59 Stockholm time. Early applications are encouraged, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Apply here: https://buff.ly/DiooSUu

27/10/2026

NEW STORY ⎮

From Sweden’s long-standing commitment to to Kenya’s cross-sectoral policy framework, the agricultural planning of Indonesia, the work of We Effect with he Maasai Kajiado Women Cooperative and the support of Tetra Pak for dairy value chains, a common message emerges: Preventing AMR must be part of how work, from policymaking and food production to public health and environmental protection

As approaches and ministers prepare to meet in Abuja in December, these examples offer a practical starting point. Political commitments must be linked with sustained financing, stronger veterinary and public health services, effective surveillance and meaningful partnerships with farmers, communities, researchers and businesses.

The challenge is not simply to reduce , but to reduce the need for antibiotics. That is how can move from a shared ambition to more resilient food systems and lasting progress against .

Read more: https://buff.ly/paKlxWD

26/10/2026

Registration is open for Webinar 2: “From Knowledge to Action: Accelerating Safe and Sustainable Agriculture" on 2 December. The webinar will showcase how SIANI’s expert groups are working to promote and accelerate the adoption of safe and sustainable agricultural solutions for smallholder farmers through knowledge generation, research, innovation and exchange.

Save your spot: https://buff.ly/RxYCSHQ

26/10/2026

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The Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance invites researchers, policymakers, academics, practitioners, business leaders, development partners, and innovators to submit papers, policy briefs, case studies, panel proposals, and other contributions for presentation at the AfCFTA Conference 2027.

Deadline: 31 January 2027

Organisers invite researchers, policymakers, academics, practitioners, business leaders, development partners, and innovators to submit papers, policy briefs, case studies, panel proposals, and other contributions for presentation at the AfCFTA Conference 2027. Conference Details & Deadlines Dates:....

23/10/2026

At the first SIANI Knowledge Series webinar, “Communicating for impact: Sharing knowledge in development contexts,” Karen Hampson from Farm Radio International how interactive radio can bring trusted information to farming communities in remote areas.

By making communication accessible and creating opportunities for interaction, radio can help connect farmers with relevant knowledge and support the exchange of ideas.

Her contribution highlighted an important lesson: effective communication starts with understanding how people access information and choosing channels that work for them.

What role does radio play in sharing knowledge in your context?

This webinar is the first of the SIANI’s Knowledge Series. The initiative connects its expert groups, partners, and members across four distinct events to exchange insights and turn agricultural research into practical action. Next webinar is on 2 December “From Knowledge to Action: Accelerating Safe and Sustainable Agriculture”.

did you miss the webinar? https://buff.ly/V0fdo06

23/10/2026

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The AgLaBe team and SIANI are looking for an intern for Spring 2027 (January–June) to support exciting work at the intersection of sustainable and international development.

As an intern, you will contribute to organizing the Agri4D Conference, in collaboration with SLU Global, and support the SweDev/DevRes Conference. You will also gain practical experience in communication, networking, conference planning, and development-related research.

Are you studying agronomy, forestry, agroecology, or a related field? Are you motivated to contribute to sustainable and equitable food systems? Do you enjoy working with people from different backgrounds in an international environment?

Apply here: https://buff.ly/DiooSUu

🗓️ Application deadline: 1 November 2026, at 23:59 Stockholm time. Since applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, early applications are encouraged.

22/10/2026

What did we learn from Webinar "Communicating for impact:Sharing knowledge in development contexts"? From radio to art to advocacy, speakers showed that communication is a powerful & often under-resourced tool for change in the system.

📺 https://buff.ly/B0o9Xzv

SIANI’s Knowledge Series brings expert groups, partners, and commun...