Grow Further

05/23/2026

Smarter breeding means stronger harvests

New AI tools are helping researchers identify wheat varieties with higher yield potential faster, accelerating the science that can help feed more people in a changing climate.

At Grow Further, we support research in Ethiopia that is already helping farmers grow wheat during the off-season, increasing harvests by up to 3x and creating new opportunities for families and communities.

That’s the power of agricultural research: turning innovation into more food on the table.

Help us feed more communities growfurther.org/donate

Learn about AI Wheat - https://www.newfoodmagazine.com/news/genomic-ai-framework-breakthrough-boosts-wheat-yield-prediction-accuracy-by-82-percent/2135449.article

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

3X MORE WHEAT! AKA Wheat beating the odds!

Our Ethiopia Off-Season Wheat project is helping farmers grow wheat during the dry season with yields reaching up to 3x more in some fields.

That means more food, stronger livelihoods, and practical solutions shaped by the people closest to the challenge.

Thank you to our team of researchers Madda Walabu University for showing that irrigated, off-season wheat and potato production can help farmers harvest more food, use water efficiently, and strengthen climate resilience.

See how rethinking the wheat calendar is reaping rewards: https://www.growfurther.org/ethiopia/

05/18/2026

The crops that could help feed the future are often the ones receiving the least attention.

New investments from Crop Trust are helping expand opportunity crops like finger millet, bambara groundnut, and others that are nutritious, climate-resilient, and well suited to challenging growing conditions.

At Grow Further, we’re proud to support research that helps these crops reach their potential, strengthening harvests, nutrition, and resilience for farming communities.

See how our agricultural research is helping communities grow stronger futures: growfurther.org

Read more about Crop Trust: https://www.croptrust.org/news-events/news/power-of-diversity-grants/

05/10/2026

Change in agriculture doesn’t happen overnight It grows field by field🌱, farmer by farmer 👩‍🌾🌾

This powerful story from 🇿🇲Zambia shows how farmer-led learning and climate-smart farming practices can spread through communities helping families grow more food improve soil health and build resilience against climate change

At Grow Further, this is exactly why we support practical, science-backed farming innovations 🔬shaped by farmers themselves. When farmers have access to tools and knowledge that work locally entire communities benefit

👉 Read the article: https://www.cimmyt.org/blogs/from-one-field-to-many-how-farmer-led-learning-drives-agricultural-scaling/

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05/08/2026

Watch this Smart farm story from Kenya on the disease-resistant potato variety scientists have developed to boost yields.

Kenya’s potato farmers have long battled low yields, pests, and rising production costs. But a new frontier in agricultural research could soon change that.

Scientists are now developing Shangi Kinga, a blight-resistant potato aimed at addressing one of the crop’s biggest threats.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvcixZBAcbg

Want to see other smart-farm innovations? Read here: https://www.growfurther.org/zimbabwe/

05/07/2026

Overlooked Ideas with Big Food Security Impact - New from Grow Further

- A climate-resilient crop gaining attention in Ghana
Researchers are making progress toward developing the first commercial variety of Bambara groundnut, a nutritious crop mainly grown by women farmers.

- The quiet importance of seed banks
Community seed banks help preserve crop diversity, protect traditional seeds, and give farmers more options as climates change.

Plus: updates on climate-smart farming, global hunger, and agricultural innovation from around the world.

Dig in for the full story - https://ow.ly/qYIE50YWarO

04/30/2026

Can you guess how AI could make rice healthier in India?

It’s not what you might think.

In this clip, Dr. Peter Kelly talks about a project we’re excited about right now using AI to develop rice that’s better for both people and farmers in India.

Take a look. There’s more to it than meets the grain.

04/26/2026

Real change starts at the farm level.

Farmers like Catherine are using new tools to spot crop diseases early, take action faster, and reduce unnecessary pesticide use, protecting both their harvests and their livelihoods.

This is the kind of practical, farmer-led innovation we support at Grow Further: solutions that reduce crop loss, strengthen incomes, and help keep food on the table for entire communities.

Support solutions like this.
Donate today to help give farmers the tools to thrive: https://www.growfurther.org/donate/

04/23/2026

New from Grow Further - Here’s what we’re exploring:

Scaling impact in Tanzania
Our first Phase II grant expands an AI-powered app helping farmers detect crop disease early. It's already reaching tens of thousands, with plans to grow much further.

Nutrition, health & agriculture
Highlights from our recent webinar “The Ageless Harvest” on nutrition and eating for longevity.

Food security in the headlines
From global supply risks to innovation in irrigation and gender equity in agriculture.

Dive into the full issue here: https://ow.ly/Ej5550YO1nm

04/22/2026

This Earth Day, the theme “Our Power, Our Planet” is a reminder that real change comes from the choices we make, and the solutions we choose to support.

At Grow Further, we invest in farmer-led innovations that protect biodiversity and strengthen sustainable food systems. From climate-smart crops to AI tools that reduce crop loss, these projects help farmers grow more resilient food while reducing pressure on land, water, and ecosystems.

By supporting sustainable agriculture, we can protect the planet’s biodiversity and build a healthier, more resilient future for both people and nature.
Learn more: growfurther.org