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Horticulture professor and international consultant.

[FARA Africa @FARAinfo]

The first-ever #AUSO Newsletter is here!

Explore project milestones, partnerships, capacity-building initiatives, upcoming events & how AUSO is strengthening Africa's soil information systems

Read. Share. Subscribe. 🔗 https://t.co/liYrsxGtxC

#SoilHealth #MissionSoil

[International Potato Center @Cipotato]

Five new potato 🥔 varieties have been officially released in Mozambique!

Developed by IIAM and CIP, they offer higher yields, improved disease resistance, and stronger seed security helping reduce dependence on imported seed potatoes.

👉🏽 https://t.co/WPIPvs0y3B

🔸 @CGIAR

[World Bank Group AgriFood @WBG_AgriFood]

It’s a great paradox that the sector that relies the most on biodiversity, agriculture, is also the greatest threat to the world’s most fragile ecosystems.

Get our report to know how we can change this: https://t.co/GCrnkVAqBC

[The Crop Trust @CropTrust]

We are looking for experienced consultants in science and program areas who can provide flexible, on-demand support across a range of assignments contributing to research, project implementation, monitoring and knowledge sharing.

Apply now: https://t.co/eZLBNtVFIn

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

Planting a tree is only the first step. How you plant it matters.

This guide covers site preparation, seedling handling, watering, spacing, and more to help improve tree survival and support successful restoration.

Download:🔗 https://t.co/i5h3gb5Uu7

#QTSeed #LandscapeAlliance

[International Fund for Agricultural Development @IFAD]

Last week, IFAD joined the Government of #Angola, the @WorldBankGroup and development partners in launching the Angola AgriConnect Compact, an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming the country's agri-food systems, creating jobs and improving the livelihoods of rural communities.

The initiative focuses on developing agricultural ecosystems through stronger farmer organizations, improved market linkages, enhanced access to finance and digital solutions and greater private sector participation across food systems.

In Angola, the Compact will support agricultural development in the Lobito and Malanje Corridors, leveraging partnerships across government, development institutions, the private sector and farmer organizations to unlock the country's agricultural potential and accelerate inclusive rural development.

“AgriConnect presents a unique opportunity to transform rural livelihoods by connecting smallholder farmers to markets, finance, technology and productive infrastructure," said Custodio Macavele, IFAD Country Director for Angola.

Read more at https://t.co/eW3Jp1XtZN

@WBG_AgriFood | #FinancingTheFirstMile | #WBGAgriConnect

[The Crop Trust @CropTrust]

We are #hiring a Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Associate to support fundraising, donor engagement and partnership development that help conserve crop diversity and strengthen global food systems.

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/qfREScfghd

[Agristok @agristok]

📌PhD Research Assistant Position in Molecular Physiology of Photosynthesis🌱 at LMU Munich, Germany 🇩🇪, See details at: https://t.co/yhb5o0TKdH

[ISTA - International Seed Testing Association @ISTAseedtesting]

🌱 Can a simple seed treatment help crops fight pests more naturally?

Researchers from @CBGP_Madrid & the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology found that priming seeds with methyl jasmonate, a natural plant defense signal, increased resistance to spider mites and cabbage white caterpillars in both Arabidopsis and Brassica rapa without compromising plant growth.

@ISTAseedtesting learns more: https://t.co/aUF4fiIF7s

#seedquality #seedtesting

[The Graduate School Hub @Grad_School_Hub]

"Sweden Research Grant 2026 | SEK 2 Million Funding to Recruit International Researchers to Swedish Universities https://t.co/8dfXrhDQ1H

Sweden has launched a major research funding opportunity for 2026, providing up to SEK 2 million to support the recruitment of international researchers at Swedish universities and research institutions.

• Funding of up to SEK 2 million available

• Open to international researchers worldwide

• Opportunity to conduct research at Swedish universities

• Support for international mobility and academic collaboration

• Strengthen research excellence and global partnerships

The grant may cover:

✅ International relocation expenses

✅ Housing and accommodation costs

✅ Travel between Sweden and the researcher's home country

✅ Research-related expenses

✅ Family relocation support where applicable

This initiative aims to attract talented researchers from around the world and strengthen Sweden's position as a global leader in research, innovation, and higher education.

Researchers across a wide range of academic disciplines are encouraged to explore this opportunity and collaborate with leading Swedish institutions.

Apply early as international research funding opportunities attract strong global competition."
#Sweden #ResearchGrant #ResearchFunding #StudyInSweden #AcademicJobs #InternationalResearchers #HigherEducation #ResearchCareers #Scholarships

[Euroseeds @EuroseedsEU]

Curious & healthy:🍴

Spinach, originally from Persia, 🥬(Spinacia oleracea) 🥬is considered very healthy as it’s loaded with nutrients & antioxidants.

It may benefit eye health, help prevent cancer & reduce blood pressure levels.🥬🥬🍴

#PlantBreeding #GrowingTheFuture

[IUCN Red List @IUCNRedList]

The IUCN Red List is a critical indicator of the health of the world’s #biodiversity and a powerful tool to help implement the Global Biodiversity Framework.

https://t.co/m5NjTDxc5u #KMGBF

[FAO Forestry @FAOForestry]

How well do you know the world’s forests? 🌍🌳

Take the new quiz on FAO’s eLearning Academy and earn your #FRA2025 certification by mastering the terminology and insights behind the Global Forest Resources Assessment!

👉 https://t.co/K1l7WcpdJ0

[IITA @IITA_CGIAR]

A strong seed system is a critical part of unlocking opportunities in the soybean value chain. 

Quality seed production, distribution, and marketing create business opportunities for seed producers, agro-dealers, and entrepreneurs while ensuring farmers have access to improved soybean varieties that boost productivity and profitability. 

Read more: https://t.co/A4fhR5JtRp

#WithScienceWeCan #IITAResearch #FoodSecurity #IITAMandateCrops #IITASoybeanMonth

[International Potato Center @Cipotato]

Wild potato 🥔 relatives contain valuable traits for disease resistance, helping breeders develop potatoes that can thrive with fewer inputs.

Conserving biodiversity today helps strengthen food systems for tomorrow 🌍.

👉🏽 https://t.co/ca3AqK9AUj

🔸 @CropTrust

#BoldProject

[Agristok @agristok]

187 Fully Funded PhD Positions at the University of Pavia, Italy [open to international applicants] https://t.co/g6cHbxUMpq via @agristok

[FAO Forestry @FAOForestry]

📢 Become a @FAO Reference Centre for Forestry!

We are seeking institutions for transformative partnerships that will strengthen science-based forest management and support countries in addressing global challenges.

Apply by 31 July 👉 https://t.co/p2a0Ht22t3

[FAO Plants @FAOPlants]

Pomegranates are nutrient-dense fruits, famous for their rich antioxidant profiles. Their edible seeds provide high amounts of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium.

Discover the best time to harvest and sow this exceptional fruit: https://t.co/4CpA55gBU2

[World Bank Group AgriFood @WBG_AgriFood]

Half of the world’s food is grown in areas where nitrogen fertilizer is causing more harm than good. If you work on agriculture, food systems, environment, watch the conversation and read the blog:
https://t.co/ESk9Qwc3lv

#RebootDevelopment

[Botanic Gardens Conservation International @bgci]

One of the biggest challenges is accessible, standardised data for #CITES NDFs and #IUCN #RedList assessments.

This protocol provides a framework for identifying and addressing data gaps, while incorporating expert knowledge and field methods. https://t.co/tPzPfD9ji6?