From March 11 to 19, 2025, FONTAGRO successfully carried out a virtual training course on “Research Project Preparation.” The course strengthened the skills of 25 researchers in developing effective research […]
In a recent FONTAGRO webinar that brought together experts in agroecology and sustainability, participants discussed the vast opportunities the soil microbiome offers to improve fertilizer effectiveness and promote sustainable agricultural […]
Today, there are robust conceptual frameworks and mature new technologies for the optimized management of water resources in agriculture. In this context, one of the most notable scientific and technological […]
The microbial biodiversity of the soil, or microbiome, plays a key role in plant growth and health, thanks to the unique metabolic capacities that microorganisms provide. They contribute to improving […]
On March 6, FONTAGRO held a webinar focused on recognizing the significance of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Program, an initiative launched by FAO in 2002. This program […]
Since 2009, FONTAGRO and the Government of New Zealand, as part of its contribution to the Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gases (GRA), have established a key partnership to […]
The Global Agricultural Heritage Systems (SIPAM) Program, launched by FAO in 2002, recognizes traditional agricultural systems as dynamic socio-ecological systems of terrestrial and marine landscapes that integrate ecological, social, and […]
FONTAGRO recognizes the importance of supporting projects that contribute to advancing sustainable agricultural practices and improving food security in the region. In this context, the “Climate-Resilient Potatoes – Andespapa” project, […]
In a context where food security is crucial for rural communities in Latin America, the project “Improving the yield of potatoes and other Andean tubers – Root to Food”, funded […]
On February 14, FONTAGRO hosted a webinar titled “AI for everyday use in scientific research,” bringing together a broad audience interested in exploring the applications of artificial intelligence in research. […]