CGIAR Open Access Data: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Access climate-smart crop varieties and global agricultural research to help protect your crops from extreme weather.
This initiative provides free access to global agricultural research and data to help people improve farming practices and modernize their operations.
Who it's for
This resource is specifically designed for farmers and agricultural researchers. It serves as a hub for agricultural practitioners worldwide who are looking for global knowledge, climate-resilient techniques, and support systems to improve their farming outcomes.
What you get
Users can access a wide range of climate-smart crop varieties and specialized research. The data is intended to help you find tools and techniques to protect your crops from extreme weather. By using these resources, you can find information on climate-resilient methods and global resources that help modernize farm management and protect yields.
What it costs you
Accessing this information is free. There are no fees to download the data or view the research provided through the hub. The only requirement is that you must have an internet connection to access the digital files and download the necessary documents to your device.
The catch to know
Because much of this information is based on high-level scientific research, many of the papers can be quite dense and difficult for non-experts to navigate. To avoid getting lost in technical jargon, you should specifically look for "farmer briefs." These are simplified versions of the research designed to be more practical and easier to understand for everyday use.
How to apply
- Navigate to the official portal to browse the available resources.
- Search for specific topics, such as climate-resilient techniques or specific crop varieties.
- Identify the type of information you need, whether it is a full scientific paper or a simplified brief.
- Download the information to your device for offline use in the field.