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Doctoral and Postdoctoral Positions in Sustainable Food Systems (CRC "FoodDiverse")

University of Bonn Qualifications: Master’s degree (doctoral positions) or PhD (postdoctoral positions) in fields relevant to sustainable food systems, including agronomy, agricultural…

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SDC highlights water security as a key development and peace challenge in Africa

On the occasion of Africa Day 2026, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) emphasized the growing importance of water access, sanitation and water governance for human development,…

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Enabling pastoralist management of rangelands to achieve Land Degradation Neutrality

This review highlights the global importance of rangelands, which cover 54% of the terrestrial area and support pastoralist livelihoods, while facing growing threats from degradation and land…

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Sustainability governance diversifies: unpacking private-sector governance strategies in coffee and cocoa value chains

This article examines how sustainability governance in coffee and cocoa value chains is diversifying beyond certification. Based on survey data from 112 organizations in Switzerland and Peru, the…

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Agroecological livestock and dairy cooperation strengthen Maasai livelihoods in Tanzania

A Biovision-supported initiative in the Morogoro region of Tanzania is helping Maasai communities strengthen climate resilience and rural livelihoods through sustainable livestock management,…

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Multispecies forage grasslands can increase yields with lower nitrogen inputs

This study shows that diverse forage grassland mixtures can outperform conventional high-input systems while requiring less nitrogen fertilizer. Based on a 26-site international experiment, the…

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Impact and Valorisation Officer – RITA Agricultural Innovation and Transfer Networks

CIRAD Qualifications: Master’s degree or engineering degree in agriculture, agronomy or social sciences. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and synthesis skills, with experience in…

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FiBL supports agroecology policy dialogue in Sub-Saharan Africa

FiBL is supporting the planning of an Agroecology Partnerships Policy Dialogue for Sub-Saharan Africa under the EU’s DeSIRA Lift+ initiative, together with FARA, RUFORUM and Biovision Africa Trust.…

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Research Analyst I

International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, international development or a related field with 2 years of relevant…

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Doctoral Researcher in Food Processing for Planetary and Human Health

ETH Zurich Qualifications: Master’s degree in food technology, food engineering, food science, bioengineering, biotechnology or a related field. Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge of…