Kansas State University (K-State) has initiated a groundbreaking project, the Global Collaboration for Sorghum and Millet, aimed at addressing global challenges related to the cultivation of these vital crops. The project was officially launched by Ernie Minton, the Eldon Gideon Dean of K-State’s College of Agriculture, during the Global Sorghum Conference in Montpelier, France.
The collaboration marks K-State's long-term commitment to enhancing the resilience and sustainability of sorghum and millet in the face of climate change. With their leading position as the top sorghum producer in the United States and home to the renowned Center for Sorghum Improvement, K-State is well-suited to spearhead this global effort.
By fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among scientists, the university aims to overcome the challenges faced by these crops. The Global Collaboration on Sorghum and Millet expands on the previous work conducted by the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Collaborative Research on Sorghum and Millet, hosted by K-State from 2013 to 2022.
Through research, engagement, and leadership, the collaboration seeks to promote sustainable development, climate adaptation, and the growth of sorghum and millet value chains. By leveraging a global research network and facilitating the delivery of appropriate technologies, the project aims to support farmers and address pressing issues such as diseases and climate-related challenges.
Led by Timothy Dalton and Nat Bascom, who previously headed the SMIL initiative, the Global Collaboration for Sorghum and Millet underscores K-State's continued dedication to advancing these crucial crops in the context of a changing world. For more information, visit GlobalSorghumandMillet.com.
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