Fundación Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT)

The Fundación Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT) is a research organization dedicated to improving tropical agriculture. Located in Colombia, it focuses on developing sustainable farming methods, enhancing crop yields, and conserving biodiversity to help smallholder farmers and food security in tropical regions. CIAT conducts scientific studies on crops like beans, rice, and cassava, and promotes environmentally friendly practices that sustain both people and ecosystems. Its work supports creating resilient agricultural systems that can adapt to climate change while increasing productivity and reducing poverty among rural communities.