

Life is never easy for Africa’s smallholder farmers, even in normal years. And in times of crisis… But partnerships can conquer even the most formidable challenges. Consider the recent work in three countries, involving research institutes, NGOs, governments and local communities – specifically, ICRISAT, the UK’s Overseas Development Institute (ODI), CARE International, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), the Government of Mozambique and small-scale seed producers and traders.