This document discusses integrating gender research into agricultural and environmental projects. It describes the goals of the Gender, Agriculture, Energy and Environment Initiative (GAEEI) which aims to support gender-sensitive research, training, and networking. The Gender Research Integration Training (GRIT) program, supported by CGIAR and implemented by Penn State University, enhances skills in gender research methodology. Examples are provided of ICRAF's gender strategy and interdisciplinary gender research between ICRAF and Penn State on topics like energy and agriculture. The document also discusses analyzing gender yield gaps, incorporating gender into breeding programs using beans as an example, and building gender capacity in the CRP Grain Legumes research program.