This document summarizes research outputs and lessons from CGIAR related to improving post-crisis relief, recovery, and rehabilitation. Key areas discussed include monitoring and impact assessment of relief programs, developing diagnostic and analytical tools, conducting market studies and reviews, providing technical advice and support, engaging in biodiversity conservation and capacity building, and informing policy guidance. The research has led to tools for assessing seed systems and needs, and involved adapting methods to insecure situations. Engaging directly with implementing agencies was found most effective for providing advice. Seed relief risks replacing local varieties, so conservation is important. Capacity building of institutions and organizations is also needed after conflicts.

1. Overview of CGIAR research for improving post-crisis relief, recovery and rehabilitation Lessons from recent experiences Presented by Kate Longley at the Workshop on Defining a Strategic Agricultural Research Agenda on Post-Crisis/Post-Shock Recovery in Highly Stressed Systems, Nairobi, May 22-23, 2008

12. Contributions from participants… Lessons from research for improving post-crisis relief, recovery and rehabilitation