Abstract
Abstract The international agricultural research centers that are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research operate as essentially independent research institutions, but with research mandates that are agreed upon by the CGIAR membership and an independent Technical Advisory Committee. The CG centers have as their goal the improvement of agriculture in the developing nations, using research as the dominant tool for change. Research activities are a blend of biological, physical, and social science efforts, often in partnership with clients in developing nations and with advanced research institutions in developing countries. Many approaches to research are used, including new relationships and modes of operation with clients, research networks, and international training linked to specific research activities. The international centers play a major role in genetic resource conservation and use, in understanding and improving farming systems, and in training of developing c...
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