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Seeds, Coffee, and Sustainability: Lessons from Colombia
Participating in the short-term study abroad program in Cali, Colombia (CPSC 499) at the International Center for Agriculture (CIAT) was an amazing academic experience.
Through the program, I gained knowledge about CIAT’s research on plant breeding for rice, cassava, and other popular crops. CIAT’s research doesn’t just help Colombia. For example, researchers around the world can request seeds and information from their seed bank.
I was also able to learn and experience the
