CIMMYT is an international, non-profit research organization operating across 88 countries with a workforce of 1,837 staff from 58 nationalities. Its mission is to improve livelihoods for resource-poor farmers in the Global South through agricultural innovation aimed at food and nutrition security. As a core CGIAR Research Center, its work is centered on collaborative, science-driven approaches to sustainable agriculture.
The organization operates on a partnership model it terms "One CIMMYT," emphasizing teamwork, integrity, and collaboration. Its culture values listening to communities, innovating through learning by doing, and leading by example. Staff are drawn from a wide range of nationalities, and the institution invests in professional growth within an environment that values diverse perspectives.
CIMMYT's activities span the agriculture, food security, and research sectors. Its geographic focus is the Global South, where the majority of the world's resource-poor farmers are located. All work is oriented toward achieving tangible outcomes for these communities.
