#BorlaugBlog
For 30 years, the World Food Prize has worked to build on the legacy of Dr. Norman Borlaug, the man who saved a billion lives, by recognizing the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity or availability of food in the world. Our Laureates, our close partners, and our staff work tirelessly to alleviate hunger through innovative approaches, and we hope to share their expertise, research, and personal stories on The Borlaug Blog.
In the Borlaug Blog, we will occasionally post a blog featuring stories, research, and expert opinion from our Laureates, partners, youth representatives and staff. It is our hope that this blog series will create a conversation between farmers, NGOs, CEOs and people across the globe.
By Emily Boyden posted on
04/17/2023
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People told Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig her life would change because she won the World Food Prize, but she was still surprised at the impact it has had – on professional and personal fronts.
“It does indeed change your life in an absolutely fantastic way,” said Rosenzweig, 2022 World Food Prize...
By Jackie Negro posted on
04/05/2023
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When he accepted the World Food Prize in 2001, Danish economist Per Pinstrup-Andersen expressed his hope for new opportunities to end human suffering.
“I will use those opportunities to the best of my knowledge and the best of my ability,” he said.
Since then, he has been on a path to...
By Jackie Negro posted on
03/14/2023
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From growing up on a farm in a remote village in Uganda to winning the World Food Prize, Dr. Robert Mwanga’s career has been one of using innovation and education to better nourish the world. While a student, he became interested in the unique challenge of producing more nutrient-dense crops...
By Kyle Poorman and Natalie Bidner posted on
02/27/2023
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On February 1, Iowa celebrated the inaugural George Washington Carver day in honor of the world renowned agricultural innovator and educator whose focus never wavered from empowering those around him.
It was an honor to celebrate Carver’s legacy on February 1 alongside our partners at Iowa State University and in tandem...
By Kyle Poorman and Jon Wogman posted on
01/13/2023
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As we begin 2023 and a new General Assembly of the Iowa Legislature, Iowans are experiencing record levels of hunger.
This need is well-documented in recent reports of increased demand for emergency food aid due to an end to pandemic-era relief programs, inflation and rising food costs. Addressing immediate needs is...
