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MRR Innovation Lab Director Honored at UC Davis for International Engagement

by Alex Russell
March 09, 2023

MRR Innovation Lab director Michael Carter was awarded the 2022 Chancellor’s Award for International Engagement at UC Davis in recognition of his research and outreach on poverty reduction and food security as well as his teaching with UC Davis students at the start of their research careers.

Strengthening Market Systems for Small-scale Farmers in Developing Countries

by Alex Russell
January 24, 2023

Market systems are critical for rural households in developing countries who rely on agriculture for food and income. MRR Innovation Lab research teams are developing and testing ways to strengthen market systems, which will provide insights on how to make markets work better for all and to spur inclusive agriculture-led growth.

COP27: Jumpstart Smallholder Climate Adaptation by Addressing Risk

by Alex Russell
November 08, 2022

Rigorous, field-tested evidence provides a roadmap for supporting households most vulnerable to climate change. For COP27, three key ideas can jumpstart climate adaptation and resilience by addressing risk in rural communities.

Jamaica Gleaner Features MRR Director on Insurance

by MRR Innovation Lab
October 28, 2022

On October 28, 2022, the Jamaica Gleaner featured MRR Innovation Lab director Michael Carter in his comments on the potential for insurance to benefit Jamaica's rural communities.

World Food Day 2022: Strengthening Food Security and Resilience So No One is Left Behind

by Alex Russell
October 16, 2022

World Food Day 2022 is about those who are most affected by food-related crises. Learn about how MRR Innovation Lab researchers are innovating and testing ways to improve rural food security and resilience for all.

Building on Good Investments in Africa’s Development Research Community

by Alex Russell
October 11, 2022

ALL-IN

Strengthening research capacity at multiple levels is built into each Feed the Future ALL-IN project, ensuring that broader benefits continue to grow long after a project ends.

FARM-D Blog Features Commentary on Rural Development from MRR Director

by MRR Innovation Lab
July 04, 2022

On July 4, 2022, the FARM-D blog featured a commentary by MRR Innovation Lab director Michael Carter describes how to shift risk and poverty dynamics for rural families with effective and accessible financial tools to manage risk.

New Research Network Links African Development Economists for Policy Impact

by Alex Russell
June 30, 2022

ALL-IN

In June 2022, the ALL-IN Research Network (ARN) launched its efforts to support locally led, locally relevant development economics research by African researchers and their institutions.

UC Davis Features MRR Research on Hope in Kenya

by Alex Russell
June 23, 2022

On June 13, 2022, the UC Davis Curiosity Blog featured research led by MRR Innovation Lab director Michael Carter that connects hope to a better future for women in rural Kenya.

A New Kind of Drought Insurance for Women in Kenya’s Arid Rangelands

by Alex Russell
May 17, 2022

In Samburu, Kenya, MRR researchers are testing "Family Insurance," which they designed to respond to women's needs in taking care of their families during drought.

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