The various AR4D initiatives focusing on improving food security
face similar challenges such as how to link basic biological research at the international level
to its application on the ground in specific countries and contexts, or how to work with
development actors to ensure that research outputs are taken up and promoted. To address
these challenges, AR4D initiatives are finding they need to be more thoughtful, systematic
and intentional in the way they approach their partnering. Are there common lessons
emerging that can inform and facilitate their partnership strategies? How do those lessons
vary from international, regional and national perspectives? How will know if those strategies
are actually working and progress is being made?