Visiting CIAT in Cali reminds me of my first visit there and motivated a lot for the project.  I could have constructive meetings with ST1 members, Mr. Santiago Jaramillo of FLAR and Prof. Jorge Rubiano at the University of Valle. 

In CIAT greenhouse

A rain-out shelter

A field experimental field

In Ibague, we visited some experimental fields for the next experiments focusing on water saving irrigation systems.  In November 24, a workshop was held in a FEDEARROZ hall in order to report our progress to farmers in the region.

Opening address by Dra. Guzman

Opening address by Dr. Ishitani

Opening address by Prof. Asanuma

Opening address by Prof. Okada

Plenary talk by Prof. Ito

Plenary talk by Prof. Shibusawa

Dario reported the ST3 activity

PS: This is my new favorite combination (baby beef and guanabana en leche)!!!