Risk management in the face of climate change is something we can all learn from smallholder farmers. As climate change stalks global agriculture, researchers should collaborate with smallholder farmers in enhancing the diversification of crops to ensure food security, says Emile Frison, Director General of Bioversity International.

The focus of this year’s fellowship award is priority forest tree species' threats and conservation approaches. Applicants from sub-Saharan African countries are invited to apply before 15 July 2013.