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Cyanobacterial mats and their associated microbiomes in saline and freshwater lakes of the Bolivian Altiplano.
At the PROINPA Foundation, we contribute to highlighting research exploring microbial diversity in extreme ecosystems. This study on cyanobacterial mats, developed in collaboration with CIIMAR/CIMAR, under the leadership of Dr. Vítor Vasconcellos and Dr. Jimmy Ciancas, reveals unique adaptive mechanisms to UV radiation, salinity, and nutritional stress in high Andean lagoons. The findings…
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Webinar: "Bioinputs, a technological alternative for crops exposed to climate effects"
PROINPA Foundation, together with the Productive Development Bank (BDP), invites you to the Webinar: “Bioinputs, a technological alternative for crops exposed to climate effects.” In this webinar, we will explore how technological innovations can help the country's farmers mitigate the effects of climate change, jointly with the PROINPA Foundation. 📆 Date: April 30, 2025 ⏰ Time:…
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Promoting regenerative agriculture in Uyuni.
On March 11, a Demonstration Field Day was held in the communities of Chita and Chacala in the municipality of Uyuni. The event was organized by the #Foundation PROINPA with the support of the SATREPS and AL INVEST Verde projects. The activity was attended by more than 70 people, including quinoa producers and…
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Sustainable growth of SMEs working with Royal Quinoa in Bolivia, through regenerative agriculture and circular economy
The initiative seeks sustainable growth of the Royal Quinoa value chain, with the participation of women and young entrepreneurs in Indigenous communities. Sustainability is achieved by introducing ecological practices that increase yields and reduce production costs, presenting alternatives for creating value in a quinoa…
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Presentation of AL-INVEST Verde Projects-Bolivia
On October 2, in La Paz, the AL-INVEST Verde projects, funded by the European Union, were presented at an event organized by the Ayuda en Acción Foundation. Within this framework, Positive Impact in the Community, together with its partners PROINPA and Trivium, presented the project "Sustainable Growth of MSMEs that…"
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AECID INNOVATION project launch
The AECID INNOVATION project will be launched on March 14 and 15 in Camargo and Tupiza, respectively. The main focus is to transfer knowledge and develop technical capabilities in BIOTECH and AGTECH innovations applied to fruit production, by providing training to professionals and teachers at institutes and…
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Evaluation and development of Soybean crops in cooperation with INTAGRO
Field Day at Los Sueños Property On March 7, a field day was held at INTAGRO's Los Sueños Property, in the La Planchada del Norte Integrated District of Santa Cruz. The event was organized by CANIOB, INTAGRO, and PROINPA, with the participation of technicians from companies and institutions…
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PROINPA FOUNDATION INNOVATION FOR PRODUCTIVITY
Framework Agreement for Inter-Institutional Cooperation between the Association of Oilseed and Wheat Producers (ANAPO) and the Foundation for the Promotion and Research of Andean Products (PROINPA) On February 24, 2024, the inter-institutional cooperation agreement was signed between ANAPO and the PROINPA Foundation during the exhibition...
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Alejandro Bonifacio Agricultural Innovation Center a Recognition of legacy and improvement
At the beginning of 2024, we wish to commemorate the recognition of an outstanding professional and colleague at PROINPA Foundation. The 19th Annual Meeting of the Andes Community of Practice of the McKnight Foundation's Collaborative for Resilient Food Systems was held on December 3-8, 2023, in La Paz.