Opening the session with a welcome to participants, introduction to the session theme, and brief overview of how AgriLLM aligns with COP30’s agenda on climate adaptation and food systems transformation. 

Speaker: Eliot Jones-Garcia, CGIAR / IFPRI, Senior Research Analyst

A short framing talk connecting agricultural productivity challenges, climate pressures, and digital readiness — setting the stage for how AI can bridge the knowledge gap for smallholders and decision-makers.  

Speaker: Lina Yassin, CGIAR AI Hub Product Director, CGIAR 

Presentation on AgriLLM’s development journey — how it began, what problem it addresses, how it’s being co-developed with over 15 partners, and how it leverages Falcon LLM to create an open, domain-specific model for agriculture. Includes a snapshot of user personas (farmers, extension agents, policymakers) and design principles emphasizing inclusivity and local context. 

Speaker: Mamoun Alaoui, Product Manager/ Technical Lead, A171

Reflection on how AI tools like AgriLLM can complement existing agricultural research, local extension networks, and field practices — ensuring solutions are regionally adapted and responsive to real-world agricultural challenges. 

Speaker: Silvia Massruhá, President / Head of Digital Agriculture,EMBRAPA

Interactive dialogue among technical, policy, and field experts exploring governance, localization, and capacity building. Discussion topics include ethical use of AI, open data ecosystems, and how partners can engage ahead of the December 2025 launch.

Speaker: All Speakers

Closing remarks summarizing key insights from the discussion, outlining next steps toward the global launch, and inviting continued collaboration through pilot partnerships and policy dialogues.

Speaker: Eliot Jones-Garcia, CGIAR / IFPRI, Senior Research Analyst