The primary objective of this workshop was twofold: first, to heighten awareness regarding the innovative process of rearing fish through the incorporation of Black Soldier Fly-treated food, and second, to provide participants with practical insights into the application…
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At the heart of this workshop lay a twofold objective: first, to catalyze the widespread adoption of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) technology in Mali, and second, to empower young and women agripreneurs by furnishing them with insights into…
The overarching goal of the BBEST project’s involvement was to facilitate the adoption of novel technologies by creating connections among various stakeholders. Specifically, the project aimed to empower young and women agripreneurs with insights into Black Soldier Fly…
This project is firmly rooted in the principles of the 3 R’s: Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse. It aims to harness the capabilities of Black Soldier Fly larvae in processing urban biowaste across multiple regions, including DRC, Ghana, Mali,…
IITA AND BNARI Boost Farmers’ Capacity on Environment-Friendly Alternative Feed Technology
Through this strategic collaboration, these two institutes showcased their shared commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices. The training aimed to empower farmers with practical knowledge and skills related to BSF technology. The overarching goal was to facilitate the…
The escalating cost of protein meal and the challenges of accessing it consistently from the market have adversely impacted smallholder chicken, fish, and pig farmers. This situation has pushed some of them to seek alternative income sources. A…
Dr. Abdoulaye Tahirou, delivered a comprehensive presentation, highlighting the underpinnings of the BBEST project. He eloquently outlined the project’s rationale, objectives, and diverse array of work packages. These encompassed the project’s implementation sites in Accra, Bamako, Niamey, Bukavu,…
The IITA-led Project BSF for Bio Circular Economy and Environmental Sustainability BBEST has been extended to the Democratic Republic of Congo DRC. A two-day inception workshop was held with partners and stakeholders of the project from January 30…








