Banana breeding is a complex, expensive and time-consuming process because bananas have reduced fertility and a long cycle, taking decades to develop and release new varieties. However, recent research by IITA-CGIAR…
Eastern Africa
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NemAfrica at 10: How science is helping farmers beat potato and root pests NemAfrica, founded to unite experts in nematology research in Africa, is a joint nematology laboratory between IITA–CGIAR and the International Centre…
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African smallholder farmers, the backbone of food and nutrition security, are on the frontline of climate change, facing its reality. Battered by a ‘perfect storm’ of climate shocks—simultaneous extreme heat, droughts,…
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In 2024, IITA-CGIAR, in collaboration with its Nigerian partner, the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC), Ibadan…
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Eastern Africa
Regional Hub for Fertilizer and Soil Health using data science for nutrition recommendations to boost food productivity in West Africa
IITA–CGIAR is deploying advanced data and AI-driven modelling to boost soil nutrient management and soil health and improve farmer productivity in West Africa, a region experiencing recurrent nutrient depletion due…
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UncategorizedPromoting Sustainable Agriculture Practices: IITA and BNARI jointly trained the Ghana Prisons Service on the BSF Technology.
The Black Soldier Fly Production Unit, established in Kofisah hosted a training for over fifteen (15) officers of Ghana Prisons Service (GP) on the Black Soldier Fly technology from 15th…
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UncategorizedPromoting sustainable agricultural practices: IITA and BNARI jointly trained the Ghana Prisons Service on the BSF technology
The Black Soldier Fly Production Unit, established in Kofisah hosted a training for over fifteen (15) officers of Ghana Prisons Service (GP) on the Black Soldier Fly technology from 15th…
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Banana is a staple crop in Uganda, providing millions of people with food, income, and employment. Despite its production potential exceeding 70 tons per hectare per year, the sector faces…