IITA–CGIAR has showcased promising soybean and cowpea varieties at its research farm in Samaru, Zaria, Kaduna State, highlighting the importance of aligning crop improvement with farmers’ needs, industry requirements, and reliable seed supply systems, while strengthening farmers’ livelihoods. The…
The challenge: Economic vulnerability Malawi currently stands as the world’s most tobacco-dependent economy, with the crop accounting for nearly 70% of its foreign exchange earnings. This narrow reliance has left the nation vulnerable to global market shifts, a…
In Liberia, the agriculture sector is considered a strategic pillar for alleviating poverty, improving food and nutrition security, and increasing farmers’ income. The sector provides livelihood for more than 68 percent of the country’s population. It is impacting Liberia’s quest for food…