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Academia seeks private sector collaboration for research implementation
By: Rachel Kakraba A Postharvest Technology Specialist, Department of Crop Science, University of Ghana, Dr. Gloria Essilfie, has rallied support of the private sector to partner academia in implementing research findings. This she said is critical to national development as many valuable research outcomes which could propel national development remain untapped. Dr. Essilfie who is Project Lead, “Enhancing the production and
FARA, CSIR Ghana and Partners Strengthen Stakeholders’ Capacity to adopt vegetables, maize, soyabeans and rice technologies
By: Benjamin Abugri, Mabel Shu Lum & Abdulrazak Ibrahim September 2, 2024: Tamale, Ghana, West Africa From 2nd to 6th September 2024, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (SARI), Crop Research Institute (CRI), together with some Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) compacts, including the International
UG, Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa and partners advocate consumption of indigenous fruits and vegetables
By Rachel Kakraba The University of Ghana (UG) in partnership with the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) and its Partners, working under the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Horticulture project – “Enhancing the production and consumption of African indigenous fruits and vegetables to improve nutrition in Ghana and Mali” are advocating for the consumption of indigenous crops
The KM4AgD Experience at #SPAC2024
Written by Sharon Abiodun Certified Knowledge Manager & Communication Intern, IITA Communication & Knowledge Center, Ibadan, Nigeria. It was a thrilling experience participating in the KM4AgD challenge and conference in Kigali, Rwanda as part of the 2024 Science and Partnerships for Agriculture Conference #SPAC2024. The KM4AgD Challenge which ran from April to June 2024 was an enriching experience that broadened
“Knowledge Management is something many companies are sure they need, if only they knew what it was.”
written by Mabel Lum Shu Certified Knowledge Manager for Sustainable Development and KM Programme Assistant, WACSI “Knowledge management is something many companies are sure they need, if only they knew what it was.” – Mary Lisbeth D’Amico Sometimes you never really know that you need something until it is given to you. The quote by Henry Ford that said “If
Delivering the Promises of Climate Smart Agriculture Requires “Smart” Partnerships Beyond Lip Service.
By “Wole Fatunbi” The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa participated actively in the discussion organized by the AICCRA project through the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), at The Urban Hotel, Lusaka Zambia between 19th -21st August 2024. The discussion engaged more than 30 intellectuals representing key continental and regional organizations and
CAADP-XP4 Hosts Fourth Annual KM4AgD Conference in Kigali, Rwanda
07 Aug 2024 By Benjamin Abugri & Bridget Kakuwa-Kasongamulilo The CAADP-XP4 Consortium, in collaboration with CGIAR, YPARD, and some National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) from West, South, and Central Africa, successfully hosted the fourth annual Knowledge Management for Agricultural Development (KM4AgD) Conference at the Lemigo Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda. This pivotal event, held from July 29 to 31, 2024, provided a platform to advance
Post #SPAC2024 Appreciation
The Science and Partnerships for Agriculture Conference (SPAC) is a platform that brings together Africa’s food and agriculture research and innovation stakeholders for lesson sharing, networking, and the identification of solutions and practical actions needed to enhance research’s development impact. The second edition of SPAC (SPAC2024) was held in Kigali, Rwanda, from July 29 to 31, 2024. It was organised
FARA and RAB host a global conference on Science and Partnerships for Agriculture in Rwanda
July 29-31, 2024, Kigali, Rwanda The Rwanda Agricultural Board (RAB) and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) announce the Second edition of the Science and Partnerships for Agriculture Conference (SPAC), a congregation of global leaders and partners in agriculture seeking to address pertinent issues affecting agricultural productivity and sustainability in Africa. The 2024 edition of the Science Partnerships
REOI: Graphics Designer and Visualization Expert to support FARA deliver quality knowledge, information and communication products in line with FARA’s value proposition.
VACANCY Announcement Ref: FARA/adv./DVE/2024 Graphics Design and Visualization Expert: 1 Background The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is an umbrella organization bringing together and forming coalitions of major stakeholders in agricultural research and development in Africa. FARA complements the innovative activities of national, international and sub-regional research institutions to deliver more responsive and effective services to
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