IITA empowers smallholder farmers through farmer field school days in Cameroon

Across Cameroon, agriculture remains the backbone of rural livelihoods. Yet, most smallholder farmers continue to rely on rudimentary farming tools and traditional methods, often using non-certified planting materials that limit yields and worsen challenges such as food insecurity and malnutrition.

Recognizing this gap, the IITA–CGIAR, in collaboration with the Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovation (MINRESI), has introduced Farmer Field Days — a hands-on learning platform designed to transform smallholder agriculture through knowledge sharing and innovation.

IITA organized a Farmer Field Day in Bandjoun, an event that brought together farmers, researchers, and policymakers to promote sustainable and productive farming techniques. Locally known as Journées Scientifiques and Champs-Écoles Paysans (CEP), the event took place at the Tchala and Touegoue sites, attracting over 10,000 farmers eager to learn about improved agricultural practices.

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