Sarah Hearne
Chief Science and Innovation Officer at CIMMYT
Chief Science and Innovation Officer at CIMMYT
Deputy Director General for Research for Development at IWMI
Senior Director for Food & Nutrition Policy at IFPRI
Smallholder farmers in Lubero territory, North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, are witnessing significant improvements in their harvests and agricultural practices thanks to the IITA–CGIAR, the African Agricultural Leadership Institute (AALI), and the Virunga Foundation pilot project for the Intensification of agricultural production.
Delegates from the Association of International Civil Servants of Côte d’Ivoire paid a study visit to IITA–CGIAR on 15 December, marking a significant step toward deepening collaboration in agricultural development, youth empowerment, and technology-driven solutions across West Africa.
As part of efforts to gain first-hand insight into the facilities that will underpin practical training under the upcoming BioCap project, Dr Lawrence Kent of the Gates Foundation visited the IITA Biotechnology Laboratories recently.
IITA Forest Center hosted its inaugural Tree Heritage Park (THP) Open Day recently, bringing together students, researchers, conservationists, and nature lovers for a day dedicated to celebrating Nigeria’s native tree species and strengthening public commitment to environmental stewardship.