Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa - FARA

The Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen is offering a 3-year PhD fellowship in Climate Change Adaptation in Conflict Settings, at the university's Department of Public Health, starting March 2025. get info on how to apply via https://bit.ly/4fU4ymj

The YPARD Nigeria chapter is seeking an energetic, and vision driven young professional who has in-depth knowledge of agriculture, and communication for the Communication Focal Person role at YPARD. get more information on how to submit your applications via https://bit.ly/4g9HNdK

The YPARD Nigeria chapter is seeking a Country Representative to carry out the objectives of YPARD and coordinate the activities of #YPARD network in Nigeria. get more information on how to submit via https://bit.ly/3ZoIfzo

On Wednesday, December 4, 2024, the Sustainable Land Management in Sub-Saharan Africa #INTERFACES project will host a virtual #KnowledgeCafe to validate Knowledge Briefs & Manuals produced by #KM4AgD Fellows from this year's #KM4AgD24 Challenge. Register via🔗 https://bit.ly/4fSz9jK to participate

The Global Soil Partnership of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will host a webinar on "Casting the Vision of the Soil Initiative for Africa for National Actors Response" on December 5, 2024, via Zoom. Register via🔗 https://bit.ly/3UZVfsE to participate virtually 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dChy6wqa

Why the Common African Agro-Parks (CAAPs) are Vital to Africa's Future The Common African Agro-Parks (CAAPs) initiative represents a critical turning point for Africa's agricultural and economic landscape. Comprising five agro-industrial zones strategically placed in each of Africa's geographical regions, CAAPs are planned to address some of the continent's most pressing challenges, from food security to economic diversification. Major Expected Outcomes include Increased Agricultural Productivity, Enhanced Intra-African Trade, Improved Value Addition, Improved Market Access, Strengthened Financial Sustainability, Creation of Employment Opportunities, Socioeconomic Empowerment, Environmental and Social Sustainability, Strengthened Political Support and Policy Coherence and Improved Infrastructure and Logistics. Join the discussion on Common African Agro-Parks Programme - CAAPs #CAAPs via LinkedIn and/or join the CAAPs Community of Practice at https://lnkd.in/daJ3u3CS ______ #CAAPs #AgroParksAfrica #TransformingAgriculture #AfricaRising #FoodSecurity African Union African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) FAO AUDA NEPAD African Business Chamber (AfBC) UNIDO International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa - FARA Josefa Sacko #UNECA #PAFO Pan African Farmers Organization Sanctus Niragira

⏳ Workshop in Progress: CORAF | West and Central Africa for Agricultural Research and Development & FAO drive Agricultural Research Indicators! From November 25 to 27, 2024, #CORAF and #FAO co-host a Regional Workshop on Agricultural Science and Technology Indicators (ASTI) in Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭. 🎯 Objective: This workshop introduces new approaches for collecting and analyzing agricultural research data, aiming to institutionalize the ASTI program in national statistical systems. It builds on lessons from pilot projects in Nigeria 🇳🇬 and Côte d'Ivoire 🇨🇮, ensuring data sustainability and alignment with global methodologies. 👥 Participants: Representatives from national agricultural research systems (NARS), regional and sub-regional organizations (Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa - FARA, ASARECA, Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)), policymakers, and national statistics offices are gathering to share insights and shape future collaborations. 📌 Key Goals: ✅ Enhance national capacities for data collection and analysis ✅ Foster dialogue among stakeholders to establish sustainable data systems ✅ Develop action plans for #ASTI implementation across countries. 📌 Expected Outcomes: ✅ A clear roadmap for ASTI deployment in 2025 ✅ Strengthened regional collaboration for agricultural research and innovation ✅ Improved access to reliable data for policy and investment decisions This workshop exemplifies CORAF and FAO’s commitment to advancing agricultural research in Africa for sustainable development. #CORAFinAction #AgricultureInnovation #DataForDevelopment #HappeningNow #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Ghana

⏳ Atelier en cours : CORAF | West and Central Africa for Agricultural Research and Development & FAO pilotent les Indicateurs de Recherche Agricole ! Du 25 au 27 novembre 2024, le #CORAF et la #FAO co-organisent un atelier régional sur les Indicateurs des Sciences et Technologies Agricoles (ASTI) à Accra, au Ghana 🇬🇭. 🎯 Objectif : Cet atelier introduit de nouvelles approches pour la collecte et l’analyse des données sur la recherche agricole, avec pour but d’institutionnaliser le programme #ASTI dans les systèmes statistiques nationaux. Il s’appuie sur les leçons tirées des projets pilotes menés au Nigéria 🇳🇬 et en Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮, garantissant la durabilité des données et leur alignement avec les méthodologies mondiales. 👥 Participants : Des représentants des systèmes nationaux de recherche agricole (SNRA), des organisations régionales et sous-régionales (Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa - FARA, ASARECA, Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)), des décideurs politiques et des bureaux nationaux de statistique se réunissent pour partager leurs expériences et façonner de futures collaborations. 📌 Objectifs clés : ✅ Renforcer les capacités nationales pour la collecte et l’analyse des données ✅ Favoriser le dialogue entre les parties prenantes pour établir des systèmes de données durables ✅ Élaborer des plans d’action pour la mise en œuvre d’ASTI dans les différents pays. 📌 Résultats attendus : ✅ Une feuille de route claire pour le déploiement d’ASTI en 2025 ✅ Une collaboration régionale renforcée en matière de recherche et d’innovation agricoles ✅ Un meilleur accès à des données fiables pour orienter les politiques et les décisions d’investissement Cet atelier illustre l’engagement du #CORAF et de la #FAO à faire progresser la recherche agricole en Afrique pour un développement durable. #CORAFenAction #InnovationAgricole #DonnéesPourLeDéveloppement #HappeningNow #Durabilité #ClimateAction #Ghana

The Common African Agro-Parks #CAAPs consist of 5 agro-industrial zones across Africa, focusing on key crops & building food supply corridors. By boosting production, #CAAPs aim to reduce Africa’s reliance on imports. get more information on #CAAPs via https://lnkd.in/deZ648w7

Common African Agro-Parks Programme - CAAPs are revolutionizing agriculture across Africa with 5 agro-industrial zones. By boosting key crops, enhancing trade, and creating jobs, #CAAPs are driving growth and reducing import reliance for a prosperous Africa. 🔗 www.faraafrica.org/caaps