The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) proudly welcomes His Excellency, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone, alongside key stakeholders in agriculture and food systems, for a high-level visit focused on strengthening partnerships for agricultural transformation and food security. With support from the Nigerian government and Oyo State Governor,…
The 10th International Day of Women and Girls in Science, themed “Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science,” was commemorated on February 11, 2025, at IITA-CGIAR through a hybrid event. The celebration brought together young girls, women leaders, scientists, and representatives from various sectors to discuss women’s leadership roles and…
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) marked World Pulses Day 2025 by highlighting its ongoing work to develop climate-resilient cowpea and soybean varieties, crucial crops for combating African food insecurity. In an exclusive interview with RadioIITA, researchers discussed the institute’s strategies for breeding pulses capable of withstanding increasingly challenging…
Soybean farming provides a key source of protein for human and animal consumption. It comprises 40% protein, 20% oil, 30% carbohydrates, and excellent dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Due to its versatility and huge potential to increase farmers’ livelihoods, radio IITA recently organized another edition of its soybean outreach to…
RadioIITA 88.5, in partnership with the IITA Cassava Breeding Unit, is making significant strides in empowering cassava farmers. This initiative aligns with IITA’s mission to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty and enhance smallholder farmers’ livelihoods and families. The third edition of RadioIITAโs impactful farmers’ outreach program focused on cassava farmers.…