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…
In 2024, RadioIITAโs Farmers Outreach Initiative continued its mission to empower smallholder farmers with cutting-edge agricultural knowledge and practical tools, transforming livelihoods across Nigeria. Through strategic collaborations with IITAโs specialized crop breeding programs of yam, cassava, maize, soybean, cowpea, plantain, and banana, the outreach addressed critical challenges, introduced innovative techniques,…
Over the past five years, RadioIITA has played a crucial role in agricultural extension, providing farmers with essential information on best practices, pest management, crop rotation, and new agricultural technologies. Its widespread reach has ensured that even the most remote farming communities receive the knowledge needed to enhance productivity and…
In response to the escalating challenges posed by climate change, food insecurity, and conflict in Africa, leaders, organizations, and global partners are intensifying efforts to address the continent’s growing food and nutrition crisis. A recent collaboration between the World Bank and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) underscores a…
On June 16th, the world annually celebrates International Day for the African Child. This momentous day serves as a reminder of the unique challenges faced by children across the African continent and an opportunity to recognize their resilience, celebrate their achievements, and advocate for their rights. IITA, in unification with…
Management of Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service, NAQS, expanding thethe base of its workforce identified IITA as a resource base for building theknowledge and surveillance capacity of its newly recruited staff. NAQS led aone-hundred-member team of newly recruited staff to be trained by IITA GHU on17 April as part of a…
The Managers Staff Association, MSA of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture IITA paid a visit to the Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled at Moniya, Ibadan, Nigeria, on 14 Dec. 2022, to distribute some food items in celebration of the Christmas festivity as part of their activities to mark the…
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) reignited its annual open-day ceremony on 26 November 2022; it was last held in 2017. The ceremony commemorated the sending-off of the Director General of the Institute, Dr. Nteranya Sanginga, who has been steering the leadership wheel of the Institute since 2011. The…
In a significant stride towards enhancing agricultural sustainability, Prof. Chiedozie Egesi, a Senior Scientist at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and recently appointed Executive Director of the National Root Crop Research Institute (NRCRI), unveils plans for a groundbreaking crop breeding initiative. This initiative, part of the OneCGIAR-led project,…