To strengthen banana and plantain production in Nigeria and beyond, Radio IITA, in collaboration with the plantain and banana breeding program of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA ย organized an intensive outreach program for over 30 smallholder farmers. The training, held on July 25, 2025, is part of the…
Radio IITA 88.5 is strengthening its outreach efforts in 2025 with a targeted maize training session held in Oyo State on April 17. In partnership with IITAโs maize improvement program, the session brought together local maize farmers for a full-day learning experience designed to boost productivity through improved agronomic practices.…
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,…
RadioIITA 88.5 recently hosted a successful farmers’ outreach event in collaboration with the maize improvement program. The event, held at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), aimed to equip local farmers with advanced agricultural knowledge and practices. It drew a significant number of eager participants looking to enhance their…
ย Access to information on innovation and research results is a key factor for Africa to address the issue of agricultural development and achieve zero hunger. Communicating agricultural information is essential for smallholder farmers to increase their productivity and livelihood. In Africa, using radio, television, and social media platforms to…

