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SUMMARY:Breeding for Resilience: Western Uganda’s Farmers Take Charge of Saving the Indigenous Goat\, thanks to AICCRA Project
DESCRIPTION:BY MICHAEL WAKABI & BEN MOSES ILAKUT \nWith support from ASARECA\, NARO\, and global research partners\, communities in Kibaale and Buliisa embark on a new chapter of sustainable livestock improvement through Community-Based Breeding Programmes. \nIn the hills and lowlands of Kibaale and the oil-rich plains of Buliisa\, a quiet revolution in livestock farming is taking shape. For decades\, farmers in these Western Uganda districts have depended on indigenous goats for meat\, income\, and cultural functions. Yet\, years of unplanned breeding and neglect have eroded the productivity and resilience of these hardy animals. Now\, under a new initiative led by the Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA\, and Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO)\, local farmers are being empowered to rebuild and protect the genetic strength of their native goat breeds. \n  \nBetween October 7th and 9th\, 2025\, pioneer cohorts of goat breeders in the two districts received a consignment of carefully selected breeding bucks. The handovers marked the operational launch of Community-Based Breeding Programmes (CBBPs) for Small Ruminants — a participatory model designed to enable communities to collectively select\, breed\, and improve livestock suited to their environments. \nFarmers from Buliisa and Kibaale receive breeding bucks meant to streamline and systematize their breeding programme to enhance productivity\nIn both Kibaale and Buliisa\, the initiative has stirred enthusiasm among farmers who see goat keeping as an accessible path out of poverty. “We are really grateful to NARO\,” said Atuhaire Justine\, Treasurer of the Buseesa Livestock Farmers Association in Matale Sub-County\, Kibaale District. “We have received five male goats that will help us improve our local breeds. For years we struggled with inbreeding and declining productivity. Now we are going to breed goats that are hardy\, fast-growing\, and have quality meat and skin. Within five years\, we expect to have more goats and better incomes.” \n  \nReviving the Mubende Goat \nAt the centre of the initiative is the Mubende goat\, an indigenous breed prized for its adaptability\, quality meat\, and resistance to disease — but now under threat from crossbreeding and neglect. \n“There is a real danger that Uganda’s indigenous goat breeds are fast disappearing\,” warned Dr. Zuena Nantongo\, a livestock breeder at the Nakyesasa Livestock Research Institute in Namulonge. “This project is a mitigation strategy against total dependence on exotic breeds that cannot withstand our local conditions. The Mubende goat is hardy\, can achieve weights comparable to the Boer\, and has excellent twinning potential. With proper selection and care\, we can enhance its productivity while preserving its genetic traits.” \nDr. Zuena Nantongo\, NARO  livestock breeder speaks about the real danger of extinction of local goat breeds if not well managed\n  \nDr. Nantongo explained that the initiative seeks to tackle one of the biggest problems undermining goat farming in rural Uganda — lack of quality breeding males. “In most flocks\, the males are old\, and many females are mated by their brothers or even fathers\, leading to inbreeding and poor performance. Through CBBPs\, we identify and distribute superior local males to communities\, record their performance\, and select the best offspring for future breeding.” \nThe programme employs a structured cycle of data collection and selection\, tracking each goat’s growth and reproductive performance from birth. Farmers record weight gain\, twinning rates\, and resistance to disease. Goats that perform below the community’s average are excluded from the breeding pool\, while those showing superior traits are retained and promoted. Over successive generations\, this approach is expected to yield a stronger\, faster-growing\, and more marketable local goat. \n  \nJustine Atuhaire (C)\, Treasurer of Buseesa Livestock Farmers Association in Matale\, Kibaale  district flanked by NARO researchers appreciates the support\nFarmers Take Ownership \nFor the farmers\, the project’s most empowering element is that the community is in charge. Unlike top-down interventions where scientists dictate breeding choices\, the CBBP approach positions farmers as both decision-makers and data collectors. “We thank ASARECA and Bulindi ZARDI for choosing Buseesa Livestock Farmers Association to do goat breeding\,” said Charles Sekisaasi\, the association’s secretary. “We’ve been given five locally sourced bucks\, and we’re ready to start. Before this project\, we couldn’t tell a pure Mubende goat from a crossbreed. Now we can. The Mubende goat is disease-resistant\, requires little care\, and its meat is highly valued in the market. Through this project\, we hope to save our disappearing breed.” \nMoses Mwesigwa\, Ag. Director of NARO’s Bulindi Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute (BuZARDI)\, underscores the economic potential for local goats\nMoses Mwesigwa\, Acting Director of NARO’s Bulindi Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute (BuZARDI)\, emphasized the economic potential: “Poverty is bad\, but everyone can rear a goat and make their way out of it. Successful goat production depends on three things — breed\, nutrition\, and care. While we can help fix the breed\, nutrition is 65 percent of the outcome\, and that’s in the farmers’ hands\,” Mwesigwa told farmers during the handover ceremony. \n  \nLocal government officials are equally optimistic. Tumwesigye Solomon\, the Animal Husbandry Officer representing the Kibaale District Veterinary Officer\, noted that the district looks forward to seeing a goat that “is adapted to our conditions\, grows fast\, and delivers good meat and weights.” \nResearchers and communities compare notes on convergence between scientific and indigenous knowledge\nScience Meets Community Wisdom \nThe CBBP initiative in Western Uganda is part of a broader regional effort to transform small ruminant production systems through participatory genetic improvement. Implemented under the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research for Africa (AICCRA) project\, it is supported by the World Bank and led by the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT\, working in collaboration with ILRI\, ICARDA\, ASARECA\, and NARO. \n  \nThe project aims to build the technical and institutional capacity required to scale up climate-smart agricultural innovations across Africa. It focuses on integrating climate information services\, strengthening partnerships\, and validating technologies that improve productivity and resilience in farming systems. \n  \n“The Community-Based Breeding of Indigenous Goats in Uganda is an AICCRA-supported initiative\,” explained Annet Hadijah Wanyana\, ASARECA’s Head of Finance\, who led the handover team. “We’ve provided breeding bucks\, 5\,000 ear tags\, and applicators to help track the performance of each animal. But the biggest responsibility lies with farmers — in how they manage\, feed\, and care for the breeding stock. Goat farming is a viable enterprise\, and demand in domestic and export markets is growing. The more effort you put in\, the more benefits you’ll reap.” \nASARECA Ag. Head of Finance\, Annet Hadijah Wanyana explains the partnership arrangement under the AICCRA project\nTraining for Transformation \nThe handover ceremonies followed an intensive training and sensitization programme held between August 25–29\, 2025\, in Kibaale and Buliisa. The sessions introduced farmers to the principles of community-based breeding\, good husbandry practices\, and record keeping. The training also focused on gender inclusion\, youth participation\, and climate resilience — essential pillars of sustainable livestock development. \n  \nAccording to ASARECA\, the objectives of the training were multifaceted: \n\nTo raise awareness and promote adoption of CBBPs among goat farmers;\nTo build the capacity of researchers\, extension agents\, and farmers (especially women and youth) to design and manage breeding programmes;\nTo enhance knowledge on goat welfare and production systems;\nTo strengthen collective production and marketing efforts; and\nTo promote inclusive knowledge exchange through south–south learning.\n\nNARO’s small ruminants expert\, Dr. Guma supports farmers to identify and document breeding characteristics for tracking\nThe programme draws lessons from Ethiopia\, where the CBBP model has been in operation for over 16 years. According to Dr. Aynalem Haile\, a small ruminant breeder and ICARDA’s Country Coordinator for Ethiopia\, the project there started\, with only six farmers. Today\, CBBPs cover over 300 villages\, and nearly every home has goats. The evidence is clear — community-based breeding improves livelihoods. It empowers farmers\, increases income\, and preserves local breeds.” \n  \nA Model Rooted in Inclusion and Climate Resilience \nOne of the defining strengths of CBBPs is their inclusiveness. By integrating women and youth in breeding activities\, the programmes create opportunities for broader participation in the livestock economy. Women\, who traditionally own and manage small ruminants\, gain recognition and income\, while young people acquire practical skills in animal husbandry and data management. \n  \nFurthermore\, the emphasis on indigenous breeds makes the programme a strategic response to the twin challenges of climate change and genetic erosion. Indigenous goats like the Mubende have evolved to thrive under Uganda’s variable climate\, surviving droughts and limited feed where exotic breeds often fail. By improving their performance rather than replacing them\, researchers are promoting climate-smart adaptation rooted in local biodiversity. \nThe CBBPs inclusive as it integrates women and youth in breeding activities thereby creating employment opportunities\nThe initiative also fosters community solidarity. By pooling animals\, data\, and decision-making\, farmers are learning to operate collectively rather than as isolated individuals. This approach strengthens their bargaining power in the marketplace\, promotes knowledge sharing\, and builds resilience against shocks such as disease outbreaks or feed shortages. \n  \nFrom Research to Livelihood Impact \nFor NARO and its partners\, the CBBP rollout in Kibaale and Buliisa is a milestone in translating research into tangible livelihood impact. It bridges the gap between scientific knowledge and community action\, placing innovation directly in farmers’ hands. \n“Ultimately\, our goal is to produce a goat that grows faster\, gives twins or triplets\, and meets both household and market needs\,” said Dr. Nantongo. “We are not introducing a new breed — we are improving what farmers already have\, using science to amplify the best of local genetics.” \n  \nDr. Nantongo (C)explains the ultimate goal of producing goats that grow faster\, give twins or triplets\, and meet both household and market needs\nThe project’s data-driven structure ensures that every step is evidence-based. Through regular monitoring of growth\, reproduction\, and survival rates\, researchers and farmers can jointly evaluate progress and make informed breeding decisions. As the breeding cycles progress\, the programme will also generate critical information for national livestock policy and breed conservation efforts. In the long term\, Uganda could establish a national database of indigenous goat genetics\, supporting sustainable breeding beyond project sites. \n  \nGoats as a Pathway Out of Poverty \nGoat farming may seem modest\, but in rural Uganda\, it represents a vital economic lifeline. Goats are easier to raise than cattle\, reproduce quickly\, and fetch steady income from meat\, milk\, and skins. They also serve as a “bank on hooves” — an asset that can be sold in times of need. \n  \nAccording to NARO’s projections\, a well-managed flock of improved indigenous goats can more than double a household’s income within five years. As market demand for goat meat continues to rise both domestically and regionally\, farmers stand to benefit from better breeds\, improved husbandry\, and collective marketing. \n  \nThe handover of breeding bucks in Kibaale and Buliisa may appear symbolic\, but it marks the first step in a much larger transformation — one that blends traditional livestock wisdom with modern science\, community participation\, and climate resilience. \nAs the sun set over the hills of Kibaale and Buliisa\, farmers led their new breeding bucks into waiting pens — symbols of renewed hope. From here on\, the future of Uganda’s indigenous goat may well rest in the capable hands of the very communities that have kept it alive for generations. \nends
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/breeding-for-resilience-western-ugandas-farmers-take-charge-of-saving-the-indigenous-goat-thanks-to-aiccra-project/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
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SUMMARY:Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 Summit Africa’s Youth: Leading Collaboration\, Innovation and Implementation of Agri-Food Systems Transformation
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URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/africa-food-systems-forum-2025-summit-africas-youth-leading-collaboration-innovation-and-implementation-of-agri-food-systems-transformation/
LOCATION:Dakar\, Senegal
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241122T170000
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SUMMARY:UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29)
DESCRIPTION:  \nDate: 11–22 November\, 2024 \nKey information: COP29\, like its predecessors\, will focus on advancing the goals of the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement\, including efforts to limit global warming\, adapt to the impacts of climate change\, and mobilize financing for these activities. This conference will encompass several key meetings: the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 29)\, the 19th meeting of the COP as the Meeting of the Parties to the Kyoto Protocol (CMP 19)\, and the sixth meeting of the COP as the Meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement (CMA 6). \nhttps://unfccc.int/cop29
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/un-climate-change-conference-cop-29/
LOCATION:Baku\, Azerbaijan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
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SUMMARY:The 11th International Conference on Agriculture 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date: 19-20 September 2024 \nVenue: Bangkok\, Thailand \nKey Information: The 11th International Conference on Agriculture 2024\, will take place 19th – 20th September 2024\, Bangkok\, Thailand. It will explore the latest research\, ideas\, and solutions related to Agriculture. This conference is a unique opportunity to connect with leading educators\, researchers\, policymakers\, and other stakeholders from around the world. AGRICO 2024 will bring together a wide range of research and case studies from around the world. Link: https://agroconference.com/
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-11th-international-conference-on-agriculture-2024/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240906
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Food Technology\, Agriculture and Fisheries
DESCRIPTION:Venue: London\, United Kingdom \nDate: 4th-5th September 2024\nKey information: The International Conference on Food Technology\, Agriculture and Fisheries (ICFTAF – 2024) is organized by SciencePlus Global Research Forum. The ICFTAF conference is an international forum for the presentation of technological advances and research results in the fields of Food Technology\, Agriculture and Fisheries. The conference will bring together leading researchers\, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/international-conference-on-food-technology-agriculture-and-fisheries/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240905
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Forestry Food and Sustainable Agriculture (ICFFSA)
DESCRIPTION:Date: 4-September -2024 \nKey information: ICFFSA will bring together innovative academics and industrial experts in the field of Forestry Food and Sustainable Agriculture to a common forum. This Conference is sponsored by many International institutes. Link: \nhttps://wrfer.org/Conference/30733/ICFFSA/Opportunities_awards
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/international-conference-on-forestry-food-and-sustainable-agriculture-icffsa/
LOCATION:Geneva\, Switzerland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240907
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SUMMARY:The Africa Food Systems Forum 2024 Annual Summit
DESCRIPTION:Key information: The summit’s primary goal is to transform African food systems to ensure food security and foster job opportunities\, particularly for youth and women. The Africa Food Systems Forum 2024 using a multifaceted approach to addressing global challenges and opportunities in food systems transformation. The theme of the Summit is “Innovate\, Accelerate and Scale: Delivering food systems transformation in a digital and climate era.”\nhttps://agrf.org/
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-africa-food-systems-forum-2024-annual-summit/
LOCATION:Kigali\, Rwanda
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
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CREATED:20240819T083157Z
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Environment\, Agriculture and Biotechnology (ICEABT)
DESCRIPTION:Date: 2\, September 2024. \nKey information: The International Conference on Environment\, Agriculture and Biotechnology (ICEABT) is a prestigious event organized with a motivation to provide an excellent international platform for the academicians\, researchers\, engineers\, industrial participants and budding students around the world to share their research findings with the global experts.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/international-conference-on-environment-agriculture-and-biotechnology-iceabt/
LOCATION:Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240214
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SUMMARY:The Eighth Global Meeting of the Farmers’ Forum
DESCRIPTION:Key information: The Farmers’ Forum is a bottom-up dialogue on rural development and poverty reduction between farmers’ organizations\, IFAD and governments. The 2024 global meeting brings together more than 80 farmers’ leaders from around the world\, representing millions of smallholders and rural producers who work with IFAD and partner institutions. The meeting will take stock of progress\, strengths and areas to improve\, as well as how to strengthen co-ownership and participation.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-eighth-global-meeting-of-the-farmers-forum/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231213
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SUMMARY:UN Climate Change Conference
DESCRIPTION:Key information: UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year\, and are the world’s only multilateral decision-making forum on climate change with almost complete membership of every country in the world.  During COP 28\, the world will come together to agree on ways to address the climate crisis. More than 70\,000 delegates are expected to attend COP28\, including the member states. Business leaders\, youth\, climate scientists and other stakeholders. Link:  https://unfccc.int/cop28
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/un-climate-change-conference/
LOCATION:United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231110
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SUMMARY:The ICTforAg Digital Summit
DESCRIPTION:Dates: 7-9 November 2023 \nType: Virtual \nKey information: The ICTforAg Digital Summit convenes agricultural and tech stakeholders\, emphasizing digital innovation for agricultural development. It explores leveraging ICTs to tackle agricultural challenges\, boost productivity\, ensure sustainability\, and enhance food security\, featuring presentations\, discussions\, workshops\, and networking across sectors. The 2023 ICTforAg Summit\, hosted by CGIAR and DevGlobal in partnership with USAID and DAI’s Digital Frontiers\, will focus on utilizing digital technology appropriately\, effectively\, responsibly\, and inclusively in agriculture. The theme of “cultivating inclusion” aims to address challenges and disparities in the adoption and impact of digital technologies in low- and middle-income countries\, particularly for smallholder farmers. \n\nRead more
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-ictforag-digital-summit/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231112
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231031T082932Z
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SUMMARY:The 6th Africa Wide Agricultural Extension Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Key information: Under the theme Harnessing AEAS in Scaling Regenerative Agriculture and Nature Based Solutions for Food System Transformation in Africa\, the AFAAS convened Africa Wide Agricultural Extension Week is a unique avenue for sharing experiences and learning between professionals from different backgrounds\, strengthening interactions with policy-makers and investors and developing strategic partnerships. In addition\, the AAEW provides a platform to discuss AFAAS strategic directions and functioning\, new developments\, emerging needs\, paradigms and defining new directions for AEAS for the coming years. \nRead more
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-6th-africa-wide-agricultural-extension-week-2023/
LOCATION:Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231103
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231031T083809Z
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SUMMARY:The 1st African Conference of Agricultural Technology (ACAT)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: October 30 to November 2\, 2023\nVenue: Safari PARK Hotel\, Nairobi\, Kenya \nKey information: AATF\, will hold in the 1st African Conference of Agricultural Technology (ACAT)\, which is expected to bring together a dynamic community of agricultural researchers\, policymakers\, industry leaders\, and innovators to exchange ideas\, share best practices\, and explore innovative solutions that can enhance agricultural productivity in Africa. Themed “Agricultural Resilience through Innovation\,” the conference focuses on the centrality of science\, technology\, and innovation (STI) in fostering agricultural transformation on the continent. It will also provide an opportunity for in-depth discussions and consensus building on the barriers to technology development and transfer and generate higher policy-level interest at the continental level to resolve the identified challenges. \nRead more
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/the-1st-african-conference-of-agricultural-technology-acat/
LOCATION:Safari PARK Hotel\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231103
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231031T085655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T085655Z
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SUMMARY:Ruforum 19th AGM
DESCRIPTION:Dates: 28th October to 2nd November 2023\, \nVenue: Yaoundé\, Cameroon \nKey Information: The RUFORUM 19th AGM is hosted by the Government of the Republic of Cameroon and member universities in Cameroon from 29th October to 3rd November 2023 in Yaoundé\, Cameroon. The theme 19th RUFORUM AGM has a particular focus on engaging governments and development partners to support Higher Education in Africa and is organised under the theme “Transforming Higher Education to Sustainably Feed and Create Prosperity for Africa”. \nRead more
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/ruforum-19th-agm/
LOCATION:Yaoundé\, Cameroon
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231005
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231031T085943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T090501Z
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SUMMARY:World Agri-Food Innovation Forum (WAFI)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: 2-4 November\, 2023 \nVenue: Pinggu District\, Beijing\, China \nKey information: Under the theme\, Empowering Agrifood Innovation: Bridging Science\, Technology\, and Global Food Security\, the Forum is hosted by Beijing’s municipal government. The inaugural World Agrifood Innovation (WAFI) Conference\, is co-organised with government and several key stakeholders\, including China Agricultural University and CGIAR\, the event centers on the theme “Food Security & Future Agrifood.” It aims to foster international exchanges\, stimulate discussions on the latest agrifood innovations\, and promote industry-university collaborations. The conference comprises a main forum\, four thematic forums—including ones for university presidents and entrepreneurs—and the World Agrifood Science and Tech Expo. Parallel and sub-forums will cover areas such as smart agrifood\, bio breeding\, and sustainable development. International attendees\, from scientists to students\, are invited to contribute and collaborate. \nRead more
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/world-agri-food-innovation-forum-wafi/
LOCATION:Pinggu District\, Beijing\, China
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230303
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231115T161118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T161118Z
UID:10271-1677542400-1677801599@www.asareca.org
SUMMARY:Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development 2023
DESCRIPTION:The ninth session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development will be held on the theme\, ‘Accelerating the Inclusive and Green Recovery from Multiple Crises and the Integrated and Full Implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063’. The Forum is organized jointly by the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the Government of Niger\, in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC)\, the African Development Bank (AfDB)\, and other UN system entities. Link; www: https://www.uneca.org/arfsd2023
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/africa-regional-forum-on-sustainable-development-2023/
LOCATION:Niamey\, Niger
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221014
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231006T071912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T072315Z
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SUMMARY:Concept Note -Airtea Side Event During The 2022 Fao Science\, Innovation\, And Technology Forum
DESCRIPTION:Background\nMulti-Stakeholder Platforms (MSPs) have proven to be efficient to aligning research\, extension\, business\, policy\, agricultural production\, and other stakeholders’ activities in dealing with complex sustainability challenges in the agri-food sector. Significant interdependencies and uncertainties in the food system\, coupled with multiple perspectives and goals of various actors call for strengthening the capacities and relationships of these actors to address some of the challenges. More specifically\, is a need to strengthen the linkages among research\, extension\, policy\, and the private sector to improve the business climate in Africa’s ARD. Additionally\, the world bank notes that income from nonfarm wage employment averages 8% in African countries\, compared with 21% elsewhere. Therefore\, attention should be given to providing more concerted support for enterprises with high growth potential. Given that Africa has the most youthful population with a high rate of young job seekers\, support in this area is of utmost importance. \nAs such\, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA)\, Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA)\, and the East Africa Farmer Federation (EAFF)\, are implementing the project\, Strengthening Agricultural Knowledge & Innovation Ecosystem for Inclusive Rural Transformation & Livelihoods in Eastern Africa (AIRTEA)\, funded by the OACPS Research and Innovation Programme that is implemented by the Organization of African\, Caribbean\, and Pacific States (OACPS) with financial contribution from the European Union (EU). AIRTEA contributes to achieving sustainable agrarian livelihoods and rural transformation by fostering an inclusive innovation environment with three main outcomes. \n\nIncreased involvement of women and youth in East Africa in linking multi-stakeholder innovation platforms to practical solutions within national\, regional and global food systems.\nTechnologies\, knowledge and innovations taken up by the stakeholders involved in the national and regional Agricultural Business Learning Alliance platforms (ABLA).\nImproved profitability and employment opportunities along agricultural commodity value chains. In this regard\, the AIRTEA consortium will convene a side-event during the FAO Science\, Technology\, and Innovation Forum for 2022 which will take place in October 2022. This concept note outlines the objectives and expected outcome of the side-event. The topic for discussion will be: Strengthening Science\, Innovation and Agribusiness Linkage: Leveraging Multi-stakeholder Platforms (MSPs) for Resilient and Sustainable Food System.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/concept-note-airtea-side-event-during-the-2022-fao-science-innovation-and-technology-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Past Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201114
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
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SUMMARY:National Agricultural Research Organization - Makerere University (NARO-MAK)\, Third Joint Scientific Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nThe National Agricultural Research Organisation & Makerere University College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (NARO-MAK) are organizing the 3rd International Scientific Conference dubbed NARO-MAK 2020 to be held in Kampala\, Uganda between 10 – 13 November\, 2020 under the Theme: Innovations for Enhancing Productivity\, and Agro-Industrialization. \nThe conference is aimed at providing for presentation of keynote and scientific papers\, and success stories. Additionally\, it will accommodate exhibition of technologies\, innovations\, products and information materials emanating from research and related development programmes. Lead papers will be presented by persons with wide experience on topical issues of concern in relation to the theme in order to stimulate discussions that will lead to drawing recommendations. The four-day conference will therefore consist of keynote addresses\, thematic panel and group discussions during plenary sessions\, well as parallel break-out sessions. \nEmphasis is to be put on evidence based dialogue on the practical issues on agriculture\, with special focus on innovations for agro-industrialization\, and to create opportunity for audiences to show case advances in research and innovation that can contribute to development and transformation of the agricultural sector. This conference therefore seeks to engage stakeholders including government\, research and innovation systems and development partners to find options for towards accelerated agro-industrialization on the African continent. \nConference Sub-Themes \n\nChallenges and Opportunities in Mechanization and Agro-Industrialization\nModernizing Post-Harvest Management and Food Safety Systems\nIntensification Crop Productivity and Seed Systems\nAccelerating Development of the Livestock-Based Industry\nManaging Interactions among Agriculture\, Fragile Ecosystems and Changing Environment\nEmbracing ICT-Based Innovations for Agricultural Transformation
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/national-agricultural-research-organization-makerere-university-naro-mak-third-joint-scientific-conference/
LOCATION:Kampala\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:Past Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201031
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
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SUMMARY:8th International Conference On Sustainable Development
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nEuropean Center of Sustainable Development in collaboration with Canadian Institute of Technology will organize the 8th ICSD 2020 International Conference on Sustainable Development\, with particular focus on Environmental\, Economic and Socio-Cultural Sustainability.\nThe Conference theme : Creating a unified foundation for the Sustainable Development: Research\, Practice and Education\nThe 8th ICSD 2020 will be an excellent opportunity to share your ideas and research findings relevant to the Sustainability Science\, through the European network of academics. This interdisciplinary forum is for scholars\, teachers\, and practitioners from any professional discipline who share an interest in—and concern for— sustainability in an holistic perspective\, where environmental\, cultural\, economic and social concerns intersect. Papers will be published in Open Access EJSD Journal (Thompson Reuters) and Proceedings.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/8th-international-conference-on-sustainable-development/
LOCATION:Itally\, Rome
CATEGORIES:Past Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181018
DTSTAMP:20260405T003906
CREATED:20231006T090131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T094604Z
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SUMMARY:2nd International Conference on Food Safety and Security
DESCRIPTION:With the vast majority of the world hungry living in developing countries\, local solutions are required to address all the sustainable development goals in order to transform our world and create The Future We Want. Food security and food safety are critical issues internationally\, this forum will allow world leaders in this field to engage in high level research conversations enabling South Africa to showcase innovation and indigenous knowledge in this field of research thereby strengthening international collaboration.  Theme: Next Generation Food Safety Technologies addressing Sustainable Development Goals. The transition in the concept of Food Security from the 1950s to date has been strategic and inclusive towards ensuring sustainable access and availability of safe and nutritious foods. The trend has shifted from self-sufficiency in major staples through access to sufficient food (Food and Agricultural Organization World Food Conference of 1974)\, to present day concept stating that Food Security is achieved when all people\, at all times\, have physical\, social and economic access to sufficient\, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life (FAO World Food Summit\, 1996). Food security is pivoted on four major aspects\, which are availability\, access\, stability and utilization.
URL:https://www.asareca.org/event/2nd-international-conference-on-food-safety-and-security/
LOCATION:Pretoria\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Past Events
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