The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, in collaboration with the World Bank, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, in collaboration with the World Bank, Economic Community of West African States , Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research for Africa , International Institute of Tropical Agriculture , Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa and CORAF – West and Central Africa Council for Agricultural Research Development, have agreed to work towards promoting a regional hub for fertiliser and soil health for West Africa and the Sahel.
They also noted that the development would combine cutting-edge laboratory testing and training facilities with cross-sector experts to support development of advanced soil health and fertiliser technologies in West Africa and the Sahel. He noted that the hub leverages a step-change in coordination and collaboration to tackle the critical agricultural production challenges in the region by promoting sustainable soil health and optimum fertiliser practices that will enhance the sustainability and resilience of agricultural production and food security.
“By leveraging our extensive research experience and collaborating with key stakeholders, we will empower farmers with the knowledge and tools to improve soil health and achieve sustainable food security across the region.”
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