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IITA

5/19/2025, 8:46:15 AM

*Invisible threats: Addressing food safety risks in Africa’s informal markets to protect future generations* Have you ever paused to ponder the safety of the food on your plate? It is a question often overshadowed by concerns of availability and nutritional value, especially in many African communities grappling with food insecurity. Learn more: http://blogs.iita.org/index.php/invisible-threats-addressing-food-safety-risks-in-africas-informal-markets-to-protect-future-generations/

IITA

5/19/2025, 7:43:11 AM

*YAS* Exciting times at IITA_CGIAR Abuja as we hosted the NLinNigeria delegation. We proudly showcased how their support empowers youth in agribusiness. From value addition to climate-smart methods, our participants prove that agriculture is rewarding and sustainable. #YAS_22

IITA

5/22/2025, 7:28:39 AM

*IITA and Ondo State to partner on advancing agricultural agenda* On 6 May, the Senior Special Adviser (SSA) on Agriculture and Agribusiness to the Ondo State Governor, Honorable Rotimi Akinsola, led a delegation to the IITA–CGIAR headquarters in Ibadan. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mt7gCT

IITA

5/19/2025, 8:48:21 AM

*Biological control without borders: IITA’s leadership in sustainable plant health solutions* Indian Council of Agricultural Research and FAO commend IITA for the successful biocontrol of cassava and mango mealybugs. Learn more: https://blogs.iita.org/index.php/biological-control-without-borders-iitas-leadership-in-sustainable-plant-health-solutions/

IITA

5/15/2025, 7:29:53 AM

*Advocating for digital agriculture to transform African food systems in Foresight Africa report* IITA Director General and CGIAR Regional Director for Africa, Dr Simeon Ehui, has co-authored a pivotal article in the Brookings Institution’s Foresight Africa 2025–2030 report with Dr Khuloud Odeh, CGIAR Global Director for Digital and Data. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZhAtXu

IITA

5/20/2025, 7:53:53 AM

Tropics are beautiful. 💚💚 🌱🌴☘️🌳🍀🌵🌾⚘ #iita #tropics

IITA

5/27/2025, 7:36:36 AM

🎉 We’re going LIVE at IITA_CGIAR HQ celebrating ChildrensDay2025 with 200+ kids from 6 Oyo schools! 🌱 Theme: “Growing the Future: Empowering Young Minds for Food Security and Sustainability” #happychildrenday #iita

IITA

5/26/2025, 2:45:27 PM

Last week at IITA, we celebrated a remarkable leader & colleague, Dr. Kenton Dashiell, our DDG for Partnerships for Delivery Ken’s legacy in African agriculture, from pioneering soybean breeding to catalyzing partnerships, has touched millions of lives. #HumansofIITA

IITA

5/15/2025, 7:33:05 AM

*Harnessing roots and tubers to strengthen Malawi’s economy* At the dissemination workshop for Malawi’s roots and tuber crops markets, the Malawi government has asked producers and processors to take advantage of the import ban directive on some products to produce more to meet the domestic market demand. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SII6Cx

IITA

5/14/2025, 2:08:02 PM

1. 👨🏻‍🌾 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: The foundation of human survival, nurturing life through the cultivation of crops, raising animals, and managing natural resources. 2. 👨🏻‍💻 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: The powerhouse behind modern agriculture, driving the entire supply chain—from seed production to food processing, marketing, and distribution. 📈📉𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬: • Agriculture focuses on production, while agribusiness covers the entire economic ecosystem from farm to fork. • Agriculture involves farmers and agronomists, while agribusiness includes managers, marketers, and financial experts. #Agriculture #Agribusiness #Farming #Innovation #Sustainability #FoodSystems