By Dr Tadessa Daba Before the inception of the Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) chapter in Ethiopia, there was no platform to share information, knowledge and discuss the issues of biosafety regulation. Luckily, African Agriculture Technology Foundation (AATF) accepted Ethiopia to join OFAB in 2014. Then various networking among biotech-affiliated professionals and discussion forums […]
Read More(Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) The government of Ethiopia has lauded AATF for implementing projects that have impacted the agricultural landscape, with a lot of potential to address unique agricultural production challenges that the country faces. ‘‘The Ministry of Innovation and Technology appreciates the collaboration between the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR) and AATF. I am […]
Read MoreIn the dynamic landscape of biotechnology regulation in Africa, the ability to effectively communicate during crises is indispensable. Yet, many organizations find themselves ill-equipped to navigate such challenges with confidence and precision. Crisis communication within the realm of biotechnology regulation demands a strategic blend of agility, accuracy, and trust maintenance, underscoring the imperative for proactive […]
Read More(Kaduna, Nigeria: September 13, 2023) Prof. Ishiyaku Mohammed, Executive Director of the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), Zaria, has called on farmers to continue to trust scientists who work daily to improve agricultural productivity on the African continent. Prof. Mohammed gave the charge while addressing farmers at the Seeing-Is-Believing tour organized by the TELA Maize […]
Read More[Nairobi, Kenya; August 2023] A group of international and national researchers working on a biotech potato project are upbeat in developing and delivering potato varieties that are free from the destructive late blight disease in Kenya. The researchers are currently evaluating the prospects of four genetically modified biotech potato varieties through Confined Field Trials (CFTs) […]
Read More(Abuja: September 14, 2023) The umbrella body for all seed companies in Nigeria, SEEDAN is soliciting the support of the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) to strengthen the seed sub-sector and place the issues of quality seeds as a priority for the government. The newly elected President of SEEDAN, Mr. Yusuf Kibiya who made the […]
Read More(Nigeria, Abuja: August 30, 2023): Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has said that inadequate integration of technologies in the agricultural sector in Africa has contributed to low yields and increased post-harvest losses. Dr. Jonathan said this during his official unveiling as AATF Goodwill Ambassador at a ceremony […]
Read MoreHis Excellency Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan is the former President, the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. He began his political career in 1999 when he was first elected Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State and was decorated with the Best Performing Deputy Governor Award by the Institute of Public Administrators of Nigeria in […]
Read More(Farako-Ba: August 10, 2023) A cross-section of stakeholders comprising seed companies and farmer organisations in Burkina Faso have commended the prolific nature of the Pod Borer Resistant cowpea saying they can’t wait to have it on their fields. The group which included Dr. Traoré Doulaye from Tho and Gnire (former chief of Cotton programme at […]
Read MoreTechnology is undoubtedly the new world order, impacting all spheres of modern existence. From agriculture to medicine, the driving forces are science, technology and innovation (STI), all of which rely heavily on rigorous research and development. Agriculture plays a pivotal role in Africa’s economic agenda, contributing significantly to employment, food security, and economic growth. It […]
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