Jerry Nboyine, a Senior Research Scientist and Entomologist at the Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (SARI) is a testament to the power of curiosity and dedication in the world of agricultural science. As one of the key figures behind the development of Pod Borer Resistant (PBR) Cowpea across Africa, he has carved a remarkable path in…
Nabdam District, Upper East Region, Ghana In an ambitious stride toward sustainable agricultural intensification, the EWA BELT Consortium, in collaboration with partners from across East and West Africa, embarked on an illuminating field trip to the Nabdam District in Ghana’s Upper East Region. Agricultural Discovery and Collaboration The trip, which unfolded on the 4th day…
Tamale, Ghana – 6th September 2023 – The TERRA Africa project, a pioneering initiative focused on establishing sustainable regenerative agriculture technologies in Africa, officially launched at the UDS Dungu Campus in Tamale, Ghana. This transformative project, generously funded by The Nippon Foundation and implemented in collaboration with the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), marks a significant…
Experts and Stakeholders Convene in Tamale to Foster Sustainable Farming Tamale, Ghana – In a bustling conference room at the Mariam Hotel in Tamale, Ghana, the future of African agriculture is taking shape. The EWA BELT consortium, comprising a diverse range of experts, institutions, and partners, has gathered from the 4th to the 8th of…
Ghana is poised to release its first locally developed genetically modified (GM) cowpea, the Bt Songotra variety, for commercial cultivation by the end of the year. This groundbreaking achievement comes courtesy of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Savannah Agriculture Research Institute (SARI), which has successfully produced early-generation seeds and is working towards their…
Agriculture is the lifeblood of Ghana’s economy, contributing around 20% of its GDP and sustaining the majority of its rural population. However, this critical sector is under threat due to its heavy reliance on rain-fed production systems, making it highly vulnerable to environmental changes. Climate change and variability are wreaking havoc on Ghana’s agriculture.…