Cameroon government strengthens partnership with IITA for agricultural innovation delivery

The Cameroon Minister for Scientific Research and Innovation (MINRESI), Dr Madeleine Tchuinte, during a high-level visit to IITA-CGIAR's office in Cameroon, has emphasized the government's commitment to leveraging IITA-CGIAR's agricultural research and innovation expertise to strengthen development partnerships, particularly in food security and agriculture.

During the visit, the Minister toured the IITA-CGIAR's state-of-the-art research facilities in Cameroon, including the tissue culture and soil analysis laboratories, offering tangible insights into the institute's advanced research capabilities. She underscored the importance of enhancing the capacity of national agricultural research systems, seed producers, small and medium enterprises, and farmer cooperatives. The aim is to strengthen the country's seed systems so that farmers can increase productivity and achieve food security from the ground up - starting with the household level.

IITA-CGIAR has been active in Cameroon for over a decade, achieving significant milestones in agricultural productivity, nutrition security, and sustainability.

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