The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI) recently hosted 197 farmers from Kpalsogu, Dimabi, Dundo, Tingoli, Cheyoni, Zulanyili, and Nyankpala at its newly inaugurated Technology Park. This visit introduced farmers to advanced agricultural innovations designed to boost productivity and promote sustainability in the region. A Hub for Practical Learning and Innovation…
CSIR-SARI Collaborates with Seed Companies to Boost Agricultural Productivity The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI) has taken a significant step toward transforming agriculture in Ghana by engaging seed companies from the northern region at its Technology Park in Nyankpala. The event provided an interactive platform for seed producers to explore…
In Northern Ghana, farmers are no strangers to the challenges of unpredictable weather, declining soil fertility, and low crop yields. Yet, a groundbreaking initiative, the Nutrient-Catalyzed Agricultural Transformation (NUTCAT) project, is offering a ray of hope. Spearheaded by the Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (SARI) and the African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI), this project is revolutionizing…
The CSIR-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI), in partnership with the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Peanut (PIL), recently held its highly anticipated Green Field Day. The event brought together farmers, researchers, out-grower businesses, and agricultural service providers to share transformative insights into groundnut production. This initiative, part of the Ghana Market Systems and Resilience…
In many parts of Africa, indigenous leafy vegetables, though often overlooked in formal research and policy frameworks, have long played a critical role in ensuring food and nutritional security. These underappreciated crops, cherished for their resilience and nutritional benefits, continue to sustain communities, particularly in rural areas. However, efforts to enhance their cultivation and utilization…
Farmers gathered on the 26th and 28th of September 2024 to participate in Green Field Day, an event designed to showcase a groundbreaking agricultural innovation that promises to transform yam farming in the country. Organized by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI) and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)…