Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute

Today, a high-level technical delegation comprising representatives from the Sierra Leone Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS), Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute (SLARI), and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) visited IITA headquarters. The strategic visit focused on knowledge exchange and technical learning from IITA’s advanced cassava value chain systems, as Sierra Leone advances the implementation of its IsDB Cassava Value Chain Development Project. The delegation met with the IITA Senior Management Team, led by Deputy Director General, Partnerships for Delivery, Tahirou Abdoulaye, to discuss ways to deepen collaboration and strengthen regional partnerships. The visit also featured a tour of IITA’s cassava-related facilities and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). With collaboration driving innovation, this engagement marks another important step toward transforming cassava systems, boosting food security, and creating greater opportunities for farmers and agribusinesses across Africa. #CassavaValueChain #FoodSecurity #AgriculturalInnovation #AfricanAgriculture #IITAPartnerships

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SLARI, @IFAD, @isdb_group, @TheOPECFund & MAFS concluded a stakeholders engagement to enhance livestock development in Sierra Leone! The team discussed the enhancement of livestock research, veterinary services, breeds, climate-smart practices, and rural livelihoods development.

SLARI received Dr. Kabore Bila Roger, a consultant from @CORAFNews, on a courtesy call ahead of his field visit to the Rokupr Agricultural Research Centre. The visit forms part of the evaluation of the @FsrpWa project under Sub-component 2.1. #MAFS #CORAF #FSRP #Worldbankgroup

Good health begins with daily choices. Every sip of nutritious soymilk from soybeans fuels your body, strengthens your system, and brings you closer to a healthier, vibrant you. Embrace simple habits, as lasting wellness starts with what you choose today. @FsrpWa @IITA_CGIAR

Post-Harvest Connect 2026 in Abuja gathered stakeholders across Africa’s agricultural chain to tackle post-harvest losses. The event included farmers, researchers, agribusiness leaders, policymakers, and partners to find solutions for storage, processing, and market access.

Cassava continues to play a key role in Feed Salone, supporting farmers and strengthening food systems. @IITA_CGIAR @ministry_a16484 @WorldBankGroup @FsrpWa @hmkpaka

6 steps Of Cassava weed management: Effective cassava production depends on proper weed management. Discover six recommended steps in the link below: youtu.be/c-B4l5MLmo8?si… via @YouTube @FsrpWa @IITA_CGIAR @TheWorldBank_Wn @ministry_a16484 @hmkpaka

SLeSCA, in partnership with @IITA_CGIAR, @ministry_a16484, and @FsrpWa organizes a 3-day training of 75 Foundation Seed Producers on Compliance and Certification of Foundation Seed Producers for Cassava, Maize, and Soybeans at Taiama. @WorldBankGroup @

NaFRA kicks off a 3-day training at Taia Resort (8–10 April 2026) for @FsrpWa/@IITA_CGIAR beneficiaries (commercial seed producers). Theme: Enhancing farmers’ knowledge & access to quality fertilizer and bridging the utilization gap. #FeedSalone @WorldBankGroup @ministry_a16484

IITA kicks off its WASH Retreat in Freetown! Theme: Climate Change Minister Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka reaffirms commitment to Feed Salone through IITA collaboration Driving innovation. Strengthening resilience. Securing food systems @IITA_CGIAR @WorldBankGroup @Taat_Africa

@IITA_CGIAR @FsrpWa @WorldBankGroup @UNDPSierraLeone @UniversityNjala Concluding the 2nd Annual Review Meeting and approving the budget for the third year implementation of the IITA Technical Assistance to the Feed Salone Strategy. This is a World Bank-funded project through FSRP

The IITA Technical Assistance to the Feed Salone Strategy, a project funded by the World Bank through FSRP, kick off its 2nd Annual Review & Planning Meeting today at the Radisson Blu Hotel, in collaboration with MAFS, SLARI, and its partners, to present the achievements made.

@IITA_CGIAR/ @FsrpWa, in collaboration with SLARI, kicked off a 4-day training focusing on Project & Financial Management for project teams and partners. The training covers topics including planning, achieving excellence, project management, and project sustainability & impact.

The training for #FSRP communications specialists on techniques for writing success stories has concluded, equipping them with new skills, including the World Bank’s STAR approach. A field visit to Sangalkam & Ngaparou enabled the data collection & the development of pitches.

From 9 to 13 March 2026, more than 30 communication and monitoring & evaluation specialists from FSRP participating countries and regional institutions are taking part in a capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening their skills in developing impactful success stories.

SLARI kick-start its Annual Work Program Conference at Rokupr Agricultural Research Centre, where Mr John Sesay from MAFS launched the SLARI Strategic Plan (2026-2035). The plan will strategically guide research activities for the success of the Feed Salone Initiative (Pillar II)

@FsrpWa / @IITA_CGIAR, in collaboration with SLARI and Sierra Agro-based Industry, kick-starts a 3-day entrepreneurs' training on Soybean value addition and Agribusiness development at Sierra Bo Garri Processing Company, off Tikonko Road, Bo City.

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