NACGRAB

Approval of the Moorbeta Chicken Breed developed by the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, led by breeder Dr. Tiamiyu Adesina, at the National Committee session hosted by the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology. 🐔 #NACGRAB #VarietalRelease

Final day at the National Committee on Naming, Registration and Release of Crop Varieties, Livestock Breeds and Fisheries, as deliberations conclude at the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology, Ibadan. 🤝🌱 #

JUST IN: The presentation of candidate livestock breeds for nomination consideration continues today at the Technical Sub-Committee session hosted by the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology in Ibadan. 🐐🐔 #varietalreleasecommittee #NACGRAB #NABDA

A cross-sectional view of participants during the ongoing Technical Sub-Committee session at the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology meeting in Ibadan. 🌱

Candidate crop varieties are now being presented for nomination consideration at the Technical Sub-Committee Meeting of the National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology in Ibadan. 🌱 selected samples:

Happening now: The National Center for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology begins its Technical Sub-Committee Meeting on Crop Variety Release in Ibadan. Strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural future. 🌾 #NACGRAB #FoodSecurity #Agriculture

Dr. Anthony Okere, Director of NACGRAB, continues to champion greater access to genetic resources—especially for farmers—by strengthening links to the national genebank biodiversity. Preserving today for food security tomorrow #NARBDA #CropTrust #FAO

Coconuts are more than food: they’re culture, livelihoods and a multi-billion-dollar industry 🌴. In 2024, the Crop Trust & International Coconut Community joined forces to safeguard its diversity and support coconut genebanks. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3kbcytcv

NACGRAB joined the JDPM/RUDEP Farmers’ Forum today, reaffirming our commitment to sustainable agriculture and farmer empowerment in Nigeria through diversity conservation. 🌾🤝 #IITA #NigerianFarmersAssociation #CropTrust

NACGRAB team led by Dr. Ibidun Adetiloye visited Akufo Farm Settlement to raise awareness on the Plant Treaty’s benefit-sharing system. Farmers show interest and are willing to explore genebank diversity #ITPGRFA #biodiversityinternational-CIAT #PlantTreaty #ABS #SeedSovereignty

Happy Birthday to our Director, Dr. Anthony Okere! Your dedication and leadership at NACGRAB light the path for growth and innovation. Cheers to many more fulfilling years!🎂🍾 @CropTrust @iitagrc

🎓 Celebration of Excellence! NACGRAB held its 1st Valedictory Lecture in honor of Dr. Sunday Ezekiel Aladele, former Director/CEO, on his retirement. Theme: “Three Decades of Navigating Plant Genetic Resources Conservation and Utilization Landscape in Nigeria.” 🌿 @nabdanig

NACGRAB held its 1st Valedictory Lecture in honor of Dr. Sunday Ezekiel Aladele, former Director/CEO. Theme: “Three Decades of Navigating Plant Genetic Resources Conservation and Utilization Landscape in Nigeria.” 🎓 Celebration of Excellence! @CropTrust @iitagrc @nabdanig

NACGRAB held its 1st Valedictory Lecture in honor of Dr. Sunday Ezekiel Aladele, former Director/CEO. Theme: “Three Decades of Navigating Plant Genetic Resources Conservation and Utilization Landscape in Nigeria.” 🎓 Celebration of Excellence! @CropTrust @iitagrc @nabdanig

Seeds for Tomorrow workshop, co-hosted by the Crop Trust and @UCamArchaeology, brought together experts to address the global knowledge gap on crop diversity, as identified by @IPBES. Genebanks are key to this effort. Join the new community of practice at seeds4tomorrow.net

Day 2 of Seed Monitoring with the Germplasm Users Group (GUG) in Niger State — deeper insights, stronger partnerships, and continued commitment to seed resilience. #CropTrust #FAO"

Users Engagement Team joined Seed Monitoring of disseminated seeds with the Germplasm Users Group (GUG) in Niger State — strengthening collaboration for resilient crops. #CropTrust #FAO"

🖥️ Hands-on Exercise Participants practiced searching & requesting materials in databases, guided by Dr. Tchamba, Ranti Afolabi & Emily. 🌱 Join Day 2 zoom link us02web.zoom.us/j/83115464403 #CropTrust #FAO #NACGRAB #ABS @iitagrc

🌞 Day 2 of the MLS-ABS Workshop in Ibadan begins! Today’s sessions focus on strengthening collaboration, capacity building & practical steps for Plant Treaty implementation. 🌱🌍 Join Day 2 zoom link: us02web.zoom.us/j/83115464403 #FAO #NACGRAB #PGRFA

🌞 Day 2 of the MLS-ABS Workshop in Ibadan begins! Today’s sessions focus on strengthening collaboration, capacity building & practical steps for Plant Treaty implementation. 🌱🌍 Join Day 2 zoom link us02web.zoom.us/j/83115464403 @iitagrc @CropTrust @CropTrust @FAO @nabdanig #farmers