This workshop aims to equip Seed Field Technicians working in seed companies across the country with hands-on training on the standards and protocols for foundation and certified seed production. 3/3 #WACCI

In his opening remarks, Prof. Eric Danquah, Founding Director of WACCI, highlighted the urgent need to transform Ghana's agriculture. He added that equipping Seed Growers with the necessary skills and knowledge would help lay the groundwork for a more productive agriculture. 2/3

Currently underway is a Seed Grower's Training Workshop in Koforidua, as part of the Ghana Early Generation Seed (EGS) Phase II project, organized by WACCI in collaboration with NASTAG, CSIR-SARI, and CSIR-CRI. 1/3 AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. U.S. Embassy Ghana

Dr. Sylvester Addy, Research Scientist and Head of the Department for Legume and Oil Seed at CSIR - CRI facilitated a session on Groundnut Seed Production and Mr. Abdul Rashid Issah, Assistant Research Scientist at CSIR-SARI , facilitated a session on Soybean Seed Production. 2/2

On Day 1 of WACCI’s Seed Growers Training Workshop, seed technicians working in seed companies were trained on the standards for foundation and certified seed production. Prof. Pangairayi Tongoona, WACCI, facilitated a session on Seed Production in Maize. 1/2 AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems.

WACCI NSPs participated in a National Youth Conference, organized by AGRA in collaboration with Mastercard Foundation, to celebrate the 2024 International Youth Day. #WACCI #AgricultureForYouth

A proud moment for WACCI as we congratulate our alumnus, Dr. Moses Adeolu Adebayo, on his appointment as the Dean, Faculty of Agriculture at Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Nigeria. Congratulations, Dr. Adebayo! #WACCI #WACCIAlumni

Participants also visited the research field of Legacy Crop Improvement Centre, where they received hands-on training in maize and cowpea seed production. 2/2 #WACCI #AGRAPIATA #FoodSystems #CapacityBuilding #seedproduction

On Day 2 of WACCI’s Seed Growers Training Workshop, Dr. Sylvester Addy, Head of the Legume and Oil Seeds Department at CSIR-CRI led a session on Cowpea Seed Production. 1/2 #WACCI #AGRAPIATA #FoodSystems #CapacityBuilding #seedproduction

This forms part of their visit to Zhejiang University, China, under the China-Africa Institute Partnership Program aimed at enhancing rice breeding in Africa. 2/2 #WACCI #ChinaAfrica

A team from WACCI, led by the Founding Director, Prof. Eric Danquah, paid a visit to Happer Seeds and other agricultural facilities in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, to gain insights on modern technologies in rice breeding. 1/2 Eric Danquah

Prof. GUAN Xueyin, Director of the Advanced Seed Institute,provided a brief overview of both the University and the Institute. Discussions during the meeting centered on rice breeding and the China-Africa Institute Partnership Program. 2/2 #WACCI #ZhejiangUniversity

On August 21, 2024, a team from WACCI, led by Founding Director Prof. Eric Danquah, visited the College of Agriculture and Biotechnology, Institute of Crop Science, Zhejiang University. 1/2

Ghana's Ambassador to China, Dr. Winfred Nii Okai Hammond lauds WACCI-Zhejiang University partnership in Hangzhou today and commits to carrying the WACCI story along as an Ambassador of Goodwill. #WACCI

The discussion focused on gaining insights into the operations of both Centres and exploring potential areas of collaboration. 2/2

Today, we hosted a team from the Centre d'Excellence Régional sur les Sciences Aviaires (CERSA), Université de Lomé, led by the Director Prof. Jacob Kokou Tona. 1/2

I'm excited to be back in Kigali, Rwanda, where I had the privilege of receiving the 2022 Africa Food Prize. This city holds a special place in my heart, and I'm thrilled to be part of the #AFSForum2024, an event that continues to shape the future of Africa's food systems.

Engaging discussions during our panel session this afternoon at #AFSF2024. Strengthening African Centres of Excellence in genetic innovation is essential to driving the seed systems forward.

Last month, a technical team from University of Ghana visited #Wuxi to learn about China's advanced rice breeding techniques. In recent years, Wuxi experts have shared superior rice seeds & techniques with #Ghana and helped nurture agricultural talent for West Africa. #ChinaAfrica #FOCAC

Last month, a technical team from University of Ghana visited #Wuxi, #Jiangsu to learn about China's advanced rice breeding techniques. In recent years, #Wuxi experts have shared superior rice seeds and techniques with #Ghana🇬🇭 and helped nurture agricultural talent for West Africa.