IITA Ibadan Quick facts

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IITA is a leading research organization based in Ibadan, Nigeria, dedicated to agricultural development across Africa. IITA focuses on improving food security, enhancing livelihoods, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices through research and innovation. Its work spans key crops such as cassava, yam, maize, and cowpea, aiming to increase productivity while addressing challenges like climate change, pests, and disease.

Quick Facts
Founded: 1967
Headquarters: Ibadan, Nigeria
Mission: To enhance food security, improve livelihoods, and promote sustainable agriculture in tropical regions.
Focus Crops: Cassava, yam, maize, cowpea, banana, and soybean.
Research Areas: Crop improvement, pest and disease management, soil fertility, climate change resilience, and agricultural sustainability.
Impact: IITA’s work has helped boost agricultural productivity across Africa, benefiting millions of smallholder farmers.
Collaborations: Works with governments, private sector, and research institutions worldwide.

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