NSPRI and SAA Forge Partnership for Agricultural Advancement

The Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) and Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) recently engaged in a pivotal meeting to explore collaborative opportunities aimed at propelling agricultural development in Nigeria. The meeting centered around potential networking opportunities and synergies, with a focus on integrating NSPRI’s post-harvest technologies into SAA’s extension model and joint research initiatives to address emerging agricultural challenges and thus leverage combined expertise to develop innovative solutions that benefit smallholder farmers and enhance food security.

 The meeting resulted in a shared commitment to establish a task force responsible for drafting a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that outlines the scope, roles, and responsibilities of the collaboration. The envisioned outcomes include the development of a joint framework for monitoring and evaluating the impact of the partnership on farmer’s livelihoods, as well as capacity building and training for extension workers to effectively disseminate NSPRI’s innovations.

The collaborative synergy between NSPRI and SAA marks a significant step towards fostering agricultural advancement in Nigeria. By harnessing their respective strengths and expertise, both organizations aim to create a lasting impact on the agricultural landscape, setting a precedent for future collaborations in the sector.