The conference focused on enhancing yields of key cereals like sorghum and millet through innovation.
Ghana hosts West African consultative meeting to transform dryland agriculture
The West Africa Regional Consultation Conference, organized by CIMMYT and the African Drylands Crop Improvement Network in Accra, addressed pressing issues in the region’s agricultural sector, notably in dryland farming amid climate change. CIMMYT’s Dr. Paswel Marenya emphasized the need to boost yields of crucial cereals like sorghum and millet through innovative practices discussed at the conference. With 47 scientists from nine countries participating, the event aimed to foster collaboration and drive tangible improvements in food security and livelihoods across West Africa.
Brandon Moss is the Editor of AgriFocus Africa, where he leads editorial coverage on African agriculture, agribusiness, food security, and rural development. With a strong focus on market intelligence, policy analysis, and industry trends, he oversees content that connects producers, investors, and decision-makers across the continent’s agricultural value chain.
