by Administrator | Oct 24, 2023 | Africa
A resilient crop that’s packed with fiber and minerals, beans are a vital source of protein for millions of Africans, and a key source of income for farmers. But climate change means this staple is under threat. Up to 60% of areas that grow beans in sub-Saharan Africa...
by Administrator | Sep 8, 2023 | News
PABRA was chosen from a field of 598 nominees from 47 countries by a preeminent panel of judges with experience and leadership in Africa agriculture. Dar es Salaam, 7th September 2023. The Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) has been honored with the prestigious...
by Administrator | Jun 16, 2023 | Malawi, Women
By Yohane Chideya, Eluid Birachi, Wilson Nkhata, Jefferson Munyao & Jean Claude Rubyogo The time Thokozani Unyolo was starting her legume Seed Company in Malawi called Afriseed in 2013, she saw a gap that needed to be filled at all costs. At that time, Malawi...
by Administrator | Jun 15, 2023 | Africa, Beans
Beans are tiny but mighty! Beans are an important food protein and farm crop for more than 300 million Africans. ISABU bean breeding team making crossings to develop climate-resilient bean varieties. For over 25 years, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation...
by Administrator | May 19, 2023 | News
Dear family, friends and loved ones of Roger Kirkby, At this time of deep sadness, the Crops for Nutrition and Health team wants to express their sincere condolences on the loss of Roger. The news of his passing has left a void in the scientific world and the bean...