Summary

In the digital landscape of agricultural research, AfricaRice stands as a vital platform for GDI Program, SPE, RSD, PII, and Request for Germplasm initiatives, aiming to advance Rice research and GEM technology globally. Member Countries across the continent collaborate through the Council of Ministers and National Experts Committee to ensure Biodiversity is prioritized alongside Climate change adaptation strategies. The organization's work focuses on Gender equality, Knowledge Management, Nutrition, and Youth employment while supporting Rice Advisers, Weed Managers, and innovative Varieties.

Strategic goals include Smart-valleys mapping and PLAR adoption to boost productivity, with Seed Capital providing essential resources for the Farmers-to-Paste model. GARDI (Growth and Agribusiness R&D Infrastructure Institute) plays a critical role, integrating SDGs to create Innovation Platforms for Innovation Platforms, such as CIPRiSSA, while Impact measurement and financial Financial Statements provide accountability. Field Guides, Tools, and Databases assist researchers in Databases and Impact, ensuring a Success story for Success stories. News updates remain central to monitoring News events, Events, and Events trends like MEL and CGIAR collaborations. Capacity Development, Innovation, and Varieties management are the cornerstone of this sustainable model, fostering Innovation for Success stories and Innovation.
* AfricaRice serves as the central hub, while Board of Trustees oversees the organization's Strategies and Mission. Policy support and Policies ensure Stakeholders and Partners engage effectively.
* The Organization's Work spans diverse areas: Capacity building, GDI Program and SPE Program support, Rice Advice, Seed Capital, Innovation hubs, and Impact measurement.
* Rice remains a priority, driving GARDI growth, Varieties development, and Policy frameworks to secure Nutrition, Gender, and Youth employment.
* Technology, Innovation, and Biodiversity centers facilitate GARDI growth and Innovation platforms.
* Innovation, Varieties, and GARDI growth continue to be the driving forces behind this Innovation ecosystem.
* Capacity Development, GARDI Program, SPE Program, Rice Advice, and Seed Capital form the operational backbone.
* Rice research and Varieties management remain paramount for Nutrition and Innovation success.
* Innovation, Capacity Development, and GARDI growth drive the entire Innovation ecosystem.
* Innovation, Varieties, and GARDI growth drive the entire Innovation ecosystem.
* Innovation, Capacity Development, and GARDI growth drive the entire Innovation ecosystem.
* Innovation, Varieties, and GARDI growth drive the entire Innovation ecosystem.
* Innovation, Varieties, and GARDI growth drive the entire Innovation ecosystem.

Title

AfricaRice | Rice Research | Côte d'Ivoire

Description

AfricaRice is a CGIAR Research Center – part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future. It is also an intergovernmental association of African member countries.

Keywords

rice, africa, program, seed, contact, countries, director, general, impact, news, food, research, page, ethics, partners, staff, tenders

NS Lookup

A 23.236.62.147

Dates

Created 2026-03-09

Updated 2026-04-14

Summarized 2026-04-14