This edition explores how agricultural biotechnology holds immense
potential in addressing agricultural production challenges faced by
Malawi.
The brief focuses on the contributions of agricultural biotechnology
in the cotton industry by improving resilience to pests and diseases
with specific emphasis on the cotton bollworm
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Biotechnology advances are reshaping agriculture and improving food security among other spheres. However, agricultural biotechnology is a relatively misunderstood science, especially in Africa. As with most new ideas, cutting through the myths and misinformation is Read more…
Dr Evelyn Gitau, Chief Scientific Officer of the Science for Africa Foundation, sets the tone for the day with a powerful reminder of why strong research governance matters. In her opening remarks at the GRMP Read more…
Introduction Recognizing the critical role that small and medium enterprises (SMEs), entrepreneurs, and innovators play in driving Malawi’s economic transformation, the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI), in partnership with the National Read more…