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AGRIRESEARCH UNGUKA Ltd and University of Rwanda (UR-CAVM) join forces to cultivate Greener Future through AGRIPI
May 23, 2024, 7:55 a.m.
Musanze, Rwanda – May- 23, 2024 - The agricultural sector in Rwanda is about to get a major boosst with the exciting announcement of the Agricultural Green Research and Innovation Park Initiative (AGRIPI), a Research and Innovation center initiated by AGRIRESEARCH UNGUKA Ltd to promote sustainable agriculture. This first-of-its-kind initiative in Rwanda represents a significant leap forward in developing and testing of innovative technologies and practices that promote regenerative agriculture and eco-friendly post-harvest solutions throughout the country.
AGRIPI:
Born from a Challenge, Driven by Innovation
AGRIPI was born from a
deep understanding of Rwanda's agricultural sector's challenges – low
productivity, high post-harvest losses, and climate change vulnerability.
Driven by AGRIRESEARCH UNGUKA Ltd's vision of being the leading youth-led
agricultural innovation hub in Africa, AGRIPI is committed to empowering
farmers to be healthy and wealthy.
AGRIPI's dedication to
tackling these challenges is fueled by AGRIRESEARCH UNGUKA Ltd's continuous
recognition as a leader in youth-driven research and extension services.
Back-to-back awards for best research and youth exhibitor at the prestigious
Rwanda National Agriculture Show in 2022 and 2023 stand as a testament to their
innovative, nature-based solutions. AGRIPI continues this legacy by developing
locally adapted, climate-smart technologies that empower young minds and create
sustainable solutions to improve the lives of farmers across the continent.
A Collaborative Effort
for a Sustainable Future
AGRIPI's
core lies in collaboration. It brings together researchers, farmers, academia,
and entrepreneurs through a powerful public-private partnership as it is hosted
at University of Rwanda, College of Agriculture, Animal Sciences and Veterinary
Medicine, Providing essential facilities, expertise, and academic
collaboration. This unique approach envisions being a leading
regional center for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in regenerative
agriculture, contributing to food security, environmental health, and farmer
prosperity in Rwanda and beyond.
The initiative boasts a
farmer training and education program, empowering Rwandan farmers with the
knowledge and skills they need to thrive. Additionally, AGRIPI features a
business incubator specifically designed to nurture youth-led green
agribusinesses. With ambitious goals to train 1,000 farmers, incubate 5-10
green businesses, and empower over 1,000 farmers to connect with green value
chains within its first year, AGRIPI is poised to make a significant impact.
Empowering Farmers,
Cultivating a Greener Future
At AGRIPI, we are passionate about empowering farmers and
nurturing a sustainable agricultural future. We achieve this through a
multi-pronged approach, focusing on Research and Development, Farmer education
and training, and green business support, AGRIPI empowers
farmers and equips them with the tools they need to succeed.
Join us on this exciting
journey!
Whether you are a
farmer, researcher, student, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about a
sustainable future, AGRIPI welcomes you. Visit our website or contact us today
to learn more about how you can get involved and be a part of this
groundbreaking initiative.
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