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Sometimes, agricultural development programs operate in silos – failing to take advantage of the often-untapped resources of higher education institutions. However, when development programs successfully forge strong partnerships with higher education institutions, it’s a win-win for all parties. In Malawi, learn how the Centre for Agricultural Transformation is supporting higher education institutions to develop curricula, while offering students and lecturers the opportunity to pursue demand-driven agricultural research. http://spr.ly/6046XUkun The Centre for Agricultural Transformation (CAT) LUANAR-Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources Stellenbosch University

I came out to the International Agriculture University, Uzbekistan in January 2024 at the invitation of the Rector Professor Munira Aminova. Like all overseas posts it has been challenging and interesting, frustrating and illuminating and eye-opening. Standing up a new English language-based university is a challenge in any English-speaking country and the academic team here (including but not limited to Jahongir Alimov, Abdulla Primov, Muhammad Umar Aslam ,Slawomir Wroblewski ) has done a wonderful job with the support of the @RoyalAgriculturalUniversity in the United Kingdom. As for any educational institute today there are constant challenges. These range from the recruitment of students and academic staff to finance and accommodation. Along the way it has to build its research reputation, something that will enable its mission to provide a cadre of graduates, masters and doctoral candidates. These alumni, in their turn, will address the challenges that Uzbekistan's agricultural sectors confront (as these sectors do in many other countries) as the climate changes. My part as a professional educator is to help develop, deliver and assess courses that address the needs of the country's graduates in English, the third language for most of the students. One aspect I have tried to focus on is helping students do their own simple research as shown in the post from the IAU's social media account. https://lnkd.in/edscjGZj

Climate-smart curricula 🎓 is very necessary for equipping the current and future change-makers with the required capacity and competence to tackle climate change impacts in the 21st century. Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research for Africa (AICCRA) Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT CGIAR #CSA

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Great having the support of my PhD student Onyedikachi Emereole here at the Royal Agricultural University for our Food-Farming & Water event 🫒🥕🚜🧺💦 #watermanagement #MBA #RAU #AgriculturalEngineering #BiosystemsEngineering #environmentalengineering

Opportunity Alert for Early Career Scientists! 📣🌟 Are you a budding scientist eager to make a mark in Agriculture? The WA Agricultural Research Collaboration (WAARC) has just announced the launch of its ground-breaking Postgraduate Research Scholarship Program, and you won't want to miss this chance! What's in it for you? This program is not just a scholarship; it's a stepping stone towards becoming a leading figure in Western Australian agriculture. Backed by the State Government and in collaboration with Curtin University, Murdoch University, and The University of Western Australia, Grower Group Alliance, CSIRO and DPIRD, WAARC is offering 12 PhD scholarships for eligible students in this first round. In addition to offering a top-up scholarship we will also coordinate for our students amazing networking and professional development opportunities. Open to Everyone: Here's the exciting part – this program is open to everyone! WAARC is committed to nurturing talent and including those from a wide range of professional backgrounds. Are you a computer scientist interested in applying your skills to agriculture, or are you a rural Agronomist interested in undertaking research in an area of interest or even a staff member at a regional Grower Group looking to deep dive into a project for your group?  If you're passionate about working in agriculture and thinking about the next stage of your career with a PhD, this is the perfect platform for you. Collaborative Projects: Not only does WAARC provide financial support, but it also offers a plethora of projects and programs that you can align with. The collaboration's six research programs – Northern Agriculture, Grains Transformation, Climate Resilience, Agricultural Technologies, Aboriginal Science Engagement, and Capacity Building and Extension – offer a diverse range of opportunity. Your research can contribute to the future-proofing of the ag and food sector! Financial Support: Successful candidates will receive an annual stipend top-up of $24,000, providing essential support for living expenses throughout your PhD journey. Please share away this post to your networks! Deadline: Hurry! The first round of applications closes on 16 April 2024. Don't miss the chance to participate in this transformative program and contribute to the future of agricultural science in Western Australia. 🌿✨ Apply now and be a catalyst for change in the ag and food sector! Together, let's shape the future of agriculture! 🌱🌐 #WAARCScholarship #AgriculturalScience #PhDOpportunity

In the most recent Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR) for 2024, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has been declared as the premier university in agriculture in Africa and secured the 7th position globally. It was gathered that the 2024 WUR employed a new 3.0 methodology, evaluating 2,671 entries from 1,906 universities across 108 countries and regions. This method meticulously calibrated 18 performance indicators, evaluating institutions in five critical areas: Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, Industry, and International Outlook. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dH25jaNe #Agriculture #FUNAAB #University

Graduate Ellison Scholars will work on innovative projects at the Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford as their fully funded DPhil at the University of Oxford. All of our projects will aim to find technological solutions to humanity’s biggest challenges in four ‘humane endeavours’. 🌾🥦🌍 The projects that fall under the ‘Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture’ endeavour are: ▪ Develop Environmentally Sustainable Farms of the Future ▪ Improve Crop Yields Through Advanced Precision Breeding ▪ Green Land Use and Satellites ▪ Future-Proof Plants for a Changing World ▪ Harnessing Plants for Carbon Capture You can read more about the fascinating innovation projects graduate candidates can apply to join here: https://lnkd.in/eZsQfbHa The deadline for graduate applicants is fast approaching (30 September). Don’t delay, apply today! 👉 https://lnkd.in/giW7YsNV #EllisonScholarship #GraduateProgramme #Oxford #PhD #DPhil #ScholarshipOpportunities #ApplicationsOpen #AgriTech #SustainableFarming #GreenTech #SustainableFuture #FutureOfFood #AgriInnovation #FoodSecurity #GreenFarming #FarmsOfTheFuture

Kenyan universities 🤝 Climate-smart curricula Higher learning institutions play a significant role in educating the next generation about climate change. However, they face significant challenges in meeting the demand for relevant curricula to address issues like climate change. 🇰🇪🎓 In #Kenya, AICCRA has been collaborating with four universities - Murang'a University of Technology, Taita Taveta University, Laikipia University and Chuka University Official - to design and implement relevant and research based university curricula for agricultural extension systems. “This approach of co-designing and co-development of curriculum between the University and a research entity is of great importance in ensuring that the two curricula meet the current needs of society as well as market demands," said Kurgat Barnabas, Chair of the Department of Earth Sciences at Laikipia University. AICCRA partnerships are bridging the gap between knowledge generation and application. By connecting students to robust and contemporary knowledge, while tailoring higher education courses for professionals and researchers, they can translate knowledge into practical solutions for smallholder farmers and the agriculture sector more broadly. Read: https://lnkd.in/dGvXjZWz 📸: Chuka University Esther Nzuki, Owen Kimani, Dr. Caroline Mwongera, Noel Templer, Boaz Waswa, Alex Nduah, Dorcas Jalang'o, Stella Kasura, Ivy Kinyua, Todd A. Crane, Dr. Mwamburi Mcharo, Dorothy Amwata, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, CGIAR, International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

THE National Research Institute in conjunction with the Ministry and Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology will host a two-day conference next week 15 and 16th October 2024, that will discuss the way forward to streamline research to deliver social and economic solutions to PNG. Papua New Guinea has over 33 state agencies responsible for research, either directed by legislation or by policy. Some are specialist research organisations such as  Melanesian Institute, Coffee Research Institute, National Research Institute, Institute of Medical Research, Forest Research Institute, National Agriculture Research Institute, Geological Survey , Institute of PNG Studies, whilst others are directed by law to conduct specific research such as National Housing Corporation, National Energy Authority, Rubber Board, Kokonas Indastri Koporesen, Cocoa Board, National Museum or National Cultural Commission. “We cannot see the value derived from specific research and even quantify certain outcomes or changes despite almost all government departments with a section of division on research and the myriad of research agencies that all moving in all directions. There is no unity, collaboration, sharing of resources or even targeting a specific outcome. “. In September 2022, the Prime Minister hosted all heads of universities and research institutes at NRI and emphasised the need to ensure data collection, analysis and interpretation is necessary for evidenced based decision making and policies. This vision is captured in the MTDS 4 under Research and Innovation and specific allocation for research purposes to all universities and agencies to focus to industry focus and industry driven research with emphasis on innovation and change. The National Research Institute, tasked to undertake research into social, political, cultural and economic issues to provide policy alternatives to improve the society and economy of PNG. Further, NRI is directed to train researchers for the whole country and also and monitor research in the country and also on PNG conducted outside and to report to the government and people of PNG. The Government has adopted Medium Term Development 4 and specific outcomes are expected in research and Innovation and all the 8 Universities and 9 Research Institute would present on their challenges and the opportunities and achievements and the new areas. The other presentation would be where the research direction and focus in each sector – primary industry (agriculture, forestry, fisheries), extractive sector (oil and gas and minerals), social change, culture and land, education, family and public policy, disaster management. The Minister for HERSTS, Hon Kinoka Feo will provide the keynote address and the expectations of the government, followed by key departments and agencies to direct research to specific outcomes and to ensure there is… #News