If you’re passionate about Geographical Information Services (GIS) and how it can be applied for the benefit of agricultural development, there will be something for you at the upcoming Africa Agriculture GIS Week (AAGW) 2010. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a student with a keen interest in the discipline, or anyone else with an enthusiasm [...]
Posts Tagged ‘CGIAR-CSI’
Calling All Comers: The GIS Event You Don’t Want to Miss
Posted in NEWS, tagged Africa Agriculture Geospatial Week, CGIAR-CSI, WhereCampAfrica on March 17, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Looking Behind the Africa Trial Sites Network
Posted in INTERVIEWS, QUICKWIN PROJECTS, tagged Africa trial sites, CGIAR-CSI, Trial Sites on March 9, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
While Asia and Latin America have benefitted from the Green Revolution, agricultural yields in Africa have increased little over the last half century. This gap is due, in part, to the current state of African research systems. Improved systems will lead to increased yields, a solution that African governments and donors already recognize.








