CARI Distributes Rice to Field Workers for Christmas
The gesture underscores CARI’s commitment to supporting its workforce, particularly those who form the backbone of adaptive and applied agricultural research. Field workers, who make up over 50 percent of the institute’s general workforce, play a pivotal role in implementing the seven thematic programs, 14 specialized units, and numerous project activities that drive agricultural innovation across Liberia.
CARI Director General Delivers Year-End Message to Employees
Addressing the “CARI Family,” Dr. Karnuah extended heartfelt appreciation to staff for their dedication to research activities across programs and projects. He emphasized that their contributions go beyond scientific achievements, describing them as acts of service to humanity.
“Your commitment to advancing agricultural research has been a gift to farmers, communities, and the future of food security in Liberia,” he said.
Director General Dr. Arthur Bob Karnuah Leads CARI Researchers on Tour of Liberia’s First Cocoa Seed Garden in Beeplay
The Government of Liberia, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 30, 2019, to establish the NCSG. Covering 30 hectares, with 19 hectares already cultivated, the initiative is designed to improve access to high-quality planting materials, strengthen cocoa production, and increase farmers’ yields.
CARI/SADFONS Reinforces Certified Seed Production Protocols to Boost Out-growers’ Yield Potential of Crop Varieties in Liberia
Funded by the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) and the African Development Bank (AfDB), the SADFONS Project is implemented by the Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA). Its overarching goal is to promote inclusive agricultural growth, reduce poverty, and enhance food security for more than 11,000 low-income farming households across eight counties.
EPA and Partners Strengthen CARI Agromet Technicians’ Capacity to Tackle Climate Risks at Research Institute
The workshop, held under the theme “Building Climate Resilience Capacity in Cocoa and Rice Sectors, emphasized the importance of climate-smart agricultural practices. Kelvin T. Kollie, GIS Specialist, underscored the government’s commitment, through MOA and IFAD, to equip farmers and technicians with the tools and knowledge necessary to adapt to climate change.
