Events

Every three years, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) convenes a continental gathering of its stakeholders. 

The purpose of the event is to create an open space for networking and exchanging knowledge. At the end of the week, FARA's General Assembly will also meet to ratify major decisions on the future of FARA.The event is a high-level forum for key decision makers within and outside Africa: ministers, agribusiness leaders, agricultural scientists and key figures in civil society and farmers’ organisations.

CCAFS Side Event: 

Climate Smart Villages in Africa - opportunities for farmers and communities

Monday, July 15, 2013 - 14:00 to 17:00

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The theme of the event is Africa feeding Africa through agricultural science and innovation. It will include sessions on education and human resource development, innovations to improve productivity and resilience, moving from competition to collaboration, and innovative financing and investment in agriculture.

The preliminary program includes:

15-16 July: Open space to host discussions on topical issues

17 July: Opening/Ghana Day 

18-19 July: Plenary Session

15-20 July: Innovation Market Place 

20 July: FARA Business Meeting

Many CGIAR Research and Challenge Programs are planning numerous side events and activities around Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW). In particular the CGIAR will be represented with a booth, showcasing the latest research outputs and activities.

The CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), will convene a side event entitled: "Climate Smart Villages in Africa - opportunities for farmers and communities"

When: Monday 15 July
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Where: Committee Hall 2, Accra International Conference Centre

View a listing of all the side-events organised by CGIAR Programs and Challenge Programs.