Gilbert Ekugbe
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) has unveiled a six year strategy (2024-2030) to boost livestock production in low and middle-income countries across the globe.
The Director General, ILRI, Mr. Appolinaire Djikeng, in a statement to mark his 100 days in office, said that the new strategy would revolve around taking on the challenges of environmental and climate change in its bid to turning them into opportunities for sustainable development.
Djikeng said: “We are about to embark on an extensive consultation process, and we are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. Your contribution and ideas are invaluable in shaping our future direction, and we encourage you to actively participate in this process. Our strategy process should also challenge us to identify the top 10 innovations that we aim to deliver by 2030.
“Our previous strategy has shifted our focus towards vital areas such as sustainable livestock systems, the nexus between humans and animals, improved value chains, and addressing environmental challenges and climate change. Through collaborations, research, and capacity-building efforts, ILRI has played a significant role in enhancing livestock productivity, ensuring food security, and reducing poverty in low- and middle-income countries.”
He highlighted that the institute would be prioritising partnership going forward, pointing out that collaborations are the cornerstone of its activities.
“The recent Africa partnership meeting at the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) highlighted the significance of collaborative efforts in achieving our goals.
“By joining forces with like-minded organisations and stakeholders, we can amplify our impact and create meaningful change in the livestock sector.
“We have also engaged a range of partners in Africa and globally with whom our plans are advancing and will lead to establishing strategic science partnerships and alliances,” he averred.
