Dear reader,
In today's landscape, where climate change and other factors pose threats to traditional farming practices, embracing new breeding tools becomes essential. These tools, however, have encountered hurdles in adoption across Africa, affected by misinformation and a lack of synergies in addressing and disseminating accurate information. In this issue we explore the critical role of new breeding tools in Africa, and the opportunities presented by the Africa Science Dialogue.
In our Story of the Month, Dr. Margaret Karembu, the Director of ISAAA AfriCenter, highlights the crucial role of New Breeding Innovations (NBTs) in addressing climate change and enhancing planetary health. Dr. Karembu emphasizes the potential of Science, Technology, and Innovation, with particular focus on genome editing, in enhancing resilience against climate shocks. NBTs emerge as robust tools capable of confronting climate challenges, improving food security, and attaining One Health objectives.
The Video of the Month sheds light on the challenges faced by various African countries in embracing NBTs. It underscores the pivotal role played by the Africa Science Dialogue portal in countering misinformation and fostering collaboration across Africa, ensuring accurate dissemination of information.
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