JR Biotek Foundation

A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting bioscience education, agricultural research and innovation for Africa's sustainable development

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

🌍 Faces of Impact: The People Powering AGRIIP

Meet our dedicated team members advancing farmer–scientist collaboration, indigenous crops innovation & climate-resilient food systems through a truly grassroots approach across African communities. More at https://t.co/rh5SlGa0BI

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

Congratulations to our Founder @CarolIbe8 on receiving this funding award to lead a project building Nigeria’s capacity for climate-resilient agriculture through molecular biotech. We’re excited & ready to support the delivery of an impactful, memorable, and sustainable project💚

[Dr. Carol N. Ibe @CarolIbe8]

I’m deeply honoured to receive funding from the Mastercard Foundation & @Cambridge_Uni Climate Resilience & Sustainability Fund (supported by @CambridgeAfrica) to lead the project “Building Nigeria’s Capacity for Climate-Resilient Agriculture through Molecular Biotechnology.” 1/3

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

🌍 Meet our expert Steering Committee driving AGRIIP’s 10-year vision - to empower 10K scientists, support 10M farmers, catalyse 1K ventures, and re-centre Africa’s indigenous crops for a climate-resilient, food-secure future.
👥 Learn more+read their bios https://t.co/zPivF3PlBc

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

We’re seeking volunteer leaders! 🇺🇸

Join us in advancing AGRIIP, a bold 10-year mission empowering African scientists and farmers to co-create climate-resilient, food-secure futures.

Apply 👉 https://t.co/42pcTHgD5U

Learn more at https://t.co/rh5SlGa0BI

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

And this is just the beginning! Over the next weeks, we’ll introduce the incredible AGRIIP team – scientists, storytellers, innovators, advisors & leaders driving this vision. Join us. Partner with us. Let’s reimagine African agriculture together.
#AGRIIP #ClimateResilience

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: A Bold New Chapter Begins!

Today, we officially unveil AGRIIP - a bold 10-year mission to:

- Support 10 million farmers
- Empower 10,000 scientists
- Safeguard 30 indigenous crops
- Catalyse 1,000 ventures
Across Africa.

Learn more https://t.co/rOHgOx7H8Q

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

AGRIIP is more than a program. It is a movement uniting African farmers, scientists, culture & policy to reimagine Africa’s food future. Together, we’re building a climate-resilient, food-secure continent.

Learn more on our brand new website 👉 https://t.co/rh5SlGa0BI

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Food security as a right not a privilege - read our blog about visiting @JRbiotek at @Cambridge_Uni #AfricaResearch #PerivoliFoundation🌱https://t.co/Px1rlww3Ni

[Paul A. S. Soremi @PSoremi]

You missed the event? Catch up with this.

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Interesting blog summing up the foundation's work with African plant scientists and farmers, including the founder's story 👇

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

The event marked 10 years of our work & the launch of AGRIIP, a bold movement connecting African scientists & farmers to co-create farmer-led solutions. From expert panels to the new JR Biotek Art Gallery & the first-ever JR Biotek Awards, this day was powerful & full of meaning

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

🚨 New Blog! Roots of Resilience – Cultivating Africa’s Agricultural Future Through Science, Art & Collective Action 🌱

We just dropped the full recap of our Roots of Resilience 2025 event at the University of Cambridge — now live on our site! Read blog: https://t.co/7R1sfIXNUu

[Olaide @Olaideorekelewa]

Honored to be a panellist at the #RootsOfResilience2025 event by @JRbiotek at @slcuplants!
I shared insights on how @JRbiotek capacity-building has enhanced my research in plant pathology and how we can translate research into practical solutions for #smallholderFarmers.

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

Special thanks to @slcuplants for your incredible hospitality, and to @plantsci @GlobalFood_Camb @Newnham_College for your support. We deeply appreciate everyone who came from far and near to celebrate 10 years of our collaborative work training & empowering African scientists.

[JR Biotek Foundation @JRbiotek]

Our Roots of Resilience 2025 was unforgettable! We celebrated 10 years of our impactful work training African agri-scientists + launched #AGRIIP & spotlighted African-led innovations with stunning African art. Huge thanks to our speakers, artist, chairs, supporters & team 💚

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Fascinating and inspiring to hear about the work of @JRbiotek today at @Cambridge_Uni - their decade of work towards food security, building a network of African plant scientists and innovators. Food for thought! #AfricaResearch🌱

[Perivoli Africa Research Centre @PerivoliARC]

Looking forward to learning more about a great research network & transformational impact in African agriculture tomorrow, at the Roots of Resilience https://t.co/mHpwxNyw8y event at @Cambridge_Uni 🌱@JRbiotek

[Dr. Carol N. Ibe @CarolIbe8]

We're so excited about our Roots of Resilience event happening tomorrow at @slcuplants. We've just set up the art exhibition led by the incredible Nigerian artist. We're merging African art & science to inspire action with @JRbiotek's AGRIIP. Thanks to @slcuplants for hosting us

[Gates Cambridge @Gates_Cambridge]

Hear Carol Ibe talking about her innovative new @JRbiotek AGRIIP project on food security in Africa at @Cambridge_Fest last week. @plantsci @Newnham_College @CarolIbe8 @GatesAlumni @gatesfoundation @Cambridge_Uni #foodsecurity #Africa

[Gates Cambridge @Gates_Cambridge]

Five Gates Cambridge Scholars spoke at the @Cambridge_Fest on Friday on subjects ranging from food security to a new approach to whistleblowing - https://t.co/o3e2kdF2Dm @GatesAlumni @Cambridge_Uni @Simprints @JRbiotek @gatesfoundation #GatesCambridge25