Dorothy Ndhlovu

Research that makes a difference

[Dr Leah Ndungu @LeahNdunguACIAR]

Great to note the progress being made towards food security for communities through this important work

[AWARD Fellowships @AWARDFellowship]

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[Dr Leah Ndungu @LeahNdunguACIAR]

The numerous efforts by @ACIARAustralia, @ACIARAfrica & @IDRC_CRDI towards smallholder #farmers in Eastern & Southern 🌍have amplified their productivity, diversified their sources of income & improved #FoodSecurity.
#CultiAFConference #ACIAR @africresearch
@ACIARCEO

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

Interestings facts!Dr Tanga Chrysatus explains that 1Kg of Black soldier fly eggs produces 6 tonnes of larvae;40-60% protein content for livestock feed #CultiAF @ACIARAfrica @IDRC_ESARO @UnzaOfficial @MalawiUrac @africitiesfoodZ @GKSiame @LeahNdunguACIAR @koosano @wrenmedia_uk

[IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa @IDRC_ESARO]

For the final presentation, Dr Tanga of @icipe speaks on the outcomes of the #INSFEED project:
📜4 standards approved
✅ 15 products certified
🪰> 1400 insect SMEs

What is the next step? Continental #policy harmonisation: https://t.co/dAMUqanHXZ

#CultiAF

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

Dr James Banda from the #CultiAF @malawifish project highlights how the creation of food standards have helped actors to access formal markets, ensure food safety for consumers & support regulatory functions in routine monitoring of fish products. Join us: https://t.co/OYU6lHinWj

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

Grace Nanyonjo #CultiAf leaves some food for thought.."What Policies do we need that can ensure a sustainable, resilient and food secure nation?"- @ACIARAfrica @IDRC_ESARO @UnzaOfficial @GKSiame @MalawiUrac @LeahNdunguACIAR @koosano @africitiesfoodZ @wrenmedia_uk

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

'Research plays a crucial role in informing #policy decisions & identifying effective interventions, but researchers need to communicate their findings in a language that policymakers can translate into actionable policy recommendations' says @elianeubalijoro of @CIFOR_ICRAF

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

" Policy makers must create an enabling environment for research and innovations that promote reduction of food loss"- Dr Eliane Ubalijoro.@ACIARAfrica
@IDRC_ESARO @UnzaOfficial @GKSiame @wrenmedia_uk @LeahNdunguACIAR @koosano @MalawiUrac @africitiesfoodZ

[ACIAR @ACIARAustralia]

'The impact of 🇦🇺's involvement in Africa 🌍 as facilitated by #ACIAR & @IDRC_CRDI is evident in improved livelihoods, enhanced resilience, & increased agricultural productivity of local communities.'

@AusHCKenya 🇦🇺🇰🇪 Luke Williams speaking in Nairobi at the #CultiAF Conference.

[Dr Leah Ndungu @LeahNdunguACIAR]

Indeed, scientists from @ACIARAfrica have changed the narrative by unearthing the core issues & proposing recommendations that, when translated into diverse products, will increase adoption & ensure a shift in behaviours & mindsets beyond the targeted areas.
#CultiAF
@ACIARCEO

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

How do we achieve #sustainable #scaling? Dr Dennis Beesigamukama from the @icipe #INSFEED project states that we need cutting edge research, access to finance and enabling policies #CultiAF

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

"Its unusual for donors to fund private sector innovations"-Jean Ayase.Thanks to #CultiAF researchers, Govt & private entity linked to give solutions to community issues. @ACIARAfrica @IDRC_ESARO @MalawiUrac @UnzaOfficial @koosano @LeahNdunguACIAR @GKSiame @wrenmedia_uk

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

Prof. Francis Wambalaba from the @ExperienceUSIU #CultiAF project states that stand alone #financing is not enough to #scale agri businesses and that we must find strategies that will work for everyone. Join the conversation: https://t.co/jbfnWlklKj

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

Day 2 #CultiAF conference. Howard Hall states that effective participation of commercial partners is vital for scaling up agric innovations. @ACIARAfrica @GKSiame @koosano @LeahNdunguACIAR @IDRC_ESARO @UnzaOfficial @africitiesfoodZ @MalawiUrac @wrenmedia_uk

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

#CultiAF @UnzaOfficial @MalawiUrac @GKSiame @africitiesfoodZ @africitiesFoodLoss @

[Dorothy Ndhlovu @africresearch]

Dr Gilbert Siame says there is need to shift minds and policies from emphasis on farm level production to increasing productivity and resilience across the chain. #CultiAF
@GKSiame @UnzaOfficial @MalawiUrac @AfricitiesFoodLoss @IDRC_ESARO @ACIARAfrica

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

DYK 1/3 of food globally is lost⁉️
In sub-Saharan Africa, #foodloss is worth US$4 Bn per year. This must set off alarm bells for all of us🚨.
Shocking stats from @curp_unza's presentation on #foodsystem #resilience #CultiAF
TUNE IN for more here▶️ https://t.co/jbfnWlklKj

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

‘You can influence and change culture, but you need to work with men and women’
Dr Susan Kaaria, Director of @AWARDFellowship explains in the 1st #CultiAF Q&A