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Research Areas

Our comprehensive research portfolio addresses key challenges in Rwandan agriculture

Crop Improvement

Developing high-yielding, climate-resilient crop varieties through conventional breeding and modern biotechnology approaches.

  • Maize, beans, and cassava improvement
  • Disease and pest resistance
  • Nutritional enhancement
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Water Management

Researching efficient irrigation systems and water conservation techniques for sustainable agricultural water use.

  • Drip irrigation optimization
  • Rainwater harvesting
  • Soil moisture monitoring
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Sustainable Practices

Promoting climate-smart agriculture, soil health management, and integrated farming systems.

  • Conservation agriculture
  • Organic farming methods
  • Agroforestry systems
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Ongoing Research Projects

Current initiatives driving agricultural innovation in Rwanda

Climate-Resilient Maize

Ongoing

Developing maize varieties with enhanced drought tolerance and disease resistance for Rwanda's changing climate conditions.

Duration: 2022-2025 Funding: $1.5M

Soil Health Initiative

Ongoing

Comprehensive study on soil micronutrients and development of customized fertilizer recommendations for different regions.

Duration: 2023-2026 Funding: $2.2M

Smart Irrigation Systems

Ongoing

Implementation and testing of sensor-based irrigation systems to optimize water use in vegetable production.

Duration: 2023-2025 Funding: $800K

Research Facilities

State-of-the-art laboratories and research stations supporting our work

Biotechnology Lab

Modern laboratory equipped for molecular biology, tissue culture, and genetic analysis.

Research Stations

Five research stations across different agro-ecological zones for field trials and testing.

Soil & Water Lab

Advanced facilities for soil analysis, water quality testing, and environmental monitoring.