Objectives
The goal of the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI) is to improve food security for the poor in Africa. The approach is to train African plant breeders to develop superior varieties of African crops, using both conventional and molecular breeding technologies,to deal with problems such as abiotic and biotic stresses.
Highlights
- Inauguration of West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement[more]
- WACCI and Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Welcome Inaugural Class of Agricultural Ph.D Students at University of Ghana, Legon[more]
- Senior Vice President of JICA, Mr. Kenzo Oshima Visits WACCI [more]
- AGRA Officials Visit University [more]
Updates
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WACCI Applications Are Now Being Accepted
WACCI is currently accepting applications for January 2009 until September 30, 2008. Application forms can be downloaded. [more]
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Plant Breeding Scholarships Available
Scholarships at the University of Ghana are available to scientists working at National Agricultural Research Institutes and Universities in West Africa to pursue a Ph.D in Plant breeding. Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply for a fellowship under this programme.