Resilient Agriculture for African Dryland (RAFAD)
Theme: Climate & Weather Smart Plant Nutrition
Project Lead
African Plant Nutrition Institute
Collaborators
Ministries of Agriculture
National Agricultural Research Systems
Universities
Agricultural Industry
CGIAR
International Organizations
Target Cropping Systems
Dryland Tree Systems (Olive, Date Palm, Argan)
Cereals and Legumes
Short Description
RAFAD is a new initiative exploring viable solutions to the main challenges of African dryland agriculture using adapted plant nutrient management strategies. This initiative strives for inclusive partnerships equipped to develop evidence-based nutrient management solutions that produce tangible improvements in the livelihood of farmers in dryland areas.
Priority activities include interventions for narrower yield gaps, improved water and nutrient use efficiencies, increased agricultural biodiversity best suited for a changing climate, and stronger capacity for research and innovation in dryland systems.
Opportunities exist for synergy by developing new actionable research concepts aligned within our strategic R&D themes, initiatives, and projects. Short-term priorities are for the North Africa region. RAFAD supports national agricultural countries strategies such the “Green Generation Plan” in Morocco.
