NSPRI’s 1st Postharvest Connect Conference and Exhibition 2024 in Nigeria Capital City, Abuja

The 1st Postharvest Connect Conference and Exhibition held in Abuja, 2024 organized by the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) under the leadership of Executive Director, Professor Sanni Lateef Oladimeji, marked a significant milestone in addressing postharvest losses in Nigeria. The opening remarks were imbued with gratitude towards the donors and partners whose supports were instrumental in making the event a success. The conference’s opening session commenced with heartfelt appreciation extended to the esteemed donors and partners, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to the cause.

 Among the notable entities recognized were the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), Sahel Consulting, Sasakawa Africa Association, World Bank, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), and Africa for Food Safety among others. The partnership between NSPRI and these esteemed organizations exemplifies a collaborative effort towards enhancing food security and sustainability in Nigeria. Their generous support in terms of financial assistance, technical expertise, and resource mobilization underscores a shared commitment to mitigating postharvest losses and advancing agricultural development.

 The opening remarks of the 1st Postharvest Connect Conference and Exhibition underscored the critical role of donors and partners in driving positive change within the agricultural landscape. The collaborative efforts of NSPRI, under the leadership of Prof Sanni, in conjunction with these esteemed organizations, signifies a collective commitment towards achieving sustainable postharvest management practices and ensuring food security for future generations. Through continued collaboration and innovation, the journey towards a resilient and inclusive agricultural sector in Nigeria is firmly underway.