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Many years later, he is one of most respected scientists in the African continent for his contribution to agricultural research and maize breeding.
Stem cell research and gene editing: the new frontier in livestock breeding
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A green future for Cameroon’s agriculture
A group of people pose for a photo at the agribusiness firm Greenhouse Ventures. Photo Credit: Elias NgalameA green future for Cameroon’s agricultureBy Elias…
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Green gold for a new agriculture
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Kenyan scientist develops tool for tracking climate adaptation in livestock systems
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West African Agribusiness Unicorn expands its operations to East Africa
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