AASW8 Proceedings Report, 2023
| dc.contributor.author | FARA | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-03-10T12:12:11Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2023-09-21 | |
| dc.description | This report presents a comprehensive record of the proceedings of the 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8). The event convened participants from multiple sectors including research institutions, governments, agribusiness enterprises, civil society organizations, universities, and development agencies. Key components of the report include: Overview and objectives of AASW8 Opening ceremony and keynote addresses by African and global agricultural leaders High-level policy dialogues and plenary sessions Thematic sessions on: Digitalization and agricultural innovation Implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agroecology and climate resilience Gender and youth inclusion in food systems Agribusiness development and private-sector engagement Outcomes of the FARA General Assembly and partner meetings: Reports from side events and parallel sessions Participation statistics and event demographics The conference attracted over 1,600 participants from 66 countries, representing research organizations, governments, agribusinesses, universities, and development partners. The report serves as an important knowledge resource documenting collaborative efforts to strengthen agricultural research, innovation, and agribusiness development in Africa. | |
| dc.description.abstract | The AASW8 Report of Proceedings 2023 documents the discussions, outcomes, and key highlights of the 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8) organized by the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa. The event brought together scientists, policymakers, agribusiness leaders, development partners, and farmers to explore strategies for strengthening Africa’s agricultural innovation systems and transforming agrifood systems. The conference focused on linking science, innovation, and agribusiness for resilient and sustainable food systems in Africa, while addressing critical themes such as digitalization, intra-African trade, youth and women participation, agroecology, and climate resilience. The proceedings capture keynote addresses, plenary discussions, side events, and policy dialogues aimed at accelerating agricultural transformation and supporting the implementation of continental initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). | |
| dc.identifier.citation | Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA). (2023). AASW8 report of proceedings: 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week. FARA. Pages 1-73 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14659/205 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | FARA | |
| dc.subject | Africa Agribusiness and Science Week | |
| dc.subject | AASW8 | |
| dc.subject | Agricultural research | |
| dc.subject | Agribusiness development | |
| dc.subject | Agricultural innovation systems | |
| dc.subject | Food systems transformation | |
| dc.subject | AfCFTA | |
| dc.subject | Agroecology | |
| dc.subject | Climate resilience | |
| dc.subject | Gender and youth in agriculture | |
| dc.subject | Agricultural Development | |
| dc.subject | Agricultural Innovation Systems | |
| dc.subject | Agribusiness and Value Chains | |
| dc.subject | Food Security and Nutrition | |
| dc.subject | Agricultural Policy and Trade | |
| dc.subject | Research and Development Partnerships | |
| dc.title | AASW8 Proceedings Report, 2023 | |
| dc.title.alternative | Report of Proceedings: 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8) | |
| dc.type | Book |