BEEPLAY, Nimba County - The Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), in collaboration with the Meteorology Department of the Ministry of Transport, organized a week-long training session aimed at enhancing the capacity of cocoa farmers in Beeplay, Nimba County. The session was dedicated to equipping farmers with critical technical skills for collecting and utilizing weather data, an initiative sponsored by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
The initiatives—from the PAN audit in 2024 to the engagement session on April 3, 2025—demonstrate a steadfast commitment to ensuring CARI employees are well-informed, properly enrolled, and protected within the civil service framework. Such efforts underscore the importance of empowering civil servants with the tools they need to thrive in public service.
Over time, planting uncertified seeds has introduced invasive species, harming local ecosystems. This has led to economic losses due to crop failure and the need for additional inputs to manage pests and diseases. Liberian farmers must use certified seeds from reliable sources to mitigate these risks, ensuring access to high-quality, disease-free planting materials that promote better yields and sustainable farming practices.
Two exotic rice varieties have been identified as the highest-performing of the KAFACI rice trials and multiplication that are ongoing at the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI). The KAFACI-3, with a grain weight of 716.73 grams, and GHA-GA/APA, another with 714.20 grams, are the highest-performing rice varieties, according to the data obtained by agricultural researchers.
SUAKOKO, LIBERIA – In response to urgent SOS calls from Dr. Arthur Bob Karnuah, Director General at the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), following a thunderstorm that damaged homes and research facilities, the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) delivered 40 bundles (800 sheets) of zinc as part of efforts to repair the damage.