NextGen Cassava
WHAT WE DO
The NextGen Cassava Breeding project (NextGen Cassava) seeks to modernize partner cassava breeding institutions in Africa and use cutting-edge tools for efficient delivery of improved varieties of cassava. The ultimate beneficiaries of this project are the cassava farmers of sub-Saharan Africa, who will receive improved varieties that increase fresh root yields, are more resilient to devastating virus diseases, and exhibit other traits preferred by smallholder farmers. NextGen is currently in its second 5-year phase and is supported by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and UKaid from the UK government. [ READ MORE ] about NextGen Cassava’s mission, structure, and impact.
WHO WE ARE
WHERE WE WORK
NextGen Cassava’s international, cross-disciplinary team is comprised of thirteen institutional partners across eight countries on four continents, each contributing their expertise to make the project’s goals a reality. Learn more about our partner institutions, donor organizations, and related projects.
WHAT’S NEW
Cassava in the News
NextGen Blog
Great to see the next generation of cassava scientists and their exciting work. We’re going to need all of these tools to protect cassava from the pathogens it faces. #PAGXXVIII
Join @cegesi and other scientists right now in Pacific Salon 6-7 #PAG2020 as we discuss cutting-edge innovations to improve #cassava and secure food supplies for millions. #PAGXXVIII
Our scientists are thrilled to be talking cassava and food security all week at #PAG2020.
Don't miss the #cassava genomics session TODAY starting at 10:30 a.m. #PAGXXVIII
Join me tomorrow at #PAG2020 for the #Cassava Genomics session for state-of-the-art innovations to improve the crop. @NextGenCassava @IITA_CGIAR @BTIscience @CornellGlobal @BiovIntCIAT_eng @CGIAR_EiB @DanforthCenter @wacci_gh @narouganda @nrcri_umudike @AgGenomicsGuy
