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Welcome to the West and Central Africa Wheat Development Network
where we connect researchers, farmers, and stakeholders to boost wheat production and food security in West and Central Africa

From introducing molecular marker technology to revolutionizing and breeding in Australia, to spearheading plant fun...
02/03/2026

From introducing molecular marker technology to revolutionizing and breeding in Australia, to spearheading plant functional and contributing to the international barley project, his work has transformed improvement .

At Summit 2025, he brings unmatched expertise and insights into cutting-edge breeding technologies shaping the future of wheat and cereals across .

Don't miss your chance to join him and other speakers in shaping the future of wheat in Africa!

đź”— Register now at: wecawheat.org/

Date: March 9–11, 2026

Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, N'Djamena, Chad

This is the largest gathering of wheat stakeholders in Africa - and the future of wheat starts here

For more information: [email protected] or [email protected]

separates stagnation from .At the 3rd Regional Summit, Dr. Guntur Venkata Subbarao will spotlight a new generation ...
02/03/2026

separates stagnation from .

At the 3rd Regional Summit, Dr. Guntur Venkata Subbarao will spotlight a new generation of nitrogen-efficient wheat innovations.

Dr. Subbarao was the first scientist to discover Biological Nitrification Inhibition (BNI) — a natural mechanism where plant roots release compounds that suppress nitrification.

Don't miss your chance to join him and other speakers in shaping the future of wheat in Africa!

đź”— Register now at: wecawheat.org/

Date: March 9–11, 2026
Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, N'Djamena, Chad

This is the largest gathering of wheat stakeholders in Africa - and the future of wheat starts here.

When the future of is debated on the global stage, one leader stands at the forefront - Dr. Bram Govaerts.Director Gen...
01/03/2026

When the future of is debated on the global stage, one leader stands at the forefront - Dr. Bram Govaerts.

Director General of and recipient of the prestigious Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application, Dr. Govaerts is championing science that moves beyond research papers into real impact on farmers’ fields.

At the 3rd Regional Wheat Summit, he brings a bold, action-driven global perspective on accelerating wheat self-sufficiency, innovation, and food security across Africa.

This is more than a keynote, it’s a strategic conversation about Africa’s wheat future.

đź“Ť Radisson Blu Hotel N'Djamena
📅 March 9–11, 2026

Be part of the largest gathering of wheat stakeholders in Africa.

Register now: wecawheat.org

đź“© For more information: [email protected] or [email protected]

's Wheat Future is Calling - Will You be in the Room?The 3rd Regional is bringing together strategic leaders and chan...
01/03/2026

's Wheat Future is Calling - Will You be in the Room?

The 3rd Regional is bringing together strategic leaders and changemakers shaping wheat transformation across the continent.

62+ Distinguished Speakers || 22 Countries Represented

Ministers. Scientists. Investors. Seed Leaders. Policy Makers. Development Partners.

All converging with ONE purpose: Accelerate Africa’s wheat self-sufficiency.

From breakthrough breeding technologies to financing frameworks, from public–private partnerships to resilient seed systems - this Summit moves beyond conversation to coordinated continental action.

Africa spends billions on wheat imports every year.
The time to change that trajectory is NOW.

📅 March 9–11, 2026
📍 Radisson Blu Hotel, N’Djamena, Chad
đź”— Register now: www.wecawheat.org

🌾🚀2nd Regional Wheat Summit 2024: Closing with Unstoppable to Fuel Africa's Revolution!🚀🌾The energy here has been un...
03/10/2024

🌾🚀2nd Regional Wheat Summit 2024: Closing with Unstoppable to Fuel Africa's Revolution!🚀🌾

The energy here has been unbelievable! Over the past few days, West and Central Africa's brightest minds in agriculture have come together under the theme “Prioritizing Policy, Innovative Technologies, and Investments in Wheat Transformation Towards Sustainable Food Security and Economy.”

🚀 Our participants are not just leaving with ideas—they're leaving energized, enthusiastic, and ready to lead Africa's food security revolution!

The journey to a wheat-secure Africa is just beginning, and we are leading the charge! 🚜🌍

A huge thank you to all the passionate experts, partners, and visionaries who have joined us—your dedication is the key to making this dream a reality. Let’s continue the mission of securing Africa’s future with sustainable wheat solutions! 💪🌾

🌾 Shifting the Narrative on Africa’s Food Security! 🌾As we conclude the 2nd Regional Summit, Professor Vincent Ado Ten...
03/10/2024

🌾 Shifting the Narrative on Africa’s Food Security! 🌾
As we conclude the 2nd Regional Summit, Professor Vincent Ado Tenebe, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT), West and Central Africa Wheat Development Network (WECAWheat), along with other key stakeholders, praised the impactful discussions and strategies developed. They believe the insights gained from this summit will redefine the future of Africa’s food security and revolutionize wheat production across the continent! 🌍💡

The momentum for change is real, and we’re ready to take bold steps towards a food-secure Africa! 💪🌱

03/10/2024

Video Highlight: Dr. Rose Gidado, Director of the Agricultural Department, National Biotechnology and Development Agency (NBRDA), commends WECAWheat for emphasizing the critical role of policy in driving Africa’s security through innovation.

“The 2nd Regional Wheat Summit has been a powerful platform for policy improvements and agricultural practices in ....
03/10/2024

“The 2nd Regional Wheat Summit has been a powerful platform for policy improvements and agricultural practices in . The fruitful deliberations and strong here are key steps toward sustainable security and growth. I’m inspired by the collective commitment to lead Africa’s agricultural transformation”–Director, Agricultural Biotechnology Department, NBRDA, Dr Rose Gidado

Key & their representatives, including Governor Umar Namadi, Governor of Jigawa State; Hon Munir Baba Dan Agundi, Form...
03/10/2024

Key & their representatives, including Governor Umar Namadi, Governor of Jigawa State; Hon Munir Baba Dan Agundi, Former Chair, House Committee on Institutions & Chairman, Rahama Integrated Farms; Dr. Abdul Kamara, Director General for African Development Bank (AfDB) Nigeria; Senator Abubakar Kyari, Hon. Minister of Agriculture & Food Security; Dr Solomon Gizaw, Head of TAAT Clearinghouse; Mr Zubeir Ibrahim, Managing Director, Nile Sun Seed Company Ltd & Chairman of the Sudan Seed Trade Association, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Alh Olalekan Saliu, Executive Secretary of Flour Milling Association of Nigeria (FMAN); and others, discussed advancing Africa's wheat sector through technologies and private sector engagement.
The of sustainable security looks brighter with innovative strategies & collaboration!

"The sector plays a pivotal role in ensuring 's . By driving , , & in agricultural systems, businesses are ess...
03/10/2024

"The sector plays a pivotal role in ensuring 's . By driving , , & in agricultural systems, businesses are essential partners in building a resilient and well-fed continent" – Representative of Alhaji Olalekan Salifu, Executive Secretary of the Flour Milling Association of Nigeria (FMAN).

" inclusivity in wheat farming isn't just about fairness—it's about efficiency. When we empower with equal resources ...
03/10/2024

" inclusivity in wheat farming isn't just about fairness—it's about efficiency. When we empower with equal resources and opportunities, we boost , , and security for all. It's not just the right thing to do; it's the smart thing to do" – Dr Moumini Savadogo, Executive Director, West & Central Africa Council for Agricultural Research & Development (CORAF)

"In response to Africa's precarious food security situation, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has launched a ten-year...
03/10/2024

"In response to Africa's precarious food security situation, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has launched a ten-year strategy called 'Feed Africa' to transform the continent's agricultural sector" – Representative of Abdul Kamara, Director General, RDNG, African Development Bank

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