Agribusiness for Food Security Initiative

This is a one-day program aimed at showcasing how tripartite partnerships among public, private, and development institutions can support food and nutrition security in Africa.
The event will bring together key stakeholders, including government officials, private sector representatives, and development partners, to discuss the critical role of research, innovation, partnership, and policy in promoting agribusiness and ensuring food and nutrition security in Oyo State. Agribusiness covers the whole spectrum of the value chain—from production to processing to marketing and distribution; and addresses issues such as availability, affordability, and accessibility.

The Oyo State Government will host this maiden event. The state will showcase how its strategy and programs facilitate the interconnectedness of research, policy, and innovation in fostering agribusiness development for food and nutrition security.
IITA/CGIAR is providing some level of support in coordinating the event, providing communication backstopping, including the development of three video showcases on agribusiness and successful cases, and networking with partners, research collaborators, private sector representatives, and funders.

Objectives:
• To highlight the impact of research and innovation on agribusiness development and food security.
• To discuss government policies and initiatives that support agribusiness investment and create an enabling environment for private sector participation.
• To showcase Oyo State's progress in creating an enabling environment for agribusiness investment and stimulating private sector involvement.
• To influence policy decisions that support agribusiness investment in States/regions and countries across Africa.