AT CEFSAR:
Our five primary objectives are to Preserve Native Seed Varieties, Research Sustainable Agriculture Practices, Promote Agroecological Farming Systems, Support Local and Indigenous Farming Communities, and Educate Farmers and Stakeholders in our immediate society.
-OUR OBJECTIVE-
Preserving Native Seed Varieties
Work towards preserving natural biodiversity by focusing on the conservation of native and heirloom seed varieties.
Research on Sustainable Agriculture Practices:
Conduct research on sustainable agricultural practices that promote biodiversity without resorting to genetic modifications.
Promoting Agroecological Farming Systems:
Advocate for and develop agroecological farming systems that integrate biodiversity conservation into agricultural landscapes.
Supporting Local and Indigenous Farming Communities
Collaborate with local and indigenous farming communities to promote and protect traditional farming methods that contribute to biodiversity.
Educating Farmers and Stakeholders
Conduct outreach and educational programs to raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural biodiversity in agriculture.
News & Press
From symposiums to summits, to health awareness campaigns, to world media parleys & world press conference, to several digital & media publications and to several appearance on local and national media (Radio, TV & Print) CEFSAR has been very involved in the work as regards the safety of lives and enviroment.
Highlight Of The World Press Conference
A recent World Press Conference that took place in Abuja, brought together diverse group of stakeholders including scientists, environmental activists, policymakers, and reps from the agric, health and other sectors with the presence of about 15 media houses to discuss and openly scrutinise & disclose the many concerns of GMOs both globally and locally
GMOs Health Risks and Environmental Hazards
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are seeds altered in laboratories to include toxins aimed at eliminating pests and chemicals designed to withstand herbicides used to control weeds. They are also sometimes taunted to be moderately drought resistant and higher yielding per hecterage cultivated, amongst other promotional promises.
Experts Highlight Impact Of Genetically Modified Foods
CEFSAR hosted a thought-provoking symposium on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) which took place in Lagos Tagged, ‘GMO FOODS: Unveiling the Landscapes and Debates beyond the Laboratory’, in agriculture, emphasising the urgent need for organic farming practices to ensure food security, environmental sustainability, and health.
Photo Speaks
A sneak peak into some of our symposiums and summits that brought together diverse group of stakeholders including scientists, environmental activists, policymakers, and representatives from the agricultural, health and other sectors with the presence of about 30 media houses
