Chinese scientists from the Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences (CATAS) have unveiled plans to enhance cassava cultivation in Africa, where cassava is a crucial source of food. The action plan aims to introduce new cassava varieties and advanced farming techniques to more than 500,000 hectares of land in African countries. According to Xie Jianghui, vice head of CATAS, the implementation of improved varieties and techniques is anticipated to increase cassava yields to over 17 tonnes per hectare. CATAS plans to collaborate with countries such as Nigeria, Mozambique, and the Republic of the Congo to develop better cassava varieties, enhance cultivation techniques, and advance mechanization on cassava farms. The initiative seeks to contribute to food security, improve agricultural practices, and boost the economies of the involved African nations.
