{"id":17889,"date":"2026-06-20T13:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T13:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.iita.org\/news-item\/capacity-building-for-yam-farmers-and-potential-seed-yam-entrepreneurs\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T16:56:34","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T16:56:34","slug":"capacity-building-for-yam-farmers-and-potential-seed-yam-entrepreneurs","status":"publish","type":"news-item","link":"https:\/\/iita.org\/fr\/news-item\/capacity-building-for-yam-farmers-and-potential-seed-yam-entrepreneurs\/","title":{"rendered":"Capacity Building for Yam\u00a0 Farmers \u00a0and Potential Seed Yam Entrepreneurs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure id=\"attachment_31972\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31972\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31972 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iita.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Participants-after-the-training.jpg\" alt=\"Participants after the training.\" width=\"820\" height=\"411\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-31972\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Participants with their certificates at the end of the training.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">IITA-Yam Breeding Program engaged yam farmers from across southwest Nigeria in hands-on seedling and farm management training recently. This practical approach was designed to enhance smallholder farmers\u2019 knowledge and skills on modern techniques, new technologies, and best agronomy practices to maximize land space and increase yield and income.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">The training, which took place between 17 and 18 October 2024, allowed all the participants to observe, participate, and learn about various aspects of yam production and management.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">The training objectives included:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Knowledge transfer: Participants were equipped with the modern skills and knowledge needed to improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and implement sustainable farming practices.<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Exposure to best practices: Participants were allowed to see successful yam farming operations and learn directly from experts.<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Hands-on training: Participants were provided practical demonstrations where they physically participated in the activities, ensuring they gained practical experience in yam farming techniques.<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Networking opportunities: Participants were able to connect for a common goal, fostering agricultural experts, extension officers, and industry players such as seed suppliers or buyers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_31973\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-31973\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31973 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/iita.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Participants-with-their-certificates.jpg\" alt=\"Participants with their certificates at the end of the training.\" width=\"820\" height=\"411\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-31973\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Participants after the training.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">The participants benefitted from a well-structured training module on Land Preparation and Soil Management, Seed Yam Selection and Preparation, Planting Techniques, Crop Management, Harvesting Techniques, Post-Harvest Management, Marketing, Field Demonstrations, Practical Sessions, Extension Support, Follow-Up and Access to Resources.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Seedling and farm management training are critical tools in helping yam farmers across the southwest region of Nigeria improve their skills, adopt modern farm technologies, and boost productivity. The training provided the participants with technical knowledge and empowered them to make informed decisions, connect with markets, and increase their income sustainably.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;469777462&quot;:[1080],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">At the end of the training, participants were awarded an end-of-training certificate and provided with improved seed yams to help them implement the newly acquired techniques on their respective farms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;469777462&quot;:[1080],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1]}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contributed by Emmanuel Onasanya<\/span><\/i>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IITA-Yam Breeding Program engaged yam farmers from across southwest Nigeria in hands-on seedling 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