Why Aglobe Development Center?
AGLOBE Development Center, headquartered in Nigeria and operating in sub-Saharan Africa, is a Non-Profit/Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to research initiatives. It focuses on three core pillars: Agriculture, Technology, and Urban and Rural Development and Empowerment. To facilitate initial testing and experimentation, the center has a compact station and a partial greenhouse spanning an area of approximately 9 square meters. Additionally, plans are underway to establish larger Living Labs (LLs) comprising a greenhouse of around 60 square meters and an office space. These upcoming facilities will be situated in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria.
Technology deployed in LL
Aquaponics, Insect Farming Rabbit and Snail Farming
Crops
Silver cock's comb, Spiny amaranth, Nalta jute,
Okra, Lettuce,
African eggplant, Wild cabbage,
Fish (African Catfish and Tilapia),
Giant African snail, Black Soldier Fly.
Target stakeholders
Fish and vegetable farmers,
cooperatives, policy-makers and vulnerable groups.
Goal
Providing healthy food and improved nutritional diet to (peri-)urban population while conserving the environment as well as empowering vulnerable groups through innovative production
techniques and practices.
Latest News
Tomatoes Flourish in Aglobe Development Centre’s Chop-and-Flip System
Aglobe Development Centre (ADC) celebrates the successful growth of tomatoes using the INCiTiS-FOOD chop-and-flip system. This innovative technique is transforming the way crops are cultivated, offering a sustainable solution that maximises both efficiency and resource use. By embracing this method, ADC is not only improving food production but also contributing to the future of sustainable farming.
Okra Thrives at Aglobe Development Centre
The Aglobe Development Centre celebrates the healthy growth of okra, highlighting progress in advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative and practical solutions.
INCiTiS-FOOD Takes the Stage at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2024
On 2 September 2024, Dr. Emmanuel Benjamin co-coordinator of INCiTiS-FOOD, led a panel on Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) at the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) in Kigali, Rwanda.
Dr. Benjamin highlighted the INCiTiS-FOOD project and the key drivers of innovation adoption in African food systems. The panel, featuring diverse stakeholders such as EU delegations from Africa, AGRA, CSOs, and Ministries, explored the future of African agriculture under the theme Innovate, Accelerate, and Scale: Delivering Food Systems Transformation in a Digital and Climate Era.
With over 350 speakers, 3,000 attendees, and representatives from more than 70 countries, the AFS Forum 2024 fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas and actions to enhance food security and sustainability across the continent.
Aglobe Development Center and UniBw M Representative Visit AFRACA to Discuss Open Call
Our partners had an interesting visit among themselves. Representatives from Aglobe Development Center and Universität der Bundeswehr München (UniBw M) recently visited the African Rural and Agricultural Credit Association (AFRACA) to discuss the open call. With the INCiTiS-FOOD Open Calls approaching this meeting served as a good starting point for future developments. This initiative underscores the commitment of both institutions to drive sustainable agricultural practices and enhance food security. Stay tuned for more updates on this promising collaboration.
The Aglobe Development Center Capacity-Building Training
The Aglobe Development Center is conducting biweekly capacity-building training to enhance skills and knowledge among participants. These sessions are designed to empower individuals with the necessary tools for growth. The initiative aims to foster a stronger, more capable community through continuous learning opportunities.
Capacity-Building Class at Aglobe Development Center
Aglobe Development Center (ADC) hosted a dynamic capacity-building class to advance sustainable agricultural practices further. Attendees gained knowledge about Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and Aquaponics, learning fundamental techniques to revolutionise farming methodologies. The class provided a platform for participants to deepen their understanding of modern agricultural techniques, paving the way for enhanced productivity and ecological sustainability in farming practices.
Aglobe Development Center Testing New Approaches
The Living Lab in Lagos, Nigeria has incorporated a new component to their radial flow and sand filter. After testing the approach in a 4-day trial, the upgrade surpassed the previous plan and showed to be a very promising alteration. The team at Agbloe Development Center will continue to monitor and test and share the progress with the remaining 7 INCiTiS-FOOD Living Labs.
The Nigerian Air Force Impressed by the Aglobe Development Center Prototype
The Nigerian Air Force was impressed upon reviewing the prototype from the Aglobe Development Center. Dedication and hard work put into the creation of the prototype was recognised. The innovative design exceeds expectations!
Aglobe Development Center Team Empowering the Next Generation
The Aglobe Development Center Team is dedicated to empowering the next generation through the balanced blend of knowledge and nature. Their mission involves nurturing minds and planting the seeds of sustainable urban agriculture at Airforce Secondary School in Shasha, Lagos, Nigeria.
Distributing Catfish to the Elders of the Host Community at Aglobe Development Center Living Lab (part 2)
