Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa
GFAR is a multi stakeholder-led initiative that serves as a neutral
forum for dialogue and action on strategic issues in agricultural
research for development (ARD). It facilitates and promotes
cost-effective partnerships and strategic alliances among ARD
stakeholders in their efforts to alleviate poverty, increase food
security and promote the sustainable use of natural resources.
GFAR
is comprised of the following group of stakeholders: the National
Agricultural Research Systems from the south (Southern NARS) through
their regional fora, National Agricultural Research Systems from the
north (Northern NARS), the Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research Centres (CGIAR) and Non-CGIAR International
Agricultural Research Centres (IARCs), Farmers' Organizations (FOs),
Non Governmental Organizations( NGOs), the Private Sector (PS), Donors
and Development Agencies.
To find out more about GFAR, please visit their website here:
Organized by GFAR, the GCARD is more than just a Conference - it's a multi-year process of learning and continuous updating of the global agricultural research for development (AR4D) system. Our aim is to create new ways of working together to enhance the development value of research.
GCARD will strive to develop a new global agricultural research system, driven by tangible development outcomes and bringing together all those involved in agriculture research for development (AR4D).
In carrying out this major undertaking, GFAR will be reaching out to all stakeholders in AR4D, working through its constituent agencies, networks and partners which include: the six Regional Research Fora (FARA, EFARD, AARINENA, FORAGRO, APAARI, CACAARI), who represent National Agricultural Research Systems and Agricultural Research Institutes, the Alliance of CGIAR centres, the FAO, IFAD, and representatives of farmers, civil society organizations, the private sector and donor agencies.
To stay informed about GCARD updates and register please go to the GCARD website
Find out more about the first GCARD in Montpellier, France from 28 to 31 March 2010, through the Broad Outline of the four-day GCARD 2010 Program
We look forward to involving you all in this important process shaping the future of agriculture. If you would like to get involved in your region, please send an e-mail to GCARD2010@fao.org to learn who to contact.