Mercy Diebiru-Ojo
Mercy Diebiru-Ojo is a Nigerian agronomist recognized for her groundbreaking work in increasing the yields of cassava and yam, two staple crops in Nigeria. At 44 years old, she was awarded the prestigious Africa Food Prize for her innovative research, which involves using hydroponic techniques to grow these crops in disease-resistant environments. Her ambition is to revolutionize Nigeria's agricultural sector by enhancing crop productivity from the current average of five tonnes per hectare to an impressive 30 tonnes, thereby tackling food insecurity and improving the nation’s position in the agricultural value chain. Through her work at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture in Ibadan, she aims to inspire future generations, especially women in agriculture, and contribute to a food-secure Africa.
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Mercy Diebiru-Ojo is an agronomist who aims to increase Nigerian yam and cassava yields by 500 percent and was awarded the Africa Food Prize for her research.
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