Delivering transgenic drought-tolerant and insect-protected maize varieties to African farmers
The TELA maize project has protected smallholder farmers from Stem-borer and Fall Armyworm through resistant maize varieties. As part of the project’s fifth year, the AATF has restated its commitment to developing transgenic drought-tolerant and insect-protected maize varieties.
May 8, 2023
To address challenges caused by maize diseases and pests, AATF renews its commitment to the TELA maize project, which works towards the commercialization of transgenic drought-tolerant and insect-proof maize varieties to safeguard food security in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Climate adaptation and mitigation, Nutrition, health and food security