Current activity carried out by the Programme is based on using improved kenaf productivity to reinvigorate value chain farming system for cottage and industrial uses. The following tasks are involved;
On-farm investigation of desirable agronomic traits in two kenaf accessions screened and selected
Effect of mutation using varying doses of Gamma irradiation on morphological traits in M1 and M2 generation of the seeds of kenaf varieties
Improving kenaf genotypes for adaptation to effects of climate change
Control of vector-transmitted viruses in kenaf using integrated disease management strategies
Molecular diagnosis of root-knot nematodes and evaluation of the nematicidal potential of some botanicals for improved yield of kenaf
Economic evaluation of appropriate time of planting and retting techniques in the production of quality kenaf fibre for value addition
Development and evaluation of farmers’ friendly equipment for enhanced kenaf productivity for agro-industrial growth in Nigeria
Development and evaluation of green tea from improved kenaf leaves
Production, evaluation, sensitization and popularisation of kenaffobre for POP production
