K&JIP RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
- Identification of suitable and adaptable high yielding kenaf and jute varieties for agroecological zones in Nigeria
- Exploration of kenaf and jute improvement varieties as fibre source for industries
- Development of production technologies on kenaf and jute for small, medium and large scale industrial uses in Nigeria
- Development of cottage level industrial processing and utilization of kenaf and jute produce/products
- Back-stopping relevant organizations and establishment of linkages for exchange of information and genetic resources of kenaf and jute