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