National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB)

Welcome to the official site of (National Center For Genetic Resources & Biotechnolgy), NACGRAB. NACGRAB has consistently maintained a credible demonstration field of disease free cassava, plantain, sweet potatoes, pineapple, passion fruits among others.

NACGRAB has been working with some universities in the area of tissue culture research and development.

The Centre has succeeded in culturing some endangered tree species such as Hura crepitans. Research work is being carried out towards culturing of Irvingia (Bush- mango) and other multipurpose trees. Protocols have also been developed for micro propagation of Sessame and Gum Arabic.

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Recent collections at NACGRAB'S

NACGRAB Gets Full Autonomy

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IPGRI Organizers Training

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	Meet the Director
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	Tissue culture unit
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The center is also responsible for development of facilities, the identification of national research needs and priorities and the conduct of research in conservation and utilization of genetic resources. Acquisition of germplasm, their conservation for posterity and immediate utilisation to rapidly transform our agriculture and industry, improve the local sourcing of drugs that are of plant origin and help in the amelioration of harsh environments