North-West University Strengthens Agricultural Research with Prestigious SARChI Chair Appointments
Farmers Magazine | 28.04.2026 20:01
The North-West University has reinforced its role in agricultural innovation by awarding two major research chairs to Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu and Rasheed Adeleke under the South African Research Chairs Initiative. This development marks a strategic investment in science that directly supports farmers and strengthens food security systems in South Africa. The announcement came from the National Research Foundation during the national launch of the Decadal Plan Aligned Research Chairs. The event took place at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research in Pretoria on 16 April 2026. It brought together policymakers, academics, and international stakeholders who are focused on advancing research that addresses real agricultural challenges.
