A good natured debate of differing opinions and shared expertise taking place now at #ILRIat50 - ‘This house believes that livestock herds and the consumption of animal-sourced foods should be reduced globally to address the urgent demands of the climate crisis.’
Join in! What do you think?
Chef Dennis spoke passionately at #ILRIat50 about the importance of teaching children to eat healthily and understand where their food comes from #whylivestockmatter
We also welcomed Chef Dennis Ombachi, The Roaming Chef, to #ILRIat50! Find his recipe for chicken kienyeji, grilled then wrapped in banana leaves and baked over hot coals till charred and smoky 😋 👇
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The day is being captured by our busy photographers - check out our album here! flic.kr/s/aHBqjBSiSo #ILRIat50
Fikru Regassa, State Minister for Ministry of Agriculture, Ethiopia, and Andrew Karanja, Cabinet Secretary for the Kenya Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development looked forward to more years of fruitful collaboration, sustainable growth and climate-smart solutions. #ILRIat50
Returning to the stage, Appolinaire Djikeng proudly highlighted the tangible impact of the ILRI’s research, already documented in our comprehensive book, downloadable here 👇
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Martyn Jeggo took to the stage following a spirited dance with the Hakuna Matata Childrens Choir.
With warm humour he recalled his long, zigzagging journey to becoming ILRI board chair, praising the development of ILRI & the crucial support of the Kenyan & Ethiopian governments. #ILRIat50
Our director general Appolinaire Djikeng opened the event with thanks to the vital support of so many governments, donors, international and regional partners, and funders whose support has allowed ILRI to touch the lives of so many through the work we have done. #ILRIat50
Excitement in the air as the #ILRIat50 Kenya celebration begins in Nairobi. Distinguished guests, alumni, partners, staff and livestock advocates were welcomed by a lively performance by the local Hakuna Matata Children’s Choir
🎉 Are you getting excited for the #ILRIat50 celebration on Friday 29 Nov too?
If you’re not in Nairobi, you can still join us online to celebrate ILRI’s 50 years of milestones 👉 ilri-org.zoom.us/j/8217366927...
🙌 Join ILRI Kenya on Friday 29 Nov to celebrate ILRI’s 50 years of milestones, and the launch of our new strategy!
Register to attend online 👉 ilri-org.zoom.us/j/8217366927...
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