Pleins feux - Portraits de "JP"
A propos de "Pleins feux"
« Pleins feux - portraits de Jeunes Professionnels » est une galerie de portraits de jeunes professionnels actifs et charismatiques dans la recherche agricole pour le développement.
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Quel est l’intérêt?
A YPARD, nous sommes convaincus que partager son expérience c’est:
- informer et partager des bonnes pratiques et leçons retenues
- générer le débat de pensées et idées pour optimiser l’action
- solliciter l’inspiration pour plus d’innovation et d’entreprenariat
- ...et bien plus!
Pleins feux - Portraits de "JP"
Youth Support in Agriculture, Important in our time…My story
Children often want to become engineers, Doctors, Lawyers, and so on, but only few want to become farmers. Even those who want to be farmers are mostly discouraged by their parents who fear they will not get a good job after school; this however wasn’t the case with me as for several years I have been involved in one way or the other in farming.
Agriculture; my vocation.
In my early childhood my mother was the manager of a big and successful agricultural cooperative, so for me it was an everyday situation to spend the mornings in the sugar beet field, or the afternoons in the wheat storage. Later on, my father started running a pig and cattle farm, and this was opportunity to experience a bit of husbandry production...
From Local Activities to Global Development
Mohammadreza Davari, from Iran, tells us his story and reflects on his experience of Young Professional in Agriculture in Iran.
Abstract: It was a suitable opportunity for me to apply in Iran my experiences and knowledge obtained from Indian scientists. However, I had to adapt my knowledge to be applicable in my country’s context, because of different climates, equipments and culture.
“We need to stumble in order to learn”: Aracely Castro – young professionals showcase
"Never say never" is the phrase proclaimed with a laugh, by Aracely Castro, a Honduran young researcher specialized in agronomy, when asked where her passion and commitment for applied research come from.
Machine and cows are her passion; Heidi Bättig, a young female farm manager in Switzerland
It’s 5.15 in the morning in Ufhusen (LU), a small village of Switzerland. It’s dark and silent, most of the animals and humans are still asleep. It's at this early time of the day that Heidi Bättig (a Swiss young woman, 33 year old) starts her work. She slips into her boots and goes to the barn. First thing she does is to feed the cows and prepare the milking cluster.
GCARD2: YPARD Paved the Way for Me….You could be next!
We discussed the challenges of youth in ARD and proffered solutions that would be brought before stakeholders at the event. Realizing that all over the world, it is a known fact that youths have a key role to play if given the opportunity and the appropriate platform was a source of hope and a better future to anticipate. We can and would be hands of change to transform the world for better.
From getting a Youth voice to committing to action in ARD strategic arena!
I am one of the founding members of YPARD. I am also a promoter of the creation of YPARD European Unit hosted by the Bern University of Applied Sciences, School of Agricultural, Forestry and Food Sciences (HAFL), and its representation in EFARD, the European Forum in ARD (of which I am vice-chair). I join Oliver when he says he is very proud of the successes YPARD has achieved by now.
Youth in ARD: We’re getting there…
I feel privileged to be among the founding members of YPARD. Prior to 2005, we could hardly see young professionals participating in global discussions in ARD. (...) Now in GCARD 2, we were able to provide inputs to the official parallel session on capacity building.(...) These are all inconceivable back in 2000 when the first GFAR Conference was held!
« Travailler à ce qui nous passionne, telle est la façon dont les voies s’ouvrent »
C’est ainsi que Beatriz Vanessa Herrera répond quand on lui demande quelle est la clé pour que, dans sa première année en tant que géographe professionnel, elle ait déjà publié dans une revue de référence telle que Food Security (La sécurité alimentaire) l’article intitulé Threats to cassava production: known and potential geographic distribution of four key biotic constraints...
“Etre chercheur, c'est un voyage intéressant”
C’est ainsi que Danilo Moreta perçoit le défi constant que signifie pour lui être un jeune chercheur. Danilo, un agronome de l'Escuela Panamericana Agricola "Zamorano" au Honduras, a toujours perçu la nature comme quelque chose de mystérieux, magique et plein de charme, notions qui composent une grande partie de sa motivation pour avoir décidé de devenir chercheur.
Creating a new vision for agricultural research!
I am happy to being attached with this network as it is lifting up me to connect with international agricultural research organizations, scientists and networks. YPARD is a promising body of young professionals and has the potential to guide career development.
Me and Agriculture - Our Story
Very often, I am questioned about "Why have you chosen agriculture when you could have done something more interesting and get a stable job?". When I think about it, the only the answer I can get is that I have a passion for it. I have no idea how it happened, but there are many factors that have contributed to it.
Engaging the youth in foresight activities - The Global Foresight Academy: African chapter
"This was my first time to participate in such a high profile meeting however I felt very much a part of the workshop. I must admit though that my interest in foresight was higher compared to the knowledge that I had about foresight which made me a little bit nervous. What I liked most was that my contributions were always solicited and welcomed."
Youth, Entrepreneurship and Agricultural Development - Why and How we created our own youth-friendly company
The Entrepreneurial spirit in the youth must be alive always, especially now when there are thousands of opportunities all around us. Youths must have an open and positive mind to be able to overcome the challenges they face in everyday life. There will always be a demand for agricultural activities because of the need for food to satisfy the ever growing population.
My Songhai experience
"Agriculture in Nigeria and Africa has been neglected in the past years and I advocate that it is time for change. It is time for Youth to invest passionately in agriculture. If each Youth is a producer of an agricultural product be it food crops, animals, poultry, rabbits, grass cutter etc. it would go a long way to contribute to the food basket of our continent."
A serious Game for Agricultural Development
"I believe that we as Young Professionals in Agricultural Research for Development can have a big impact by thinking about innovative practices, technologies and approaches in our working domains. Therefore I would hereby like to share an example of such an innovative approach to show other YPs how we can increase the effects of our efforts by linking other working domains to our own."
Michael Osei, a recognized and promising young scientist from Ghana
Michael Kwabena Osei is a young scientist from Ghana. His work has been recognized through the Ist Ghana Science Congress Awards in August 2011 where he won a Bronze award (Cash prize, lap top and Citation) as the National Best Young Scientist, initiated by the government of Ghana through the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST).
A la périphérie de Douala: un jeune investit dans l'agriculture et joue gagnant
Persévérance, amour du travail, patience…Autant de qualités qui ont permis à William Mouachi Kameni, un jeune camerounais, de réussir dans l’Agriculture en 3 ans. Reportage à Douala.
"YPARD was my gateway, for you it could be"
I first entered the YPARD website in early 2011 through a link from CTA’s Knowledge for Development web portal which I explore often. I always see the YPARD logo/icon on the site but continued to ignore it since I did not know what doors it could open for me. After finishing what I was doing on that fateful day, a thought flashed my mind to click on the logo/icon and see what it meant.
Andrea, de Colombia
Al entrevistar un joven profesional en investigación agrícola para el desarrollo, uno siente esa gran energía, deseos, ideas, proyectos y sueños que comparten con uno tan espontáneamente. Esta experiencia me deja saber que allá afuera hay gente joven que está comprometida y piensa en cómo hacer posible una mejor vida...
Julius, from Nigeria
"During the conference I tried visiting the YPARD booth and see what was going on. There I met and spoke with people, young and old who came around. From my discussion with people, I discovered that the fears that motivated and justified the incorporation of YPARD are real and have a global reach."
Maxwell, from Malawi
"I was sponsored by YPARD to attend the CGIAR Science Forum 2011 in Beijing. As a young researcher this gave me the opportunity to express my views on the future of agricultural research at both global and regional levels."
Darlington, from Zambia
"My long term benefits as YPARD members?
First and for most I have created a link with other agricultural extension experts through YPARD e-discussions. This will help me continue interacting with them even after the e-discussions."
Dramane, du Mali
" J'ai vraiment apprécié les actions que mène cette plateforme. Je pense que c'est ce genre d'espace dont les jeunes ont besoin pour être des vrais agents de changement."
Erina, from Uganda
"I am adventurous and like participating in activities that make a difference in society. In two months of joining YPARD, I got to achieve some of my aspirations. This was in capacity as one of the 12 YPARD representatives at the CGIAR Science Forum in Beijing."
Jo Cadilhon, from France
« YPARD, en collaboration avec e-Agriculture, m'a donné la possibilité de bloguer avec comité de relecture sur des sites reliés à la FAO. C'est un gage de crédibilité sur mon travail et mon opinion, que je ne peux pas atteindre via mon blog personnel. La reconnaissance de mes pairs. »
Jo Cadilhon
Centre d'études et de prospective, Ministère français en charge de l'agriculture
NB : Ces propos ont été validés pour diffusion par le Ministère français en charge de l'agriculture mais ne représentent pas forcément sa position.
Patrice, du Cameroun
« Je dirais qu'à mon avis, le premier bénéfice attendu des échanges sur les jeunes dans la recherche agricole pour le développement (RAD) c'est d'abord le partage d'expériences et la validation de certains constats et hypothèses: est-ce que les difficultés rencontrées par les jeunes ici sont les mêmes qu'ailleurs ? »
Nawsheen, from Mauritius
'As a youth in agriculture, YPARD has given me the opportunity to share my ideas on issues related to youth and agriculture on their platform through articles and discussion forums. I have been able to connect with other youths from different countries and backgrounds who have same objective as me, and together, we have been able to voice our opinions on subjects that matter to us to Policy makers at International Conferences.'
Machteld, The Netherlands
I feel that YPARD is opening doors for young researchers all over the world. Their access and exchange of information, network and opportunities between global young professionals is crucial for present and future agricultural developments and policies. YPARD as an international knowledge network offers room for young professionals to voice their ideas which otherwise might not have been heard.
“Tener un excelente mentor, innovar, aprender y mejorar cada día, claves en el desarrollo de cualquier investigador”
Así responde Édgar Torres cuando se le pregunta por el camino que ha recorrido desde su llegada al CIAT, hace poco más de 10 años, inicialmente para trabajar como enlace entre el Fondo Latinoamericano para Arroz de Riego (FLAR) y la Fundación Nacional del Arroz (Fundarroz), entidad nacional arrocera de Venezuela; hasta su actual responsabilidad como fitomejorador en el programa de Arroz del CIAT.
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événements
04 Nov 2013 - 08 Nov 2013 à Kigali
ICT4Ag: The Digital Springboard for inclusive agriculture
04 Nov 2013 - 08 Nov 2013 à Kigali
ICT4A: Creating the Digital Springboard for 21st Century Agriculture
21 Oct 2013 - 24 Oct 2013 à
3ème Congrès du riz en Afrique 2013
29 Sep 2013 - 02 Oct 2013 à Noordwijkerhout
First International Conference on Global Food Security
22 Sep 2013 - 25 Sep 2013 à Hammamet
4th International Conference of the African Association of Agricultural Economists
Opportunités
date limite 15 Juin 2013
Internship Opportunity at CTA - Web 2.0 and Social Media for Development
date limite 11 Juin 2013
Crops Researcher - Organic Research Centre
date limite 30 Juin 2013