Public Engagement
Roots of Resilience
Roots of Resilience is the cultural anchor of AGRIIP. It grounds our work in African values, heritage, and identity, reminding us that agriculture is more than food; it is culture, memory, and flourishing. Through Roots of Resilience, AGRIIP connects farmers, scientists, artists, and communities in bold, creative ways. The programme is built around three flagship strands
Annual Summits
Vibrant gatherings across Africa where farmers, scientists, policymakers, and artists co-create bold solutions for the continent’s food future.
Storytelling & Fellowships
Empowering creatives and scientists to amplify farmer voices through art, film, exhibitions, and intercultural dialogue.
Oral Histories & Digital Archive
Preserving 10,000+ stories of indigenous crops and farming wisdom in a living archive for generations to learn from and build upon.
JR Biotek Art Gallery
The JR Biotek Art Gallery is both a legacy of JR Biotek Foundation and a key strand of AGRIIP’s Roots of Resilience programme. It is a creative hub where African agriculture and art meet to inspire resilience, innovation, and cultural pride. Through exhibitions, education, and partnerships, the Gallery showcases Africa’s agricultural heritage and reimagines indigenous crops as symbols of culture and flourishing.
Our Focus Areas
- Mission & Vision: A space where agriculture and art intersect to celebrate resilience, identity, and innovation.
Exhibitions & Programming: Powerful works that reimagine indigenous crops and farming heritage through art, performance, and immersive experiences.
Learn: Workshops, talks, and resources connecting farmers, scientists, and artists in shared learning.
Global Partners: Collaborations with museums, universities, and cultural institutions that elevate African voices worldwide.
Acquisitions: Sponsorship and patronship opportunities for collectors, donors, and patrons to invest in preserving and celebrating Africa’s crop heritage.
Shop: Indigenous crafts, prints, and cultural products that allow supporters to own a piece of Africa’s agricultural story.
- Learn more on the JR Biotek Foundation website →
