Dr. Amos Rutherford Azinu, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Legacy Crop Improvement Centre (LCIC), has been honored at the prestigious India–Africa Seed Summit held in Hyderabad, India.
Presented by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture at the Marigold Hotel, the award recognizes Dr. Azinu’s outstanding contributions to sustainable agriculture, seed innovation, and empowering smallholder farmers across Africa. Operating under the theme “Seeding Solutions for India and Africa,” the summit brought together policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders to advance climate-resilient crops and strengthen global food security.
Receiving an ornate golden plaque symbolizing growing cross-continental partnerships, Dr. Azinu’s recognition highlights the global impact of African agricultural innovators. Through his leadership at LCIC, he continues to champion high-quality, climate-smart seed technologies that drive agricultural resilience and economic growth.
