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Sustainability of Millets

A map of the world made out of millet, with a arm and hand reaching out of the bottom right corner pointing to the Horn of Africa
Sustainable Development Solutions Network
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1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
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Online
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Sustainable Development Solutions Network

Join the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) as they celebrate the International Year of Millets. This webinar will review the sustainability aspects of growing millet, including the reduced need for inputs (e.g., water, fertilizer, pesticides), as well as its resilience to climate change. Featured speakers include: 

  • Chef Pierre Thiam, Executive Chef of Nok by Alara (Lagos, Nigeria); Signature Chef of the Pullman Hotel (Dakar, Senegal); Executive Chef and Co-Owner of Teranga (New York City, USA)
  • Dr . Rebbie Harawa, Country Representative for Kenya and Regional Director for Eastern & Southern Africa, ICRISAT
  • Lauren Barredo, Chief of Staff, SDSN
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