Events
MID-YEAR REVIEW 2025
We successfully held our 2025 Mid-Year Presentation session as part of efforts to assess progress on research activities, administrative goals, and strategic institutional priorities.
The event brought together scientists, research technicians, and administrative staff to present updates on ongoing projects, completed research activities, and collaborations aimed at promoting sustainable forest management, biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and livelihood improvement.
COLLOQUIUM PRESENTATION
We were honored to host Dr. David Kenfack from ForestGEO — a passionate scientist dedicated to understanding and protecting African forest ecosystems.
He shared insights on the ForestGEO Africa Program, an inspiring initiative for the long-term monitoring of African forests — a topic that impacts not just science but the future of our planet.
This session was chaired by Prof. Stephen Adu-Bredu is a leading voice in forest research.
END OF SERVICE PRESENTATION
It’s that time of the year again when we came together for one of the most insightful and reflective sessions on our calendar.
We heard directly from our National Service personnel about their journey over the past year, the experiences that shaped them, the challenges they navigated, and the lessons they gained along the way.
Our personnel have been part of our daily operations, contributing their skills, energy, and fresh perspectives. They had the floor to share their stories and offered recommendations that could help us all improve the way we work and support one another so this was not just a presentation.
CSIR-FORIG WELCOMES TRAINEES FOR IT'S FLAGSHIP SNAIL FARMING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Dr. Stella Britwum Acquah, speaking on behalf of the Director of the Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG), warmly welcomed a new batch of trainees under the Institute’s flagship Snail Farming Technology Training Program.
In her address, Dr. Britwum Acquah encouraged participants to take the training seriously, emphasizing that it presents an opportunity to enhance their livelihoods and generate sustainable income. She urged them to ask questions and actively engage with the facilitators to gain practical knowledge and skills.
She also introduced other livelihood initiatives available at CSIR-FORIG, including mushroom cultivation and beekeeping, highlighting the Institute’s Seed Centre as a reliable source of quality seeds for nursery and plantation development.
Participants expressed enthusiasm about the training, sharing that they joined to explore the economic potential of snail farming while pursuing a venture they genuinely enjoy
CSIR-FORIG HOSTS THE 285TH DIRECTORS' MANAGEMENT MEETING (DMC)
It was an honour to host the 285th Directors' Management Committee (DMC) meeting of CSIR-Ghana.
The meeting provided an opportunity for CSIR-FORIG staff to engage and interact with the Committee on key institutional issues.
The DMC meetings are an integral part of CSIR’s governance process, promoting transparency and alignment between management and research divisions across its institutes.
Please enjoy some pictures from the staff durbar.
CSIR-FORIG OUTREACH TEAM SENSITISES RAMSEYERVOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL INSTITUTE ON CLIMATE CHANGE
The CSIR-FORIG Schools Outreach Team, led by Dr Reginald T. Guuroh, visited the Ramseyer Vocational/Technical Institute in Kyirapatre, Kumasi, to educate students on climate change and the role of forests in protecting the environment.
The team was warmly welcomed by the Principal, Mr Samuel Asamoa Ayeh-Hanson and staff. Through interactive presentations, Dr Stella Britwum Acquah, Dr Akwasi Duah-Gyamfi, and Dr. Guuroh taught students about the causes and impacts of climate change, as well as key mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Students also joined the team in a tree-planting exercise, demonstrating their enthusiasm for environmental stewardship.
The school staff thanked CSIR-FORIG for the initiative and expressed hope for future collaboration, especially during their upcoming Green Day celebration.
CSIR-FORIG HOSTS NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS WORKSHOP ON COMMUNITY FORESTRY INTERVENTIONS FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT
The CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG) today held a one-day National Stakeholders Workshop focused on Community Forestry Interventions designed to foster job creation, poverty reduction, and livelihood improvement in rural forest-fringe communities.
The event provided an opportunity for the Institute’s scientists to present findings from a scoping study on Ghana’s rural forest landscapes. The study was undertaken by a CSIR-FORIG research team led by Dr. Reginald T. Guuroh Esq. Workshop participants included stakeholders from project communities, the Forestry Commission, non-governmental organizations, and researchers from universities and research institutes.
The project is funded by the Pulte Institute for Global Affairs of the University of Notre Dame, USA. This workshop is one in a planned series aimed at identifying innovative ideas, strategies, and interventions that can significantly reduce poverty in rural forest-dependent areas while strengthening efforts toward forest protection and conservation.
CSIR-FORIG remains committed to research-driven solutions that balance community development with sustainable natural resource management.
COLLOQUIUM PRESENTATION - DR. JERRY OPPONG ADUTWUM
Today at CSIR–FORIG, scientists, technologists, and technicians gathered for a highly engaging colloquium exploring how research canuni transform Ghana’s wood sector.
Dr. Jerry Oppong Adutwum delivered a compelling presentation on:
“Towards Modifying Ghanaian Woods: The Effect of Heat Treatment on Kyenykyen (Antiaris toxicaria) Wood.”
Chaired by Dr. James K. Korang, the session highlighted the potential of heat treatment—a sustainable, chemical-free process to significantly enhance the durability, stability, and commercial value of our indigenous wood species.
Today at CSIR–FORIG, scientists, technologists, and technicians gathered for a highly engaging colloquium exploring how research canuni transform Ghana’s wood sector.
Dr. Jerry Oppong Adutwum delivered a compelling presentation on:
“Towards Modifying Ghanaian Woods: The Effect of Heat Treatment on Kyenykyen (Antiaris toxicaria) Wood.”
Chaired by Dr. James K. Korang, the session highlighted the potential of heat treatment—a sustainable, chemical-free process to significantly enhance the durability, stability, and commercial value of our indigenous wood species.
DAY 1 CSIR-FORIG 2025 YEAR-END REVIEW KICKS OFF, FOCUSING ON AI'S TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE IN FORESTRY RESEARCH
EJISU, GHANA – DECEMBER 15, 2025
The annual 2025 End-of-Year Review for scientists and technologists at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research - Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG) officially commenced today. The event signals the culmination of a successful research cycle and sets a forward-looking agenda for innovation and sustainable forest management.
The opening session was highlighted by an insightful presentation from the esteemed guest speaker, Professor Nana Ewusi-mensah. Prof. Ewusi-mensah, an Associate Professor of Soil Science in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi, Ghana, captivated attendees with a deep dive into the critical subject of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Forestry Research and its Impact.
AI: The New Frontier in Forest Management
Professor Ewusi-mensah highlighted how advanced computational tools and machine learning are poised to revolutionize how CSIR-FORIG approaches its core mandate.
The discussion underscored the Institute’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into its research framework to solve complex ecological and socio-economic challenges.
The 2025 End-of-Year Review provides vital internal feedback, ensures accountability to stakeholders, and aligns CSIR-FORIG's research priorities for the upcoming year, guaranteeing the Institute remains at the forefront of national and global forestry research. The review is expected to continue with more presentations and discussions in the coming two days.
DAY 2 FOCUSES ON PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY
THE MOMENTUM OF THE 2025 END-OF-YEAR REVIEW CONTINUED ROBUSTLY INTO DAY 2 (DECEMBER 16, 2025).
The session was inaugurated by a compelling address from the Deputy Director of CSIR-FORIG, Dr. Mrs. Lucy Amissah.
In her presentation, Dr. Amissah delivered a crucial message underscoring the importance of internal growth for external impact. She emphasized the need for scientists and technologists to prioritize personal development, actively engage in professional networking, and embrace the principles of mentorship to foster a robust and collaborative research environment. Her call to action reinforced the Institute's dedication to nurturing its human capital.
Comprehensive Divisional Reports
Day two provided a comprehensive overview of the Institute's strategic and operational arms, with presentations delivered by the following divisions:
Forest Policy, Governance, and Livelihoods Division
Wood Industry and Utilization Division
Forest and Climate Change Division
Administration Division
Finance Division
Commercialisation Division
Features
A courtesy visit to KOICA-Ghana.
Dr. Kwame Antwi Oduro, Director of the CSIR-Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG), together with Dr. Jewel Andoh, Research Scientist, paid a fruitful courtesy visit to the Deputy Country Director of KOICA-Ghana.
The visit focused on sharing CSIR-FORIG’s impactful research initiatives and exploring promising avenues for strategic collaboration on future projects.
This engagement marks another bold step toward building partnerships that drive innovation, sustainability, and development in Ghana’s forestry sector.
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