CSIR-SOIL RESEARCH INSTITUTE – Excellence in tropical soil resources research and development

CSIR - SOIL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Excellence in tropical soil resources research and development

Our Mission

The CSIR-Soil Research Institute is a public sector research institution that has been established by Ghana government to generate scientific information and technologies for planning, development and management of the soil resources of Ghana for increased and sustainable agriculture, industry and environmental quality.

The strength of the CSIR-Soil Research Institute lies in its well -trained, dedicated and experienced staff, who adopts multidisciplinary approach, scientific excellence, breadth and depth of scientific and technological skills, to generate high quality, holistic and innovative solutions to clients in sustainable soil resources management.

Vision

The Institute is consciously working towards becoming the Centre of Excellence in research and development of tropical soils resource for sustainable agriculture and environmetal quality.

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Our Objectives

CSIR-SRI exists to undertake the following

To generate information and develop technologies for efficient management of the soil resources of Ghana

To strengthen the Institute's delivery capacity for increased agriculture production

To establish and strengthen linkages with local and international institutions

To develop and promote sound and safe environmental practices

To commercialize soil research findings and services

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Latest News

CSIR-Soil Research Institute Unveils Ultra-Modern Administrative Building in Kumasi

The CSIR-Soil Research Institute (CSIR-SRI) has officially inaugurated a new ultra-modern administrative building at Kwadaso in Kumasi

CSIR-SRI Strengthens Research Skills with Hands-On Training

There was a renewed sense of energy and collaboration at the CSIR-Soil Research Institute as researchers stepped away from their routine laboratory and field

CSIR Council Chair Calls for Transformation into More Visible, Innovative, and Commercial Institution

AWARD Fellowship Empowers Scientists to Champion Sustainable Farming and Community Development

A Senior Technical Officer at the CSIR-Soil Research Institute, Miss Mary Koduah, has successfully completed the prestigious African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) Mentorship Program

CSIR-Soil Research Institute Calls for Evidence-Based Fertilizer Use and Increased Research Funding to Safeguard Ghana’s Soils.

The Director of the CSIR-Soil Research Institute, Dr. Collins Tay, has raised concerns over two critical issues affecting sustainable agricultural development in Ghana: the inappropriate use of imported fertilizers and the inadequate funding of agricultural research.

CSIR Trains Northern Sector Staff in Professional Janitorial and Facilities Sanitation Management

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has organized a 5-day training programme on Professional Janitorial and Facilities Sanitation Management for junior staff from its Northern Sector institutions.

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CSIR-Soil Research Institute Calls for Evidence-Based Fertilizer Use and Increased Research Funding to Safeguard Ghana’s Soils

Byadmin July 1, 2026 Uncategorized

CSIR-Soil Research Institute Calls for Evidence-Based Fertilizer Use and Increased Research Funding...