I am a principal scientist within ILRI and currently lead the Livestock Genetics Flagship of the Livestock CRP. I have been with ILRI since 2007 based in Nairobi, Kenya. Whilst my main area of expertise is in animal breeding and genetics, I typically work as a member of multi- or trans-disciplinary programs, aimed at addressing the multiple and varied constraints within a particular livestock value chain or system. I strongly believe that to make positive change in these challenging systems a multi-faceted approach - working at different scales and with different actors - is required. I am also very passionate about ensuring the work we do within animal breeding and genetics, and more generally, is gender responsive and promotes women’s empowerment. I have worked in numerous different livestock systems focusing on different species (mainly cattle, small ruminants and pigs) in varied countries within African and Asia.
My Projects
My Publications
Scaling behavioural change communication packages through livestock champions in the small ruminant value chain in Mali
Scaling gender-sensitive livestock innovation packages in the small ruminant value chains in Mali for sustainable animal productivity and livelihoods (2022-2024)
