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ROPAAS

About

Who we are, what we stand for, and the professionals advancing agricultural advisory services in Rwanda.

Who we are

Rwanda Organization of Professionals in Agriculture Advisory Services (ROPAAS)

ROPAAS was established in June 2024 by a dedicated group of professionals from both the public and private sectors.

Our fundamental objective is to promote professionalism in the delivery of agricultural advisory services to sustain and enhance the performance of Rwanda's agriculture sector.

We serve as the official country forum member of the African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS).

ROPAAS team and advisory professionals

Our foundation

What guides our work

Vision

An Agriculture sector where sustainable and innovative practices empower communities, enhance food security and drive economic growth.

Mission

To advance agricultural performance through professional advisory services, innovation, and resilient food systems.

Values

Proximity, Professionalism, Accountability, and Sustainability.

Our expertise

Professionals across the agriculture value chain

ROPAAS members hold PhD, MSc, BSc, and A1 qualifications in a wide range of fields, bringing practical knowledge and research into advisory work.

  • Crop production
  • Soil science
  • Irrigation engineering
  • Agribusiness
  • Agriculture mechanization
  • Food science
  • Agriculture extension
  • Rural development
  • Other related fields
Agriculture advisory professionals at a ROPAAS event