Experts from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have inked a new deal with local researchers to help increase agricultural productivity through improved environmental conservation.

According to the deal, Chinese researchers will join their colleagues at the University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK), to conduct a study on how Rwanda can protect the agriculture ecosystem against the effects of climate change.

This joint research project on soil and water conservation is designed to help Rwanda improve its production capacity and boost food security, said, Dr. Jean Ngamije, the UNILAK Vice Chancellor.

Findings from the five-year research project are expected to provide scientific evidence, technology support and demonstration projects to improve livelihoods by building climate resilience and restoring and conserving key ecosystems in developing countries.