Bioresources Development Centre Ikot-Ekpene in Akwa-Ibom State Started on 23/12/2020 with three principal officers.

To be a leading center of excellence in biotechnology research and innovation, transforming scientific ideas into sustainable national and global solutions.

To advance biotechnology research, promote innovation, and deliver sustainable technologies that improve the quality of life, ensure food and health security, and protect the environment.

We employ a multidisciplinary approach that integrates molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and computational sciences. Our laboratories are equipped with modern facilities for experimental research, pilot production, and field testing.
We are committed to pioneering scientific research and technological innovations that drive sustainable development through biotechnology. Our Research and Development (R&D) department serves as the heart of innovation—bridging science, technology, and society to deliver real-world impact.
We believe that biotechnology holds the key to solving some of the most pressing global challenges—ranging from food insecurity and environmental degradation to public health crises and industrial inefficiencies. Through focused research, collaboration, and commercialization, we aim to position biotechnology as a catalyst for national growth and global competitiveness.
To harness all the bioresources of the State and also process some of the raw materials e.g oil palm and coconut to encourage industrialization and job creation. Also to deploy modern Technology for improved crop varieties.
Skill and capacity in the area of mass production of Musa spp. (plantain and banana), macro propagation skill in Budding technology of different Citrus Species.
Skill in Breaking of dormancy of oil palm seed.
Skill in Bio-organic fertilizer production
Skill in different Agronomy practices and processing.
Cassava
Oil palm
Cotton
Snail
Vegetable
Coconut Apiary (Bee keeping) honey