The National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI) is a research and development organization focused on improving the production, processing, storage, and utilization of root and tuber crops in Nigeria. Their research includes genetic improvement, extension services, and collaborations to enhance root crop farming practices. The institute's mandate encompasses both national-level research and zonal research specific to the South-East agro-ecological zone, covering Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo States.