Brenna Shumbamhini, Author at subsahara farmers Journal

IFAD President Urges Davos Leaders to Prioritize Reducing Inequalities for Growth and Stability

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 20250670

IFAD President Urges Davos Leaders to Invest in Rural Areas for Global Stability Amid the overlapping crises of climate change, economic instability, and global conflicts,...

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Defy Solar Off-grid: Empowering Rural Communities Through Sustainable Solutions

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 20250243

At the heart of Sub-Saharan Africa, where reliable electricity remains a persistent challenge, Defy Appliances has stepped forward with an innovative solution poised to transform...

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Black Economic Empowerment in Family Farming

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 16, 2025January 16, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 16, 2025January 16, 20250506

BEE Policies and Export Regulations: A Threat to Farmers and Food Security in South Africa The Department of Agriculture’s Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) requirements for...

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Bayer and Neste Partner to Develop Feedstocks for Renewable Fuels

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 13, 2025January 13, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 13, 2025January 13, 20250760

Bayer and Neste Unite to Scale Winter Canola as a Renewable Fuel Feedstock Bayer and Neste, a leader in sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel,...

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The Politics of Disaster Relief: When Humanitarian Aid Faces Borders

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 9, 2025January 9, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 9, 2025January 9, 20250846

The State of Humanitarian Aid: Challenges and the Path Forward In recent years, humanitarian aid, rooted in principles of morality and global solidarity, has increasingly...

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Why Are Prefabricated Modern Agro Closed Houses Becoming Increasingly Popular in Livestock Operations?

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 20250575

Transforming Livestock Farming: The Rise of Prefabricated Modern Agro Closed Houses In recent years, the livestock industry has experienced a significant shift towards sustainable and...

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Understanding Genetic Potential

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 20250614

Breeding Chickens for Egg Production: A Balanced Approach The topic of breeding and selecting chicken breeds for egg production often sparks diverse opinions. At Hendrix...

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Scientists Unveil New Varieties and Management Strategies to Protect Ethiopia’s Faba Beans from Gall Disease

Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 25, 2024December 25, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 25, 2024December 25, 20240896

Smallholder farmers in Ethiopia are breathing a sigh of relief as groundbreaking solutions emerge to tackle the deadly faba bean gall (FBG) disease. Thanks to...

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Rwanda Launches Aquaculture Research Center to Strengthen Local Fish Farming and Reduce Imports

Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 24, 2024December 24, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 24, 2024December 24, 202401594

The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Board (RAB) is constructing a national research and breeding center aimed at increasing local fish production and reducing the...

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Husqvarna Water Pumps: Vital Gear for Firefighting Success

Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 3, 2024December 3, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniDecember 3, 2024December 3, 202401324

Husqvarna Water Pumps: Reliable Allies in Firefighting and Beyond South Africa’s fire season is a stark reminder of the devastating effects of wildfires, with last...