Brenna Shumbamhini, Author at Sub-Sahara Famers Journal

Rwanda seeks to enhance cassava, maize, and potato production by introducing genetically engineered, disease-resistant, and climate-tolerant varieties

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 17, 2024October 17, 202402505

Rwanda is aiming to boost the production of cassava, maize, and potatoes by introducing genetically engineered varieties that are resistant to diseases, pests, and drought....

Featured Markets

Ghana purchases its first drought insurance policy from ARC

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 17, 2024October 17, 202402241

The Government of Ghana has made a groundbreaking move by purchasing its first-ever sovereign drought insurance policy, aimed at protecting vulnerable communities and the agricultural...

Featured technology

Berry’s SilotitePro Films Revolutionize Bale Wrapping with Advanced Technology for Improved Silage Quality and Sustainability

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 16, 2024October 16, 202402093

Combining the requirements of modern bale wrapping – improved silage quality, reducing plastic usage, and compatibility with new and advanced baling equipment, Berry’s range of...

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From 1 to 100 Million: Standard Bank’s OneFarm Share Reaches 100 Million Meal Milestone on World Food Day

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 16, 2024October 16, 202401684

In South Africa’s agricultural heartland, a remarkable milestone has been reached. The OneFarm Share program, powered by Standard Bank in collaboration with HelloChoice, has delivered...

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AfDB and Partners Commit to Fast-Tracking Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Program Implementation

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 15, 2024October 15, 202401677

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has reached an agreement with participating Nigerian state governments to expedite the implementation of a program aimed at developing...

Machinery and Equipment technology

Sona Machinery Introduces AI-Powered Color Sorter Machine with Advanced Camera Technology for Precision Grain Sorting

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 15, 2024October 15, 202401861

Sona Machinery, a leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specializing in automated, high-quality solutions for the grain-based distillery industry, proudly announces the launch of its cutting-edge...

technology

How Crop Analysis Supports Sustainable Agriculture: A CNH ‘A Sustainable Year’ Story

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 11, 2024October 11, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 11, 2024October 11, 202401457

CNH is dedicated to advancing the essential work of farmers worldwide through sustainable practices. In the fifth installment of our ‘A Sustainable Year’ series, we...

Featured livestock

Alpine Goats: The Dairy Breed Flourishing in Kenya’s Highlands

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 10, 2024October 10, 202401507

From the drought-resistant Galla goat breed, native to Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Somalia, to the smaller, pet-friendly Nigerian Dwarf Goats, and larger dairy breeds like...

Featured technology

Smallholder farmers from Africa call for improved access to technology to enable regenerative agriculture and foster resilience

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 10, 2024October 10, 202401343

Smallholder farmers in Africa are benefiting from regenerative agriculture but need better access to technology to maximize its potential. During the second Roundtable of African...

AGRI-INPUTS

Zimbabwe is placing its hopes on fertilizer to enhance agricultural production.

Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 9, 2024October 9, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniOctober 9, 2024October 9, 202401728

As the planting season approached, Zimbabwe was making every effort to ensure farmers had access to essential agricultural inputs. The agricultural season and land preparation...