The Ban Keeping South Africa’s Farmers Awake at Night
Namibia and Botswana have stirred controversy in the agricultural sector by enforcing a long-standing ban on importing citrus and vegetables from South Africa—an action that...
McKinsey’s 2024 Global Farmers Survey: New yield increasing products, agtech, and sustainable practices lay the foundation to increase profitability, combat industry price volatility
New research from McKinsey & Company highlights that global farmers are increasingly focusing on sustainable practices, innovative technology, and new yield-enhancing products to boost profits,...
Rwanda seeks to enhance cassava, maize, and potato production by introducing genetically engineered, disease-resistant, and climate-tolerant varieties
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....
Ghana purchases its first drought insurance policy from ARC
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...
Berry’s SilotitePro Films Revolutionize Bale Wrapping with Advanced Technology for Improved Silage Quality and Sustainability
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...
From 1 to 100 Million: Standard Bank’s OneFarm Share Reaches 100 Million Meal Milestone on World Food Day
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...
AfDB and Partners Commit to Fast-Tracking Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Program Implementation
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...
Sona Machinery Introduces AI-Powered Color Sorter Machine with Advanced Camera Technology for Precision Grain Sorting
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...
How Crop Analysis Supports Sustainable Agriculture: A CNH ‘A Sustainable Year’ Story
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...
Alpine Goats: The Dairy Breed Flourishing in Kenya’s Highlands
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...