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Technological Evolution in the VFC Tobacco Sector: Advancing Toward Smart Mechanization

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 20260126

Mechanization in agriculture follows shared patterns across sectors, but in the case of Virginia flue-cured (VFC) tobacco, the transition is particularly significant. Rising labour costs,...

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Konya Agriculture Fair offers a platform connecting agriculture in Türkiye and Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 5, 2026March 5, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 5, 2026March 5, 20260240

The 22nd Konya Agriculture Fair, taking place on 7–11 April 2026 in Konya, Türkiye’s agricultural capital, positions the country as a strategic trade and technology...

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Mara Elephant Project Partners with Global Conservation Forum on Wildlife Tech

Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 20260329

The Mara Elephant Project (MEP) is pleased to confirm its role as a conservation partner for the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026),...

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

Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 20260319

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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Mechanizing Africa’s farms won’t work unless we do it differently

Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 2, 2026February 2, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 2, 2026February 2, 20260360

For decades, Africa’s agricultural mechanization has been guided by a stubborn assumption: if tractors transformed farming elsewhere, surely, they would do the same here. So,...

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Agriculture Spraying Drones Market Set to Surpass $6.8 Billion by 2033

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 22, 2026January 22, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 22, 2026January 22, 20260363

The global agriculture spraying drones market is poised for significant growth, projected to increase from $1.2 billion in 2024 to $6.8 billion by 2033, expanding...

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UjuziKilimo Launches World’s First Smartphone-Connected Spectral Soil Sensor

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 19, 2026January 19, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 19, 2026January 19, 20260372

In a landmark development for global agri-tech, UjuziKilimo, an Agri-Intelligence company, has unveiled SoilPal Pro, the world’s first smartphone-connected spectral soil sensor. The device brings laboratory-grade...

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307pro/310pro: Optimizing Pig Production with Smart Climate and Production Control

Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 15, 2026January 15, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJanuary 15, 2026January 15, 20260381

Successful pig production requires more than just the watchful eyes of the farmer—it demands precise control over the animals’ environment and daily routines. The 307pro/310pro climate...

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KSB launches revolutionary Imvubu wastewater pump

Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 12, 2025November 12, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 12, 2025November 12, 20250628

New pump has a big “mouth” and enough power to manage solids KSB has officially launched the KSB ELN-150 Imvubu, a rugged new self-priming wastewater...

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COP30: Investing in Climate Adaptation Is Smart Business, Says IFAD

Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 10, 2025November 10, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 10, 2025November 10, 20250637

At the upcoming COP30, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is making a powerful case that investing in climate adaptation — particularly in small-scale...