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Agrico Scales Up PVC Pipe Production to Meet Southern Africa’s Water Infrastructure Demands

Brenna ShumbamhiniJune 24, 2025June 24, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJune 24, 2025June 24, 202501782

South African irrigation leader Agrico is set to revolutionize the region’s water delivery systems with a new production line capable of manufacturing rigid mPVC and...

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Smart Irrigation: How Automation Is Transforming Water Use in Agriculture

Brenna ShumbamhiniJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniJune 11, 2025June 11, 202502150

As water scarcity and climate variability intensify, efficient irrigation is becoming more critical than ever in modern agriculture. Where farmers once relied on intuition or...

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South Africa’s irrigation system is facing a significant challenge due to polluted rivers and inadequate sewage treatment. Here’s what’s happening:

Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 27, 2025May 27, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 27, 2025May 27, 202502325

Irrigation Water Contamination Impact on Food Safety and Human Health Call to Action To address this issue, South Africa needs to focus on improving sewage...

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Rooted in Tradition, Growing with Innovation: How Ethiopian Farmers Are Reinventing Agriculture to Survive Climate Change

Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 20, 2025May 20, 202501992

KONSO, Ethiopia — As the golden light of dawn spills over the rocky highlands of Konso, Kawadaya Oldisha steps into his terraced field with quiet...

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Transformation of Irrigated Agriculture in the Middle East

Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 3, 2025April 4, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 3, 2025April 4, 202501809

Emerging technologies such as AI, IoT sensors, smart irrigation, satellite imagery, and drones are paving the way for the digital transformation of agriculture in the...

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Beyond Awareness: Making Water Conservation Education Actionable

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 28, 2025March 28, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 28, 2025March 28, 202502536

As South Africa grapples with worsening water shortages, National Water Week serves as a stark reminder that awareness alone is not enough. Despite years of...

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Drought-Resistant Crops and Smart Irrigation: A Path to Sustainable Agriculture in Africa

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 20, 2025March 20, 202502290

As water scarcity becomes an increasing concern across Africa, drought-resistant crops offer a vital solution. These resilient crops enable smallholder farmers to maintain stable yields...

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Empowering Small-Scale Farmers Through Effective Irrigation Strategies

Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 202501337

Irrigation has revolutionized agriculture, empowering farmers worldwide to boost crop yields and enhance food security. By providing a consistent water supply, irrigation mitigates the challenges...

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IFAD Impact Report 2023: Empowering 8 Million Rural Lives with Sustainable Bonds

Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 29, 2024November 29, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 29, 2024November 29, 202401272

IFAD’s Impact Report 2023: Transforming Lives with Sustainable Bonds The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is taking bold steps to uplift over 8.1 million...

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Empowering Farmers: Turning Water Quality Challenges into Opportunities

Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 20, 2024November 20, 2024

by Brenna ShumbamhiniNovember 20, 2024November 20, 202401279

Turning Water Quality Challenges into Opportunities for Farmers Across the globe, farmers grapple with an alarming reality: relying on water from polluted streams or unregulated...