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26
Mar

Alarming Rise in Antibiotic-Resistant E. coli Found in Kumasi’s Food Chain

  • Ryan Matthews / 8 months
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Kumasi, Ghana: A recent study conducted in Kumasi, Ghana, has revealed a concerning prevalence of antibiotic-resistant E. coli bacteria within the local food production chain, raising alarms about potential public health risks. Researchers have discovered significant levels of these resistant bacteria in lettuce, poultry manure, irrigation water, and soil samples, indicating widespread contamination. The study, […]

24
Mar

African Swine Fever Threatens Croatia’s Heritage Pig Breed

  • Ryan Matthews / 8 months
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From Ivana Marić in Zagreb Zagreb, Croatia: The picturesque fields of Eastern Croatia, home to the distinctive Black Slavonian pig, have been rocked by a recent outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF). This highly contagious disease, which decimates pig populations, has prompted an urgent scientific investigation into its impact on the breed’s genetic diversity.   […]

22
Mar

African Development Bank Pledges $500 Million to Unlock $10 Billion for Smallholder Farmers

  • Ryan Matthews / 8 months
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From  Njeri Kipkirui in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya: In a bold move to transform African agriculture, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced plans to launch a $500 million facility designed to unlock a staggering $10 billion in financing for smallholder farmers and agricultural enterprises across the continent. Unveiling the ambitious initiative at the Scaling Finance […]

21
Mar

Kubota Bets on Indian-Made Tractors to Till African Market

  • Ryan Matthews / 8 months
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Osaka, Japan: Japanese agricultural machinery giant Kubota is embarking on a bold strategy to conquer the African market. Leveraging the cost-effectiveness of its Indian subsidiary, the company plans to deliver affordable tractors to the continent’s burgeoning agricultural sector. The company plans to ship low-cost tractors manufactured in India to small-scale farms across Africa, aiming to […]

20
Mar

Zambian Farmers Embrace Ancient Techniques to Tackle Modern Challenges

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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By Joshua Kamanga Zambia: A ground-breaking alliance between Solidaridad Southern Africa, Kvuno, and Planboo is bringing the ancient practice of biochar production to Zambian smallholder farmers, offering a potent solution to soil degradation and climate change. This innovative partnership is empowering farmers with the knowledge and skills to transform agricultural waste into a valuable soil […]

19
Mar

From Cattle to Crickets: Kenyan Pastoralists Find Resilience in Insect Farming

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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By Njeri Kipkirui Laikipia, Kenya: The harsh realities of climate change and dwindling grazing lands are forcing pastoral communities in Kenya to confront a stark choice: adapt or perish. For Rosemary Nenini, witnessing her husband’s cattle succumb to a devastating drought between 2020 and 2022 was a turning point. Like many in her community, Nenini’s […]

18
Mar

Bumper Exports Defy “Siege” Narrative: South African Agriculture Thrives Amid Global Uncertainty

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Johannesburg: Despite persistent narratives of a sector under siege, South Africa’s agricultural industry continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, posting record export figures in 2024. While environmental challenges and animal health concerns posed hurdles, the sector’s robust performance paints a picture of enduring strength, driven by strong harvests and sustained global demand. “For a sector some […]

17
Mar

Parched Fields, Empty Pockets: Ugandan Farmers’ Fortunes Diverge Amid Climate Chaos

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Kampala: A stark divide has emerged in Uganda’s agricultural heartlands, as the Auditor General, Edward Akol, reveals the devastating impact of erratic weather patterns on the nation’s farmers. Those who have embraced irrigation are reaping the rewards of increased yields and bolstered incomes, while those reliant on the whims of nature have seen their earnings […]

15
Mar

AfDB Doubles Down on Food Security with Major Investment in Agricultural Technology

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Abuja: The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionising African agriculture, signing a significant agreement with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to fund the second phase of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) programme. This initiative, a cornerstone of the AfDB’s Feed Africa Strategy, aims to bolster food […]

13
Mar

Africa’s Prodigal Sons: Tech-Savvy Farmers Return to Sow a Golden Harvest

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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West Africa-From the gleaming towers of Wall Street to the dusty fields of Guinea, a quiet revolution is taking root. Africa’s young, ambitious diaspora, armed with MBAs and a burning desire to reconnect with their roots, are returning home, not to build skyscrapers, but to cultivate the land. Forget the traditional image of the weathered, […]