2025 - Afro Agri Review Journal

12
Mar

Evfarmer Targets Africa in Ambitious Expansion Drive

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Global agricultural finance giant Evfarmer has announced a major strategic shift, with a special focus on the African market this year. The company aims to tackle the persistent challenges faced by large-scale farm enterprises across the continent, including limited access to capital, cutting-edge technology, and essential support services. Recognizing Africa’s immense potential for agricultural development, […]

12
Mar

Swiss Tech Giants Join Forces to Green the Global Food Chain

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Zurich: A landmark partnership between Swiss tech titans xFarm Technologies and Bühler is set to revolutionize sustainability in the agri-food sector, promising to bring unprecedented transparency and environmental accountability to the global food supply chain. xFarm Technologies, a leader in agricultural digitalization, and Bühler, a global powerhouse in food processing technology, are joining forces to […]

11
Mar

Lumpy Skin Disease: A Crippling Threat to Africa’s Cattle Industry

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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3 min read

A silent epidemic is sweeping through pastoral communities, casting a long shadow over the continent’s livestock industry. Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), a viral infection that causes devastating economic losses, is rapidly emerging as a major threat, leaving farmers grappling with reduced milk production, damaged hides, and alarmingly high mortality rates. The impact of LSD is […]

10
Mar

Insect Protein Industry in EU Faces Crisis as Producers Struggle

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Brussels: The once-promising insect protein industry in the European Union is facing a stark reality, with several major producers teetering on the brink of collapse. Just a few years after the first insect-based food products received EU authorization in 2021, the sector is grappling with financial turmoil, highlighting the challenges of scaling up a nascent […]

09
Mar

Nairobi Summit to Tackle Funding Crisis for Africa’s Smallholder Farmers

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Nairobi, Kenya: A critical summit aimed at unlocking vital financial resources for Africa’s millions of smallholder farmers will convene in Nairobi next week. The African Development Bank Group and the Pan-African Farmers Organization (PAFO) are set to host a high-level conference, “Scaling Finance for Smallholder Farmers in Africa,” at the Marriot Hotel on March 17-18, […]

08
Mar

Global Trade Tensions: South Africa Eyes Potential Opportunities Amid US-China Tariff War

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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3 min read

A brewing trade war between the US and China, marked by escalating tariffs, is sending ripples through global markets, leaving South Africa poised to potentially capitalize on the fallout. The recent 10% tariff hike by the US, bringing the cumulative total to 20% in just a month, has triggered swift retaliation from China, with tariffs […]

07
Mar

Africa Agri Tech 2025: Glimpsing the Future of Farming

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Pretoria: Five years ago, Africa Agri Tech (AAT) ignited a spark, showcasing the transformative power of science and technology in revolutionising agriculture. Now, as 2025 looms, the stage is set for an even more ambitious vision – a five-year forecast into the cutting-edge developments that will shape the future of farming across the continent. The […]

06
Mar

Bumper Fruit Crops and Resilient Exports Prop Up South Africa’s Agricultural Sector Amidst Drought

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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3 min read

Despite a mid-summer drought that threatened grain and oilseed production, South Africa’s agricultural sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, buoyed by robust fruit harvests and strategic export partnerships. According to a recent Agbiz report, the sector has maintained its growth trajectory, showcasing its adaptability in the face of climatic challenges. Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at Agbiz, […]

04
Mar

Sugar Refinery Saved from Costly Downtime by Expert Bearing Analysis

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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2 min read

Durban: A crucial sugar refinery in KwaZulu-Natal, Tongaat Hulett, averted potentially crippling production losses thanks to a meticulous bearing failure analysis conducted by SKF and their authorised distributor, Bearings Services Durban. The collaborative effort shed light on preventative measures, highlighting the often-overlooked importance of expert diagnostics in industrial settings. The refinery’s mainline pump, a vital […]

03
Mar

Bird Flu Fears Mount as Trump Era Disrupts US Response

Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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3 min read

By Ashely McGregor, United States Correspondent Washington D.C.: A growing sense of unease is gripping health experts across the United States as the avian influenza outbreak intensifies, compounded by what many perceive as a chaotic and fragmented response from the Trump administration. Concerns are mounting that crucial information is being suppressed, and vital communication channels […]

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