Lessons from Uganda breadfruit farmers setting the pace of the fruit production in East...
In Uganda, breadfruit is gaining popularity due to its many benefits that include its antioxidant capability enabling consumers build resistance against infections and boost...
Smart Farming solutions help farmers : Agritechnica 2023
(DLG). In agriculture, the paradigm shift toward digitalization is well underway. Many farms have recognized its benefits and are already using digital technologies, such...
Imminent danger of RWASA biotype-5 to wheat production in South Africa and neighbouring countries
A virulent Russian wheat aphid in South Africa, biotype-5 (RWASA5 or Diuraphis noxia) is a crop pest that causes yield losses to wheat and...
Over $12.3 million vanilla production project in Tanzania to create jobs and boost trade
An ambitious over $12.3 million (Sh30 billion) vanilla farming project to be implemented in the capital city of Dodoma, Tanzania is set to create...
Water saving and extreme drought, Arrigoni comes out top in an independent test
Trials performed in France provide fresh confirmation of the quality and efficiency of Arrigoni solutions, not just for active protection against insects and diseases...
Yara’s participation in Yara Cameroon acquired by NJS Group, the minority shareholder
Yara International ASA , a global leader in plant nutrition headquartered in Oslo, Norway, announces that it has finalized an agreement to sell its majority...
South Korea’s “K-Ricebelt Project” initiative to help boost rice production in 8 African nations
South Korea is set to sign an agreement this week with eight African countries to help boost rice production in a bid to reduce...
DLG extends cooperation with International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) for congress in Philippines
DLG (German Agricultural Society) to support International Rice Congress , 16-19 October, in Manila, Philippines; DLG to apply experience from rice features at Agritechnica...
AfDB Provides $2M partial credit guarantee to Facilitate Access to Fertilizer for Small-scale Farmers...
The (AfDB) has provided a USD 2 million partial credit guarantee and a USD 528,600 grant to facilitate access to fertilizer for smallholder farmers...
FAO to Establish Fall Armyworm Research Hub in Kenya
As part of the Global Action for Fall Armyworm Control (GA), the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has chosen Kenya as one...