NAM- GP-MAN seeks inclusion of mushroom into CBN’s ABP
The National Mushroom Growers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NAM- GP-MAN) are calling for inclusion of the commodity into the Central Bank of...
EAFF push for financing in agriculture
The Eastern Africa Farmers' Federation (EAFF) is pushing for financing in agriculture across countries in East Africa.According to EAFF president Elizabeth Nsimadala, youth are...
Securing the future of farming in Zambia by implementing climate adapted farming methods
Zambia has seen impacts of climate change across the entire country in recent years. The rains come late in the season and end early;...
Farmers in Uganda challenge court over fight duty-free sugar imports
Farmers in Uganda have challenged in court a decision to allow the importation of duty-free sugar from Uganda above the Common Market for East...
Kilombero Sugar, Tanzania to double its production
The largest sugar producer in Tanzania, Kilombero Sugar has announced plans in investing 550bn/- to double its production and out growers' capacity in next...
OneFarm Share: Making An Impact From Farm to Fork
Market conditions created as a consequence of early lockdown measures in 2020 were the catalyst for the development of Standard Bank’s OneFarm Share. Instantly...
Igad and UN appeal for drought relief in Horn of Africa
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) are appealing for urgent action to mitigate...
Kenya launches new project to upgrade livestock breeds
Livestock farming in Kajiado and Narok Counties in Kenya is set for a major facelift following the launch of a new project that is...
Gambia secures U.S $40M for inclusive, resilient, competitive agriculture
US $40Million from the International Development Association (IDA) has been approved by the World Bank Board to promote the development of inclusive, resilient, and...
Benin registers first protected geographical indication
Benin has registered its first protected geographical indication at the African Intellectual Property Organisation. The honour goes to the sugarloaf pineapple from the Allada...