Why understanding these “big five” maize leaf diseases is key to sustainable production –...
Maize remains a cornerstone of food security and livestock feed systems across Africa, yet its productivity is continually threatened by a range of destructive...
Youth Agripreneurs, Policymakers Discuss Africa’s Food Future
Young Agripreneurs, policymakers and development partners gathered in Kigali on 14th March for a youth-led dialogue on the future of Africa’s food systems, highlighting how...
Petlas features agricultural tire innovations at AGRA 2026
Petlas Tire Corporation will participate in AGRA 2026, taking place from 9-12 April 2026 in Leipzig, Germany. The event brings together farmers, distributors, and...
Leaflines, based in Bathurst, transforms pineapple leaves into reusable sanitary products
From Bathurst, the home of the Big Pineapple, washable hygiene products producer Leafline is revolutionarising the industry by turning pineapple leaves into reusable, biodegradable,...
Empowering women is Africa’s smartest move for water security
By Kehinde Ogunjobi, International Water Management Institute (IWMI) Country Representative for Ghana and West and Central AfricaWhen people think about water insecurity in Africa,...
Rushinga District farmers benefit from diverse crops
By: Hwande IsheunesuFarmers in Rushinga District, Zimbabwe, are experiencing the benefits of crop diversification, harvesting crops like sorghum, cowpeas, millet, and groundnuts despite a...
Precision Irrigation: A key component of a comprehensive precision agriculture strategy (March 2026, No...
From producer to consumer, everyone is well aware of the statistics around water scarcity, agricultural water use, and increased food demand driven by population...
GRAIN SA CONGRESS 2026: Producers urge swift measures to bridge the profitability gap
The 2026 Grain SA Congress, held on 11 and 12 March 2026 under the theme “Opening the Gap: Sustainability Key; Profitability Foremost”, brought together...
World Water Day: Boosting water security in agriculture.
By Belinda Boer, Dam Sealing Expert & DAMFIX Application SpecialistWorld Water Day serves as an important reminder of the value of freshwater resources and...
Why open, fair, and rules-based trade is crucial for maximizing intra-African agricultural potential and...
By Jerome Barbaron, President of CropLife Africa Middle EastAs leaders gather for the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization in Yaoundé from...