The Human element
For Joan Adonis, the greatest source of pride in her work at Groot Phesantekraal in Durbanville comes down to one thing: “Onse mense!” (“Our...
LoRaWAN technology drives smart farming and precision agriculture in Africa
As agriculture faces increasing pressure to improve yields while reducing water and input costs, smart farming technologies are becoming essential.In Africa - where many...
Family Farming and Faming Succession, Who will have the most to lose?
When the head of a farming household dies without a valid will, the consequences extend well beyond personal grief. The viability of the entire...
Translating grain research into practical benefits
As a global agricultural science company with deep expertise in plant breeding and crop innovation, Corteva Agriscience continues to invest in technologies that strengthen...
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...