From Orchard to Table: What Makes South Africa’s SummerStar Ruby Grapefruit a Sustainable Choice
By Barry Landman, Chairman of the Grapefruit Variety Focus Group, Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) of Southern Africa
SummerStar Ruby is a new variety of grapefruit...
Veld fires could push up food prices
Farmers urged to put mitigation measures in place
With the frequency and severity of veldfires expected to continue increasing in South Africa due to above-average...
AGRA Kenya Advocates for Youth Participation in County Food Systems
Food Systems development agency, AGRA, held a youth-focused side event on the sidelines of the Devolution Conference last week's week in Homa Bay County....
Breaking barriers in agri-science
Dr Margaretha Brand is at the forefront of the changing tide for women in the sector
Despite significant progress toward gender equality, women still make...
Protecting Harvests from Hidden Threats: A Decade of NemAfrica’s Work for Farmers
NemAfrica at 10: How Science is Helping Farmers Beat Potato and Root Pests
NemAfrica, founded to unite experts in nematology research in Africa, is...
The Soil-to-Riches Path: How Farmers Can Capture More Value
By Abdulwasiu Yomi Alimi Co-founder/CEO glofarm
There’s an old saying in agriculture: “The farther you are from the soil, the richer you become; the closer you...
IRRI scientists discover gene variants that can boost rice yields under drought conditions
Scientists at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and their partners in India have identified gene variants that can significantly increase rice yields under...
Discover Advanced Technologies for Enhanced Resource Management at NAMPO Cape 2025
NAMPO Cape 2025, taking place from 10-13 September in Bredasdorp, is a pivotal event where agricultural innovation integrates seamlessly with practical applications. Under the theme “Smart Technology...
How Rwanda’s Rural Households Climb Out of Poverty Through Livestock Sharing Model
A project aimed at lifting Rwandan households out of poverty through the initial placement of animals in farms has transformed thousands of lives, boosting...
International Youth Day 2025: A Day to Highlight the Importance of Youth for Sustainable...
For the majority of my childhood, I never had an answer to the commonly asked question, “What do you want to be when you...