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The rapidly evolving nature of the virus, combined with the severe economic impact of outbreaks, makes access to scientifically validated vaccines a critical component of disease-control programs. - [Strengthen your shield: the soakdown plan to fight wildfires](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/strengthen-your-shield-the-soakdown-plan-to-fight-wildfires/): The International Association of Wildland Fire has reported that unwanted wildfires in Southern Africa have increased significantly in both number and intensity in recent years, with many being major or catastrophic. Climate change, fuel loads, and unseasonal fires are driving this surge, destroying tens of thousands of acres and affecting multiple ecosystems and communities - [Antimicrobial resistance could lock Kenya out of global meat markets – Kagwe warns](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/antimicrobial-resistance-could-lock-kenya-out-of-global-meat-markets-kagwe-warns/): Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary (CS) for the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MoALD) Sen. Mutahi Kagwe has warned that the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), largely driven by the misuse of veterinary medicines, could jeopardize Kenya’s access to lucrative international meat markets. - [Côte d’Ivoire secures $50 million climate finance package to support smallholder farmers](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/cote-divoire-secures-50-million-climate-finance-package-to-support-smallholder-farmers/): Côte d’Ivoire has secured a US$50 million climate finance package from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to help thousands of smallholder farmers adapt to climate change and improve the resilience of the country’s key food crops. - [School farms boost food security in Kenya’s drylands](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/school-farms-boost-food-security-in-kenyas-drylands/): The work forms part of a wider initiative led by the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) and partners, including Imperial College London, Egerton University, government agencies and local community organisations, to strengthen school feeding systems in Kenya's arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs). KALRO research identified challenges in school feeding – including limited dietary diversity and difficulties maintaining reliable food supplies. In response, four schools in Kajiado and Isiolo counties were selected in April 2025 to establish school farms. The schools were selected because they faced food insecurity and also had land that could be used to grow nutritious foods. - [Op-Ed : What a rural chilli farm can teach us about possibility and belonging](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/op-ed-what-a-rural-chilli-farm-can-teach-us-about-possibility-and-belonging/): I walked the five hectares with its bright red chillis and dry winter sun, trying to make sense of it all. A greenhouse, shade netting, drying area, borehole, inverter-container and so on make up the MFAN. At face value, it looks well coordinated – like each of these pieces were intentionally set out. But a conversation with our Seriti colleagues reveals the trial and error (and prayer) that patched it all together. - [Building Africa’s food future through local processing and integrated value chains](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/building-africas-food-future-through-local-processing-and-integrated-value-chains/): Africa’s food systems are approaching a defining moment as the continent’s population is projected to reach approximately 2.5 billion people by 2050, making the need to ensure affordable, nutritious and accessible food increasingly urgent, according to estimates from the United Nations and the International Monetary Fund. - [New open-access platform gives conservationists better ways to measure and improve results](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/new-open-access-platform-gives-conservationists-better-ways-to-measure-and-improve-results/): Conservation practitioners around the world now have free access to a wide variety of practical methods for measuring conservation success with the launch of COMET, the Conservation Monitoring Effectiveness Techniques platform. - [Megaprojects Overwhelm the Moroccan Renewable Energy Landscape. Among the Spectacle, are Rural Communities Lost?](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/megaprojects-overwhelm-the-moroccan-renewable-energy-landscape-among-the-spectacle-are-rural-communities-lost/): Despite these similarities, one thing stands out about Morocco amongst the rest—the fact that it stands out at all. Moroccan renewable energy projects are often in the form megaprojects—flashy and audacious spectacles. From a UAE-backed green hydrogen and ammonia project costing 319 billion MAD to the OSPS molten salt tower, from Xlinks’ undersea cable connecting the United Kingdom and Morocco to the massive Tarfaya Wind Farm, Moroccan energy projects are nothing if not attention grabbing. - [Stronger Skills, Stronger Defence: North West Invests in Veterinary Training for Disease Control](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/stronger-skills-stronger-defence-north-west-invests-in-veterinary-training-for-disease-control/): The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) is strengthening the implementation of the North West Brucellosis Reduction Plan by equipping Animal Health Technicians with specialised skills in disease surveillance, prevention and control. As part of this effort, a number of Animal Health Technicians from across the province are currently attending an accredited Bovine Brucellosis and Tuberculosis (BR/TB) Training Programme at North-West University. - [PotatoEurope 2026: Driving Innovation Through Tech and Potatoes](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/potatoeurope-2026-driving-innovation-through-tech-and-potatoes/): By combining sensors with undercarriage hydraulic control systems, the distance between the planter frame and the soil surface can now be maintained at a highly consistent level. Regardless of bunker fill levels or soil carrying capacity, this supports precise furrow opener depth control and uniform ridge formation. These technologies provide measurable benefits, particularly when farms use seed potatoes with a narrow grading range. - [Unlocking Soil Health and Efficiency Through Direct Seeding in Sugar Beet](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/unlocking-soil-health-and-efficiency-through-direct-seeding-in-sugar-beet/): Direct seeding is gaining attention in sugar beet production. Visitors to SugarBeet Expo, the new exhibition for professional sugar beet cultivation, will be able to explore the opportunities and challenges offered by this cultivation system as well as broaden their understanding of the practical solutions developed by growers. The technical program of SugarBeet Expo will offer presentations tailored to the practical needs of farmers. - [Blockchain in Agriculture Market To Reach USD 11.4 billion by 2034.](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/blockchain-in-agriculture-market-to-reach-usd-11-4-billion-by-2034/): According to our Growth Market Report, the global blockchain in agriculture market size reached USD 0.56 billion in 2025, demonstrating significant traction due to rising demand for transparency and traceability in food supply chains. The market is projected to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 46.2% during the forecast period 2026-2034, with the market size expected to reach approximately USD 11.4 billion by 2034. This exponential growth is primarily driven by increasing adoption of digital technologies in agriculture, the need for efficient supply chain management, and stringent food safety regulations worldwide. - [More Demand, More Responsibility: Protecting the Origin of Rooibos](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/more-demand-more-responsibility-protecting-the-origin-of-rooibos/): Rooibos has earned international recognition for its distinctive flavour, health benefits and uniquely South African origins. As new export markets open and demand grows, safeguarding Rooibos' origin is becoming increasingly important to the industry's future. - [What if your mycotoxin results are accurate but incomplete?](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/what-if-your-mycotoxin-results-are-accurate-but-incomplete/): Mycotoxin testing has become a routine part of quality assurance and risk management across grain, feed ingredient, and finished feed production systems. - [Morocco’s National Agency for Child Protection: An Opportunity to Prioritize Adolescent Autonomy](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/moroccos-national-agency-for-child-protection-an-opportunity-to-prioritize-adolescent-autonomy/): Morocco’s newly established National Agency for Child Protection creates a window of opportunity to integrate developmentally-sensitive priorities into standards of care in Child Protection Centers. Establishing adolescent autonomy must be a priority if CPEs wish to effectively address adolescent deviance. - [Africa Phytosanitary Programme Reaches 38 Countries as Phase 3 Kicks Off in Ethiopia](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/africa-phytosanitary-programme-reaches-38-countries-as-phase-3-kicks-off-in-ethiopia/): The launch is hosted by the Government of Ethiopia, through the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority (EAA) and brings together about 100 phytosanitary specialists from 18 countries, joining APP Phase 3: Botswana, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Comoros, Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Libya, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Namibia, Sao Tome and Principe, Sudan, Togo. Also attending are observers from Yemen, phytosanitary officers from four countries across the two previous phases: Egypt, Mali, South Africa and Uganda, and FAO plant health officers in Africa. - [First Avipro Hubbard Conference held in Kenya](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/first-avipro-hubbard-conference-held-in-kenya/): Kenya – Avipro, the Hubbard Efficiency Plus distributor in East Africa, and Hubbard were pleased to co-organise the first “Avipro Hubbard Conference” at the Pullman hotel in Nairobi, Kenya on June 11 and 12, 2026. - [Home Gardens: A Lifeline in South Africa’s Cost-of-Living Crisis](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/home-gardens-a-lifeline-in-south-africas-cost-of-living-crisis/): For 51-year-old Zandile Shinga from ePlazini in rural Mtwalume, a small plot of land in her garden has become a powerful shield against South Africa’s cost-of-living crisis. - [Call for Entries: DLG Agri Influencer Award 2026 Now Open](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/call-for-entries-dlg-agri-influencer-award-2026-now-open/): The DLG (German Agricultural Society) has opened applications for the DLG Agri Influencer Award 2026, an international competition that recognizes professional farmers who communicate agriculture through social media in an authentic, engaging and impactful way. Farmers representing livestock, arable and horticultural enterprises can apply until 30 August 2026. DLG will present the awards during EuroTier 2026, the world's leading trade fair for professional animal farming and livestock management, taking place from 10 to 13 November 2026 in Hanover, Germany. - [Standard Bank and DHL Widen Support for Businesses Entering Export Markets](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/standard-bank-and-dhl-widen-support-for-businesses-entering-export-markets/): Building on the success of last year’s Export Readiness Programme in KwaZulu-Natal, Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking is expanding the initiative to Gauteng and the Western Cape, with DHL Express South Africa joining as the programme’s technical export readiness partner. The expanded programme will support a new cohort of high-potential small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the practical skills, business capabilities and international trade expertise needed to grow beyond South Africa’s borders. - [Shoprite marks milestone of 300th community food garden with Bredasdorp project ](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/shoprite-marks-milestone-of-300th-community-food-garden-with-bredasdorp-project/): Shoprite’s network of community food gardens has reached a major milestone, with the Zero Organic Waste to Landfill Project outside Bredasdorp officially recognised as the 300th garden in its programme. - [Ethiopia tops US$3 billion in coffee export earnings as government launches five-year productivity drive](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/ethiopia-tops-us3-billion-in-coffee-export-earnings-as-government-launches-five-year-productivity-drive/): Ethiopia has exceeded US$3 billion in coffee export earnings during the 2025/26 fiscal year, setting a new national record and underscoring coffee's continued importance as the country's leading agricultural export and largest source of foreign exchange. The milestone was announced by Agriculture Minister Addisu Arega during discussions on a new five-year national coffee development programme. - [FAO launches new digital tool to help farmers grow the right crops in the right places](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/fao-launches-new-digital-tool-to-help-farmers-grow-the-right-crops-in-the-right-places/): This follows the launch of a digital tool dubbed CropSuit by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) yesterday. - [Protecting those who feed our nation.](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/protecting-those-who-feed-our-nation/): Grain handling and silo operations are not only about managing worker safety—they are also critical to preserving grain quality and protecting farm revenue. Excessive dust and oxygen-deficient condiions can compromise stored grain, leading to spoilage andt financial loss. Continuous air-quality monitoring and advanced respiratory protection technologies play a vital role in maintaining optimal storage conditions, preventing contamination, and ensuring that grain remains market-ready. By investing in solutions that identify and address hazards early, agricultural operations can safeguard both their harvest and their bottom line. - [NAMPO Cape 2026: Together We Grow](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/nampo-cape-2026-together-we-grow/): NAMPO Cape 2026 will take place from 9 to 12 September 2026 at Bredasdorp Park in Bredasdorp, bringing together farmers, agribusinesses, researchers, service providers and communities from across the agricultural value chain. - [WiseLake Introduces PigOS, a Free AI Platform to Detect Risks Early on Pig Farms](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/wiselake-introduces-pigos-a-free-ai-platform-to-detect-risks-early-on-pig-farms/): WiseLake, a Korean agritech company, today launched PigOS, a free AI-assisted early-warning platform for pig farms — a new global service built on the company’s 27 years of experience running PigPlan. The moment a producer enters a farrowing, weaning, or mating record, PigOS compares it against country-level KPI (key performance indicator) reference ranges and flags loss risks — such as stillbirth, return-to-estrus, and pre-weaning mortality — before the month closes. - [Swisscontact calls for greater investment in human capital to transform africa’s agri-food systems](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/swisscontact-calls-for-greater-investment-in-human-capital-to-transform-africas-agri-food-systems/): Speaking at the Financing Agri-food Systems Sustainably in Africa (FINAS 2026) Conference in Nairobi, Swisscontact Kenya Country Director Sharon Mosin challenged stakeholders to look beyond finance as the primary driver of agricultural growth and instead focus on the capabilities, systems, and partnerships that enable investment to deliver lasting impact. - [G-Chem Aquacare: Moving forward with reverse osmosis](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/g-chem-aquacare-moving-forward-with-reverse-osmosis/): However, rising water costs, increasing pressure on water infrastructure and growing demands for operational efficiency are changing the way industries view RO. Experienced local water treatment specialist G-Chem Aquacare is developing tailored RO solutions, including containerised plants which make this technology more accessible. - [EIMA is Expanding. Get Ready for a Record-Breaking Edition](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/eima-is-expanding-get-ready-for-a-record-breaking-edition/): New details about the major agricultural machinery trade show, to be held in Bologna from Tuesday, November 10, through Saturday, November 14, were presented during the FederUnacoma general assembly. Applications to participate have reached record levels, and the quality of the exhibits is very high. The Maserati Area is being utilized for the first time, expanding the boundaries of the exhibition grounds. More than 60,000 models of machinery and technologies are estimated to be on display. General Manager Simona Rapastella stated: “EIMA brings together much of the technical, economic, and relationship-building work carried out by the Federation, all aimed at fostering cooperation among countries.” - [ICRISAT, partners unveil high-value groundnut varieties for India’s farmers and edible oil sector](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/icrisat-partners-unveil-high-value-groundnut-varieties-for-indias-farmers-and-edible-oil-sector/): Indian groundnut farmers are poised to tap into new high-value market opportunities following the identification of two high-oleic groundnut varieties that promise higher yields and premium oil quality, strengthening the country's edible oil sector while boosting farm incomes. - [Uganda unveils new technology solution to protect crops from drought and heat stress](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/uganda-unveils-new-technology-solution-to-protect-crops-from-drought-and-heat-stress/): The Government of Uganda has launched an innovative climate-smart agricultural solution designed to strengthen crops resilience against drought, erratic rainfall and heat stress. - [From Soil to Stride: Athletics and Farming Collide in Arba Minch](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/from-soil-to-stride-athletics-and-farming-collide-in-arba-minch/): On Sunday June 28, 2026, thousands of runners filled the streets of Arba Minch. Yet the real story was not about finishing times, but about farming landscapes under stress. - [Ethiopia explores carbon markets to drive sustainable agriculture and climate resilience](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/ethiopia-explores-carbon-markets-to-drive-sustainable-agriculture-and-climate-resilience/): Ethiopia’s Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with the country’s Agricultural Transformation Institute (ATI) and the Ethiopian Academy of Sciences (EAS)-Agriculture Working Group has convened a high-level scientific and policy dialogue to explore the opportunities, governance requirements, and implications of carbon markets for sustainable agricultural development, climate resilience, and rural transformation. - [Productivity and Photosynthesis – A Nature Prescription for Employee Wellness Week](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/productivity-and-photosynthesis-a-nature-prescription-for-employee-wellness-week/): Employee Wellness Week is observed annually by the Heart and Stroke foundation South Africa from July 1 to 7 with a focus on workplace wellness and reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease . Globally, the leading cause of death in the workplace is long working hours with cardiovascular diseases, fatal strokes and cerebrovascular diseases acting as the primary drivers. It is estimated that almost 2 million people die globally from work-related diseases every year, with cardiovascular diseases claiming around 20 million lives worldwide. The extreme psychological demands and burnout associated with today’s rat-race have tragically resulted in 10-13 percent of all suicides. Our boardrooms need triage, and our office spaces need rehabilitation. But business as usual doesn’t need to mean working ourselves to death: incorporating fresh air and green spaces can be just what the doctor ordered. - [Grain SA Applauds Appointment of Willie Aucamp as Agriculture Minister](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/grain-sa-applauds-appointment-of-willie-aucamp-as-agriculture-minister/): Grain SA extends its sincere congratulations to Minister Willie Aucamp on his appointment as South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture. - [VIV Africa 2026 Heads to Kigali — Secure Your Spot Now](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/viv-africa-2026-heads-to-kigali-secure-your-spot-now/): Spanning 1,650 sqm of exhibition space, VIV Africa 2026 will bring together over 150 exhibitors covering the complete animal protein supply chain across five key sectors: Farm Production, Feed Ingredients & Additives, Feed & Grain Technology, Processing, and Animal - [Resurrect Bio and Bejo partner to advance spinach disease resistance](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/resurrect-bio-and-bejo-partner-to-advance-spinach-disease-resistance/): Resurrect Bio, a UK biotechnology company developing disease-resistance traits for crops, today announced a joint development agreement with Bejo, a leading vegetable breeding company, to explore new approaches to disease resistance in spinach. The collaboration will focus on resistance to spinach downy mildew, widely recognised as one of the most destructive diseases affecting spinach production worldwide. - [Harvesting the Future Africa Summit charts bold course for investment in Africa’s food systems](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/harvesting-the-future-africa-summit-charts-bold-course-for-investment-in-africas-food-systems/): The Nairobi convening showcased field-proven innovations from CIMMYT and its partners and strengthened momentum for increased investment, strategic partnerships, and collective action to help Africa’s food systems respond to current shocks while advancing long-term food and nutrition security. - [Pamela Afokpe Honoured with Borlaug Field Award for Contributions to Agricultural Science](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/pamela-afokpe-honoured-with-borlaug-field-award-for-contributions-to-agricultural-science/): Meet Pamela Afokpe. As a plant breeder with East-West Seed, she’s spent her career creating better varieties of indigenous vegetables for the farmers who need them most. That work has now earned her the Borlaug Field Award from the World Food Prize Foundation — one of agriculture’s highest honours for field-level impact on food security and rural livelihoods. - [“Green Manure”—Cover Crops, Regenerative Agriculture and Food Sovereignty on Kenya’s Family Farms](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/green-manure-cover-crops-regenerative-agriculture-and-food-sovereignty-on-kenyas-family-farms/): Regenerative agriculture—rebuilding the soil’s organic matter to improve soil health and reduce water and chemical inputs—is gaining ground among  farmers around the world.  Even global companies like McCain, the giant potato grower and processor, have adopted aspects of it to maintain output and adapt to extreme weather. - [How Solar System Integrators and Installers Grow SA’s Market](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/how-solar-system-integrators-and-installers-grow-sas-market/): The maturing solar market requires expert installers backed by robust and supportive OEMs. - [Strengthening Farmers from the Ground Up: Intellecap and Avio Go Digital](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/strengthening-farmers-from-the-ground-up-intellecap-and-avio-go-digital/): National: Intellecap Advisory Services Private Limited and Avio Smart Market Stack Limited  (formerly Bartronics) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), and Producer Enterprises (PEs) through technology-led interventions that enhance digital capabilities, improve financial inclusion, expand market access, and support export readiness across India's rural value chains. - [Olam Agri reports record performance as it strengthens global agriculture leadership](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/olam-agri-reports-record-performance-as-it-strengthens-global-agriculture-leadership/): With a proven operating model, strong financial position and supportive long-term shareholder, Olam Agri’s objective is to become more differentiated, resilient and relevant to the global food system, pursuing a more ambitious yet disciplined investment agenda, focused on opportunities that enhance its capabilities, strengthen its market position and create sustainable long-term value. - [Kenya launches KES1trillion national Agri-Food Systems Investments Plan (2026-2030) as 3rd FINAS summit kicks off in Nairobi](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/kenya-launches-kes1trillion-national-agri-food-systems-investments-plan-2026-2030-as-3rd-finas-summit-kicks-off-in-nairobi/): The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development in Kenya, has today launched a landmark KES 1.081 trillion Kenya National Agri-food Systems Investment framework that will help guide the country in its agricultural transformation in the next five years, as part of the second phase of implementing the Agricultural Sector Transformation and Growth Strategy (ASTGS 2019-2029). - [Global agricultural leaders meet in Nairobi for high-level dialogue on Africa’s agricultural future](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/global-agricultural-leaders-meet-in-nairobi-for-high-level-dialogue-on-africas-agricultural-future/): Nairobi, Kenya – Agricultural leaders, government representatives, agripreneurs, scientists and farmers from across Africa and around the world are gathering in Nairobi this week for DialogueNEXT in Africa, a high-level event to explore and accelerate agri-tech innovations for the continent. - [Success lies beneath the surface as soil health becomes farming’s greatest competitive advantage](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/success-lies-beneath-the-surface-as-soil-health-becomes-farmings-greatest-competitive-advantage/): As climate variability intensifies and production costs continue to rise, South African producers are being challenged to rethink one of the most fundamental drivers of long-term farming success: the soil beneath their feet. - [Sustainability that pays its way: designing for environment and affordability together](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/sustainability-that-pays-its-way-designing-for-environment-and-affordability-together/): Over the past couple of years, SPAR distribution centres have been transitioning the energy-mix to a hybrid configuration — grid power backed by rooftop solar. The change was invisible to our independent retailers. But it was the kind of pragmatic business decision that, replicated across our network, quietly rewrote what sustainability means for a wholesale and retail business operating in the South African economic context. - [Five Ways to Boost Your Garden’s Biodiversity](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/five-ways-to-boost-your-gardens-biodiversity/): Transform your green space into a thriving oasis with these simple tips - [Komet invests in irrigation intelligence to close one of agriculture’s biggest data gaps](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/komet-invests-in-irrigation-intelligence-to-close-one-of-agricultures-biggest-data-gaps/): Following the successful launch of the Komet Experience Hub in Brazil, Komet is expanding its investment in Irrigation Intelligence to help close one of agriculture's biggest data gaps. - [South Africa introduces new FMD control measures to support farmers and safeguard trade](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/south-africa-introduces-new-fmd-control-measures-to-support-farmers-and-safeguard-trade/): South Africa has unveiled a comprehensive new framework for controlling Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), aimed at helping livestock farmers recover more effectively from outbreaks while protecting the country's agricultural trade and biosecurity systems. - [When Good Oils Go Bad Part 2, Oxidation: When Oil Gets Old](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/when-good-oils-go-bad-part-2-oxidation-when-oil-gets-old/): Oxidation - the focus of part 2 of WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series - is one of the most common chemical reactions we encounter in everyday life. It occurs when fuel burns, when steel rusts, when wounds are cleaned with hydrogen peroxide and even when a cut apple turns brown. In lubricating oils, oxidation is no less familiar and no less damaging. - [Smart Farming Is Not the Future. It Is Already Here.](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/smart-farming-is-not-the-future-it-is-already-here/): Smart farming — using data, digital tools, and precision technologies to make better decisions, use fewer inputs, and get more from every hectare — is not a luxury response to these pressures. It is increasingly a practical and necessary one.  It helps farmers know when to plant, where fertilizer will generate the greatest return, how much water a crop actually needs, where pests are likely to emerge, and which risks are developing before they become crises. - [Kenya’s 5 Billion-Egg Shortfall Ties Fuel Shocks to Food Inflation and Interest Rates](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/kenyas-5-billion-egg-shortfall-ties-fuel-shocks-to-food-inflation-and-interest-rates/): Kenya's June inflation figures, due from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) on 30 June, may indicate whether the recent rise in food and fuel prices is easing or settling in for longer. Kenya produces about four billion eggs a year but needs around nine billion, a shortfall of roughly five billion eggs filled mainly by imports, with similar yearly gaps in milk, fish and honey. Kenya imports a lot of their food, so when fuel and transport get pricier, food prices tend to follow.  All of this makes food inflation harder to tame, with possible knock-on effects for interest rates, the shilling against the dollar, and business lending - [INERA and CropNXT Join Forces to Unlock about US$50 million and Scale to 6.5M Farmers](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/inera-and-cropnxt-join-forces-to-unlock-about-us50-million-and-scale-to-6-5m-farmers/): Over the course of the partnership, INERA and CropNXT aim to reach more than 6.5 million farmers through a network of over 5,000 channel partners and retail outlets, while expanding the adoption of biological agri-inputs across approximately 2 million acres of cultivated land. - [To protect our South African dream, we must reject xenophobia](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/to-protect-our-south-african-dream-we-must-reject-xenophobia/): First, I want us to be honest. There is no place for illegal immigration. We have limited resources, and it is our obligation to look after and safeguard our citizens. After the recent spate of xenophobic attacks and the promise of more to come, South Africans are once again being asked to choose between two false extremes. Either they must tolerate xenophobia, or they must ignore illegal immigration. Collectively, we should choose neither. We have to acknowledge that when governments fail to manage immigration properly, ordinary migrants often become scapegoats for failures that belong to the state. This is just as great an injustice as immigrants crossing our borders illegally. Violence, however, is never the answer. - [Sahel, Southern Africa among regions set to be hardest hit as El Niño threat looms](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/sahel-southern-africa-among-regions-set-to-be-hardest-hit-as-el-nino-threat-looms/): A new El Niño phase is likely to begin within weeks, raising concerns over the potential impact on agriculture and food security across some of the world’s most vulnerable regions, according to new analyses by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). - [CABI signs host country agreement with Burundi to deepen agricultural development efforts](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/cabi-signs-host-country-agreement-with-burundi-to-deepen-agricultural-development-efforts/): The Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI) has signed a Host Country Agreement with the Government of Burundi, formalizing its long-term commitment to advancing agricultural development, research, innovation and food security in the country. - [Op:Ed: Biopesticides Supporting Sustainable Agriculture in Jordan](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/oped-biopesticides-supporting-sustainable-agriculture-in-jordan/): One promising option is biopesticides. Derived from natural sources such as microorganisms and plant-based materials, biopesticides provide targeted pest control and can support the preservation of beneficial organisms and the environment. Their greatest value, however, is realized when they are integrated into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs alongside cultural, biological, and conventional crop protection measures. - [Researchers identify dual-function rice gene that boosts yield by up to 42% during droughts](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/researchers-identify-dual-function-rice-gene-that-boosts-yield-by-up-to-42-during-droughts/): Now, a research team led by Professor Geupil Jang at Chonnam National University has identified a rice gene called OsFeSOD3 that plays a dual role in protecting plants from environmental stress while supporting chloroplast development. Their findings were published online on 17 December 2025 and appeared in Volume 24, Issue 4 (2026) of the Plant Biotechnology Journal. - [EU crop production in focus as German-Ukrainian delegation tours DLG Feldtage](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/eu-crop-production-in-focus-as-german-ukrainian-delegation-tours-dlg-feldtage/): A key highlight of the delegation visit to the DLG Feldtage event was the panel discussion titled “Plant Protection and Fertilization under EU Requirements – Opportunities and Concerns from German and Ukrainian Perspectives”, which attracted strong interest and a large professional audience. Discussions focused on EU regulatory frameworks in crop protection and the ongoing challenge of balancing competitiveness with environmental sustainability. Particular attention was given to the implications for Ukraine as it continues its path toward EU integration. - [Hatchability slump? Here are the 2 biggest culprits](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/hatchability-slump-here-are-the-2-biggest-culprits/): Small weekly fluctuations in hatchability in a specific breeder flock are accepted as normal by most hatchery managers. Reasons for such fluctuations include variations in egg storage time, breeder flock fertility, contamination, setter conditions or position in the setter. - [Angola, IFAD, and partners team up on AgriConnect to transform agriculture](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/angola-ifad-and-partners-team-up-on-agriconnect-to-transform-agriculture/): The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) today joined the Government of Angola, the World Bank Group and development partners in launching the Angola AgriConnect Compact, an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming the country's agri-food systems, creating jobs and improving the livelihoods of rural communities. - [Corteva leads the way in sustainable agriculture](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/corteva-leads-the-way-in-sustainable-agriculture/): The modern agricultural landscape is defined by volatility with fluctuating input costs, unpredictable climate change and mounting pest challenges, all while meeting the global food demand. In response, technology-driven solutions are critical, serving not only to enhance crop yields but also to support resilient and sustainable food security. As a global leader in agricultural innovation, Corteva is at the forefront of this transformation, pioneering new breeding techniques (NBTs) that enable precise crop improvement while working within the plant’s natural genetic framework. - [Smarter water starts here: Irrigation Association rolls out tools + expert advice for 2026](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/smarter-water-starts-here-irrigation-association-rolls-out-tools-expert-advice-for-2026/): The Irrigation Association will recognize July as Smart Irrigation Month, its annual initiative to promote efficient irrigation practices and help industry professionals share that message with customers and communities. The 2026 campaign pairs ready-to-use outreach tools with a series of Q&A features that highlight how smart irrigation is practiced in real-world settings. - [Grain SA calls out 5 missed facts in ITAC wheat tariff decision](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/grain-sa-calls-out-5-missed-facts-in-itac-wheat-tariff-decision/): Grain SA says the recent wheat tariff decision should not be viewed only as a technical trade matter, but as a serious warning about producer confidence, local wheat production, rural jobs and South Africa’s long-term food security. - [Pneumatic solutions deliver versatility, safety, and efficiency across industries](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/pneumatic-solutions-deliver-versatility-safety-and-efficiency-across-industries/): According to BMG, the engineering sector’s continued investment in automation, uptime optimisation and energy-efficient technologies, presents significant opportunities for pneumatic solutions that combine global pneumatic innovation, product quality and local technical support. - [Flemish microbial agriculture research initiative secures €1.9m to boost performance of biological crop solutions](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/flemish-microbial-agricultural-research-initiative-secures-e1-9m-to-boost-performance-of-biological-crop-solutions/): Ghent, Belgium, 24th June 2026 – A new collaborative research initiative aimed at improving the reliability of microbial agricultural products has secured €1.9 million in support from the Flemish Agency for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (VLAIO). - [Rwanda moves closer to releasing first biotech crops](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/rwanda-moves-closer-to-releasing-first-biotech-crops/): Rwanda is edging closer to approving the country's first biotech crop varieties, a move expected to help farmers tackle devastating crop diseases, pests and climate-related challenges. - [Spot it. Stop it. Corteva urges early action on herbicide resistance](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/spot-it-stop-it-corteva-urges-early-action-on-herbicide-resistance/): As herbicide resistance continues to increase globally, South African farmers are under growing pressure to identify potential resistance in advance. According to Corteva Agriscience, a serious oversight in weed management is assuming that herbicide resistance only becomes a concern once herbicides completely fail. In fact, the warning signs often appear years earlier. - [Beyond the packhouse – how tariffs and macroeconomic shocks are redrawing the risk map for South African producers](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/beyond-the-packhouse-how-tariffs-and-macroeconomic-shocks-are-redrawing-the-risk-map-for-south-african-producers/): South African agriculture has always required a high tolerance for volatility. Yet, the systemic shocks currently hitting the sector are fundamentally redrawing the risk map for producers and packhouses. Today, the most pressing threats to margin stability exist far beyond the physical gates of the packhouse. They are driven by shifting global trade terms, severe climate anomalies, and a punishing domestic fuel climate. - [Standard Bank Group puts R3.45bn behind Africa’s sustainable farming shift](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/standard-bank-group-puts-r3-45bn-behind-africas-sustainable-farming-shift/): Standard Bank’s approach focuses on improving access for a broader range of farmers, including emerging and mid-sized producers who may face barriers to traditional financing. By structuring solutions that align with the realities of agricultural cycles and climate risk, Standard Bank able to expand participation in more sustainable farming systems. - [Youth inclusion in land reform is essential to drive real social and economic change](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/youth-inclusion-in-land-reform-is-essential-to-drive-real-social-and-economic-change/):  Land reform - Repositioning land reform in the minds of the youth is not about changing perceptions of land itself; it’s about changing realities on the ground. For years, public discourse has focused heavily on the act of land restoration and ownership. Yet, as land is being restituted, many young people are still struggling to find their place within the system and to benefit from opportunities that can improve their social and economic circumstances. - [Scientists discover key gene controlling drought resilience in sorghum, opening path for climate-smart crop breeding](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/scientists-discover-key-gene-controlling-drought-resilience-in-sorghum-opening-path-for-climate-smart-crop-breeding/): Scientists have uncovered a key genetic regulator that controls drought resilience in sorghum, offering new pathways for improving crop tolerance in increasingly arid and climate-stressed environments. - [Food processing meets reliable power: FPT & Green Power Systems in Algeria’s dairy sector](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/food-processing-meets-reliable-power-fpt-green-power-systems-in-algerias-dairy-sector/): FPT and its distributors Bimotor and Avoni Industrial joined Green Power Systems to power one of North Africa’s largest agro-industrial projects, set to revolutionize powdered milk production in Algeria. - [Battling Drought: How Drip-Irrigation Is Helping Farmers Thrive Amid Water Scarcity](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/battling-drought-how-drip-irrigation-is-helping-farmers-thrive-amid-water-scarcity/): As droughts and water shortages reach unprecedented levels across the globe, farmers are increasingly turning to micro-irrigation solutions to safeguard their crops. In Europe, for example, producers faced the driest spring in a century this year, with nearly one-third of the continent was under drought warnings. Similar challenges may unfold in South America where there are predicted equal odds of La Niña or ENSO-neutral weather patterns and forecast drier conditions to many regions. To adapt, many growers are investing in more efficient irrigation methods – drip irrigation systems that deliver water directly to plant roots, as a lifeline for their farms. - [EIMA expands and prepares for a record-breaking edition](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/eima-expands-and-prepares-for-a-record-breaking-edition/): New details about the major agricultural machinery trade show, to be held in Bologna from Tuesday, November 10, through Saturday, November 14, were presented during the FederUnacoma general assembly. Applications to participate have reached record levels, and the quality of the exhibits is very high. The Maserati Area is being utilized for the first time, expanding the boundaries of the exhibition grounds. More than 60,000 models of machinery and technologies are estimated to be on display. General Manager Simona Rapastella stated: “EIMA brings together much of the technical, economic, and relationship-building work carried out by the Federation, all aimed at fostering cooperation among countries.” - [Turmeric value chain project targets 800,000 farmers in Kenya with multi-billion agro-industrial expansion plan](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/turmeric-value-chain-project-targets-800000-farmers-in-kenya-with-multi-billion-agro-industrial-expansion-plan/): A major agro-industrial initiative is set to transform turmeric farming in Kenya, targeting more than 800,000 farmers through a large-scale contract farming and value-addition programme aimed at unlocking income opportunities of up to Sh500,000 per acre. - [Agricultural Machinery: Italian Sales on the Rise in 2025](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/agricultural-machinery-italian-sales-on-the-rise-in-2025/): The resilience of the domestic market offsets the decline in exports, driving the production of the Italian agromachinery industry, which closes out 2025 with a total value of 14.3 billion euros (+2.1%). Looking at the various production sectors, growth is seen in components, spare parts, and tractor parts, as well as in gardening machinery and equipment; conversely, sales of tractors and other agricultural machinery are down. The decline in exports, due primarily to U.S. tariff policies, does not compromise the trade surplus. - [Agricultural AI Market Projected at $20.8 Billion by 2033](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/agricultural-ai-market-projected-at-20-8-billion-by-2033/): According to our Growth Market Report, the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Agriculture market size reached USD 2.7 billion in 2025. The market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing adoption of advanced technologies in the agricultural sector, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.6% projected from 2026 to 2034. By the end of 2034, the market is forecasted to reach an impressive USD 20.8 billion. This remarkable expansion is primarily attributed to the growing demand for precision farming, increased investments in agri-tech startups, and the pressing need to enhance crop yields and farm productivity globally. The broader landscape of artificial intelligence adoption across industries is further reinforcing confidence among investors and technology vendors targeting the agricultural sector. - [West African farmers gain access to dozens of high-yielding, climate-smart vegetable varieties](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/west-african-farmers-gain-access-to-dozens-of-high-yielding-climate-smart-vegetable-varieties/): Smallholder farmers across West Africa are set to benefit from a major expansion in access to improved vegetable seeds following the release of dozens of new climate-smart vegetable varieties developed under the SafeVeg project. - [Mauritius Competition Commission initiates market study in the poultry sector](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/mauritius-competition-commission-initiates-market-study-in-the-poultry-sector/): The Mauritius Competition Commission (Commission) has launched a formal market study into the poultry sector, which is strategically important to the country, both as a contributor to domestic agricultural output and as a primary source of protein for consumers. Recent increases in the prices of chicken and eggs, alongside broader cost pressures, have drawn the Commission’s attention. - [Powder Keg: Pollinators, Pesticides and Politics ](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/powder-keg-pollinators-pesticides-and-politics/): "Life on a Leaf: Celebrating Caterpillars and Host Plants" is this year’s theme inspiring grassroots action - so to speak - by highlighting the fact that caring for pollinators requires providing food and shelter for their young, as nearly all butterfly and moth larvae rely on specific native host plants to survive. - [New layer-hen project by SAAI, AfriForum, Batlhako ba ga Motlhware Traditional Council & NHTKL goes live through intercultural collaboration](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/new-layer-hen-project-by-saai-afriforum-batlhako-ba-ga-motlhware-traditional-council-nhtkl-goes-live-through-intercultural-collaboration/): A joint layer-hen project was launched today in Batlharos, the capital of the Batlharo Ba Ga Motlhware cultural community north of Kuruman in the Northern Cape. In addition to providing a starter package that includes Boschveld chicks, a chicken coop and accessories, training in poultry farming was provided to community members. AfriForum and the Batlharo Ba Ga Motlhware cultural community also signed a mutual recognition and cooperation agreement during the event. - [The real cost of quality: every pellet counts](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/the-real-cost-of-quality-every-pellet-counts/): The true risk sits downstream of the purchase decision – in the value lost every day through poor pellet quality, inadequate moisture control, and process inefficiency. These losses are avoidable but rarely tracked directly. In an industry already contending with volatile raw material prices, supply chain uncertainty, and tightening margins, that kind of quiet erosion is something no operation can afford to ignore. - [South Africa’s wheat producers push back after government upholds current tariff system](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/south-africas-wheat-producers-push-back-after-government-upholds-current-tariff-system/): Grain SA, the South Africa’s grain producers organisation has strongly rejected the final outcome of the wheat tariff amendment investigation following confirmation in the Government Gazette that the Dollar-Based Reference Price (DBRP) for wheat will remain unchanged at US$279 per ton and that no automatic trigger mechanism will be introduced. - [Kenya targets sugar mills as new source of electricity and biofuel to boost energy security](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/kenya-targets-sugar-mills-as-new-source-of-electricity-and-biofuel-to-boost-energy-security/): Kenya is accelerating efforts to transform its sugar industry into a key contributor to the country’s energy sector, with the government promoting electricity generation and ethanol production as part of a broader strategy to reduce fuel imports, enhance energy security, and increase revenues across the sugar value chain. - [Grain SA rejects wheat tariff decision, says SA risks losing wheat producers](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/grain-sa-rejects-wheat-tariff-decision-says-sa-risks-losing-wheat-producers/): The application, submitted by Grain SA and the South African Cereals and Oilseeds Trade Association (SACOTA), requested an increase in the wheat reference price from US$279/ton to US$289/ton, as well as a more efficient mechanism to address delays between tariff triggers and implementation. - [OneSoil’s new AI Agronomist converts 9 years of satellite data into farm-ready daily decision](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/onesoils-new-ai-agronomist-converts-9-years-of-satellite-data-into-farm-ready-daily-decision/):  OneSoil, Swiss agtech company building AI tools for precision agriculture, today launched AI Agronomist, an in-app assistant that gives farmers a plain-language daily read on what's happening across their fields. The company's platform is already used by more than 1.16 million people across Europe, Latin America, the US, Africa and Australia, including roughly 140,000 farmers active each year who together manage over 70 million hectares, about 4% of the world's cropland. The launch follows a €1 million round from existing investors. - [Türkiye donates modern equipment to boost Somalia’s agricultural capacity](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/turkiye-donates-modern-equipment-to-boost-somalias-agricultural-capacity/): Somalia has received modern equipment from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) to strengthen the operations of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, in a move aimed at improving service delivery and supporting the country’s drive toward food self-sufficiency. - [India market access: A lifeline for SA apple industry competitiveness](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/india-market-access-a-lifeline-for-sa-apple-industry-competitiveness/): India remains an important growth market for South African apples and pears, but industry leaders warn that South Africa risks losing its competitive advantage unless progress is made towards a broader, more preferential trade agreement with India. - [Food deflation at 17 month low of 1.6% y/y softens the blow of the energy shock](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/food-deflation-at-17-month-low-of-1-6-y-y-softens-the-blow-of-the-energy-shock/): Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural Economist, FNB Commercial - [K4GGWA + New Holland: Innovation Call Launched to Restore the Great Green Wall](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/k4ggwa-new-holland-innovation-call-launched-to-restore-the-great-green-wall/): The Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA) programme, funded by the European Union and implemented by the Landscape Alliance (CIFOR & ICRAF in Action) and FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) in partnership with New Holland, a brand of CNH, has launched the K4GGWA Innovation Facility’s the fifth call for innovation, seeking innovative tools and technologies that can help restore degraded land across Africa's Great Green Wall region. - [Kenya eyes new coffee markets as production target set at 150,000 tonnes by 2028](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/kenya-eyes-new-coffee-markets-as-production-target-set-at-150000-tonnes-by-2028/): Kenya is intensifying efforts to secure new markets for its coffee as the government targets production of 150,000 metric tonnes by 2028, a move aimed at boosting export earnings and improving livelihoods for thousands of smallholder farmers who depend on the crop. - [Nuru, Helmsley launch $7.5M cross-border initiative to spur agribusiness growth in Burkina Faso and Ghana](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/nuru-helmsley-launch-7-5m-cross-border-initiative-to-spur-agribusiness-growth-in-burkina-faso-and-ghana/): The cross-border programme, spanning Burkina Faso's Nahouri Province and the western half of Ghana's Upper East Region, seeks to strengthen cooperative agribusinesses, improve market access and create sustainable livelihoods for some of the region's most marginalized populations. - [Cobb East Africa Sets Up Grandparent Operations in Tanzania](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/cobb-east-africa-sets-up-grandparent-operations-in-tanzania/): Cobb-Vantress LLC and Irvine's Group celebrated the official opening of Cobb East Africa Limited, a joint venture grandparent facility located in Naibili Village, Siha District, Kilimanjaro Region. The joint venture combines Cobb's global poultry genetics expertise with Irvine's deep knowledge of African markets, marking a significant combined investment in the future of poultry production, food security and agricultural development across East Africa. - [Vision Sugar Group’s plan to revive South Africa’s sugar heartland and secure over 15,000 growers’ livelihoods](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/vision-sugar-groups-plan-to-revive-south-africas-sugar-heartland-and-secure-over-15000-growers-livelihoods/): At the centre of efforts to stabilise the industry is Vision Sugar Group which has positioned itself as a long-term industrial investor committed to rebuilding the sector. - [Rainbow Crops raises €9.7M seed round to scale AI-driven multiplex gene editing for next-generation crops](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/rainbow-crops-raises-e9-7m-seed-round-to-scale-ai-driven-multiplex-gene-editing-for-next-generation-crops/): Left to Right_ Prof Hilde Nelissen (leading researcher at the VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology) and Giacomo Bastianelli (CEO of Rainbow Crops) holding Maize. - [Doors Open at DLG Feldtage 2026: Bernburg Grand Opening Showcases Practical Farming Solutions](https://farmersreviewafrica.com/doors-open-at-dlg-feldtage-2026-bernburg-grand-opening-showcases-practical-farming-solutions/): The DLG Feldtage (“DLG Field Days”) 2026, taking place this week from 16 to 18 June 2026 at the International DLG Crop Production Center in Bernburg-Strenzfeld (Saxony-Anhalt), officially opened today. Under the guiding theme “Crop Production out of the Box”, the outdoor event brings together growers, farmers and agricultural professionals, combining practical crop production with state-of-the-art agricultural technology. 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