Technology and Financing to Boost Food Security and Value Addition in Kenya
As the global population surges toward a projected 9.1 billion by 2050, the demand for food is expected to grow by at least 70%, according to the Food and Agriculture…
AGRITECH
HORTICULTURE
Nigeria: Europe’s Anti-Deforestation Regulation Threatens Cocoa Exports
By Mike VisserAfrica Contemporary Trade & Agribusiness Magazine – April 2025 Edition A Bitter Turn in the Chocolate Trade Deep in the lush green highlands of Cross River State, cocoa…
GREEN FARMING
Cultivating Resilient Farms: How a Business-Driven Approach is Scaling Regenerative Agriculture in Kenya’s Makueni County
Regenerative agriculture is rapidly gaining recognition around the world as a sustainable approach to food production. By maximizing natural resource use and reducing dependence on synthetic inputs, it offers a…
ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & POULTRY
Urgent Action Needed to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease in KwaZulu-Natal, Says Minister Steenhuisen
In a pressing call to action, South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has raised the alarm over the ongoing spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), urging the…
WATER HARVESTING & IRRIGATION
Smart Irrigation Transforms Farming at Rentia Boerdery
In an age where agriculture increasingly embraces technology to stay ahead, Rentia Boerdery, a progressive farm in South Africa’s Free State province, is reaping the rewards of smart irrigation. Located…
AQUAFARMING
Uganda: The Growing Concern Over Plastics in Agriculture and Food Systems
In Uganda, a rising tide of plastic pollution is infiltrating agricultural fields, raising significant environmental and health concerns. These plastics, commonly known as buveera, have long been an issue in…
FRUIT FARMING
Nigeria: Europe’s Anti-Deforestation Regulation Threatens Cocoa Exports
By Mike VisserAfrica Contemporary Trade & Agribusiness Magazine – April 2025 Edition A Bitter Turn in the Chocolate Trade Deep in the lush green highlands of Cross River State, cocoa…
BACKYARD FARMING
Boosting Backyard Farming Yields in Mpumalanga with Apollo Seeds
Location: Emtfuntini, MpumalangaFarmer Profile: Siphiwe Nkosi, 57, backyard farmerPrimary Crops: Tomatoes, spinach, green beans, maizeFarm Size: Approx. 80 m² (backyard plot)Challenge: Inconsistent yields, poor germination, unreliable seed qualitySolution: Introduction of…
FOOD PROCESSING
A Strategic Partnership for Sustainability: CityBlue Hotels Teams Up with Farm to Feed
CityBlue Hotels, a rapidly expanding hotel chain in Africa, has taken a bold step towards sustainability by investing in Farm to Feed, a pioneering Kenyan agritech startup. This partnership not only addresses the pressing issue of food waste but also supports local agriculture and promotes environmental sustainability, reflecting CityBlue Hotels’ commitment to the communities it serves.