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
Soil Health: The Foundation of Sustainable Farming
Whether you’re growing winter crops or raising livestock, healthy soil is the foundation of productivity. But what does ‘healthy soil’ really mean—and how can farmers achieve it?By Glenneis Kriel |…
GREEN FARMING
Dakhla Seawater Desalination Plant: Powering Sustainable Agriculture and Economic Growth in Morocco’s Southern Frontier
Winds of Change in Southern Morocco In the windswept southern province of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab, a groundbreaking project is taking shape—one that could reshape Morocco’s agricultural landscape while safeguarding its natural…
ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & POULTRY
Mass Starvation of Chickens at State-Backed Farm Sparks National Outrage and Demands for Accountability
A horrifying episode of animal neglect and systemic failure has gripped South Africa, where over 350,000 chickens were left to starve to death at Daybreak Farms, a state-backed poultry operation…
WATER HARVESTING & IRRIGATION
Dakhla Seawater Desalination Plant: Powering Sustainable Agriculture and Economic Growth in Morocco’s Southern Frontier
Winds of Change in Southern Morocco In the windswept southern province of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab, a groundbreaking project is taking shape—one that could reshape Morocco’s agricultural landscape while safeguarding its natural…
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
Expert Secrets: How & When to Fertilize Citrus Trees
Maximize Your Harvest with These Proven Tips from a Fruit-Growing Specialist By Mike Visser | Agriculture & Garden Life 🍋 Want a Juicy Citrus Harvest? Feed Your Trees Right! Citrus…
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.