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US$250M from Nu Agri Asia to Fuel Ghana’s New Sugar Mill and Coconut Processing Hub: A Game-Changing Bet on Ghanaian Agriculture
Imagine a sugarcane field alive with harvesters, rows of freshly stacked coconuts ready for processing, and…
Revitalizing Indigenous Crops for Farmer Support and Better Nutrition
In a world increasingly dominated by mass-produced, chemically treated crops, one South African entrepreneur is working…
Farmers Brace for Higher Fertiliser Prices This Summer
As the summer planting season approaches, farmers across the globe — including in South Africa —…
Tech Meets Soil: How China’s Digital Push is Transforming Farming Worldwide
At the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo, a new vision for global agriculture emerged—one where…
New Plant Breeders’ Rights to Strengthen Innovation and Seed Access in South Africa
South Africa’s agricultural innovation landscape is set for a significant boost as new regulations surrounding Plant…
Omnia Holds Steady Amid Sector Headwinds, Rewards Shareholders with Dividends
Despite a year marked by macroeconomic pressures and industry volatility, JSE-listed chemicals and fertiliser group Omnia…
Sowing the Seeds of Sustainability: FNB Backs the Future of Farming in South Africa
As South Africa gears up to assume leadership of the G20 in 2025, the country’s focus…
Calls Grow to Ban Highly Hazardous Pesticides Amid Health Concerns
Parliament awaits update on stakeholder consultations as pressure mounts to phase out terbufos and other toxic…
Tackling Water Scarcity and Boosting Agricultural Productivity through Smart Irrigation
The global agricultural sector is undergoing a major transformation in response to increasingly complex challenges. Climate…
Kynoplus Pro: Boosting Nitrogen Efficiency for Better Yields
By Editor (Mike) | Africa Contemporary Farmers Magazine Nitrogen is the cornerstone of high-performing grain crops.…
CASE IH’s JX Tractor Range – Affordable Reliability That Delivers
In a market where every cent spent must deliver lasting value, CASE IH’s JX tractor range…
Soil Health: The Foundation of Sustainable Farming
Whether you’re growing winter crops or raising livestock, healthy soil is the foundation of productivity. But…
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…
GMB Announces New Producer Prices for 2025 Season, Sets Winter Wheat Incentive Price
In a move set to bolster agricultural productivity and strengthen national food security, the Grain Marketing…
Oromia’s Agricultural Reforms: Leading Ethiopia Toward National Food Sovereignty
In a significant stride toward realizing Ethiopia’s food sovereignty vision, Oromia State is making bold moves…
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…
Key SA Exports Dodge Trump’s 31% Tariff – But Farmers Will Feel the Pain
United States President Donald Trump has unveiled a sweeping set of tariffs aimed at dozens of…
Another Enlightening Week for the African Association for Vertical Farming (AAVF) in Tanzania
AAVF strengthens Tanzania’s agricultural sector by signing an MoU with the Ministry of Agriculture and collaborating…
Empowering Youth in Dairy Farming: How I-Youth and Agrihub Nigeria Are Transforming Agriculture in Adamawa State
The I-Youth and Agrihub Nigeria projects are spearheading a transformative initiative to modernize dairy farming in…
Suiso Pumps R31.5 Billion Into Coal-To-Fertiliser Mega Project in Kriel, Mpumalanga
Suiso, a pioneering South African company specialising in blue ammonia production, has announced a groundbreaking R31.5…
Harnessing Water Harvesting and Irrigation Systems as Viable Solutions for Agriculture and Farming in Africa Amidst Climate Change and Its Impact on Rainfall Patterns in Sub-Saharan Africa: Towards Solution for Production and Food Security
Discover how farmers across Africa are building resilience against climate change through sustainable practices like water…
Securing Maize Yields in Sub-Saharan Africa Amid Climatic Shifts: The Role of Irrigation and Water Harvesting Technologies
For large-scale farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and South Africa, the maize growing…
Best Practices for Bean Seeding in Sub-Saharan Africa and Technologies for Optimized Operations for Large-Scale and Small-Medium Scale Farmers
Beans are a staple crop in Sub-Saharan Africa, providing vital protein and income for millions of…
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…
African Development Bank Group Approves $108 Million Loan to Boost Zambia’s Economic Governance and Reforms
The African Development Bank Group's Board of Directors has greenlit a $108 million loan to Zambia,…
Japanese aid enabling Zim farmers to grow sesame
The United Nations World Food Programme welcomed a donation of R90 million from the government of…
Sterling Bank’s $33 Million Boost for Women in Agriculture
Sterling Bank has pledged $33 million in low-interest financing to empower women in agriculture, a move…
Namibian Agriculture: A Call for Enhanced Support and Modernization
Namibia’s Minister of Agriculture, Calle Schlettwein, has urged the nation to recognize agriculture as a high-priority…
Zimbabwe to Compensate White Farmers Two Decades After Land Seizures
Zimbabwe has announced plans to compensate both local and foreign white farmers whose land and assets…
Agrimall: Pioneering the Future of Agriculture Through Digital Innovation
The Agrimall platform connects farmers with vital resources, services, and buyers through digital innovation, aiming to…
Feed—The Backbone of Aquaculture Productivity
Feed is the backbone of aquaculture productivity, accounting for up to 70% of production costs. In…
Harnessing Biofertilizers: A Sustainable Solution for Global Food Security
Amid concerns over global food security and the environmental impact of conventional fertilizers, biofertilizers have emerged…
Revolutionizing Livestock Feeding with ArmaTrac Horizontal Feed Mixers
In the realm of modern agriculture, the ArmaTrac Horizontal Feed Mixer emerges as a revolutionary tool…
Agrico’s Innovative Irrigation Solution: Transforming Agriculture in Botswana’s Tuli Block
In the heart of Botswana's Tuli Block, the Kwanantle project faces a unique challenge: abundant water…
Burkina Faso President Distributes Agricultural Equipment to Farmers
President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso has distributed agricultural equipment and inputs worth over 78 billion…
Strathmore University and AGRA Launch SAFIC to Transform African Agriculture
Strathmore University, in partnership with AGRA, has launched the Strathmore Agri-Food Innovation Center (SAFIC) to revolutionize…
Africa Focused on Agricultural Transformation to Boost Food Security and Soil Health
In the heart of Nairobi, amidst a gathering of African ministers of agriculture and key stakeholders,…
Farmer Field Schools Cultivating Positive Change in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru Districts
Farmers in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru districts are reaping the benefits of Farmer Field Schools (FFS)…
The Vital Role of Healthy Soil in Addressing Hunger and Climate Change
In the battle against hunger and climate change, one unsung hero emerges: healthy soil. Dina Esposito,…
Solar Farming
“the next big thing in African Agricultural & Farming Practices. Embraced bySmall Scale Farmers” Changing times…
Farming Made Easy, Drones Taking over the Agric Sector
The global technological advancements are overtaking every sector and industry of the world at a faster…
Tragic Moment for Struggling Zimbabwe amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict
“Cost of Agric Inputs & Basic Commodities Hike” Zimbabwe like any other African country with Russian…