Can plant waste boost African farms and save the planet?
Researchers say crop and forest waste could help African farmers restore soils, boost yields and lock away carbon, offering a…
New push to protect Africa’s seed diversity
A new FAO report warns Africa is losing critical plant diversity faster than it is being conserved, threatening food security…
Iran war risks Africa food shock as fertiliser supplies cut
Africa’s planting season is taking its first hits as fertiliser shipments from the Gulf come under fire in the Strait…
Kenyan farmers retain right to traditional seed after court victory
Despite the latest victory, the government has signalled its intention to pursue a full appeal to overturn the ruling in…
‘Climate-smart’ billions fuel chemical-heavy farming in Africa, report
Nearly half of the African Development Bank’s portfolio is now labelled climate finance. Funds billed as climate resilience are flowing…
Over 350 million family farmers warn of global food security
Organizations representing more than 350 million family farmers and producers published an open letter to world leaders today, warning that…
