In Nigeria, tech workers and farmers bring AI to the fields
by Leslie FAUVEL With a few taps on his phone, Dandam Nangor knows exactly what temperature his greenhouse is at, when to water his crops and even the pH of the soil. Backed by artificial…
Day: March 19, 2025
Women in mechanised agriculture expands access to technology
by Julian Osamato10 hours ago WIMA says it remains committed to breaking barriers for women in agriculture, fostering inclusion, and driving Nigeria’s agricultural transformation through innovative mechanisation solutions. The Women in Mechanised Agriculture Association (WIMA)…
The nexus between food security, peace and stability calls for a holistic approach in policy design
Food systems are defined as the networks needed to produce, transform, and distribute food to consumers. These systems encompass everything from agricultural production and supply chains to storage, transportation, and retail. Resilient food systems ensure…
The Young Impact Associates (YIA) – Agriculture Focus Fellowship 2025 for young Africans
Applications are now open for the 2025 AWARD Young Impact Associates (YIA) – Agriculture Focus Fellowship. The YIA Fellowship in Agrifood Systems is a year-long flagship program designed to prepare a new generation of African leaders capable to make…
Global and African Financial Experts Urge Action to Enhance Smallholder Farmer Financing
Leading global and African financial experts have issued a resounding call to align financial structures with the needs of smallholder farmers. Speaking at a two-day conference on financing Africa’s smallholder farmers in Nairobi, Kenya, the…