Category: Farm Focus
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Africa’s Burning Issue: The Climate Crisis
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Africa, a continent already grappling with poverty, inequality, and conflict, is now facing a new, existential threat: climate change. This silent crisis is disproportionately impacting African nations, exacerbating existing challenges and creating new ones. From devastating floods to crippling droughts, Africa is experiencing more frequent and intense weather extremes. These…
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Nigeria Faces Staggering Food Waste: Half Lost After Harvest
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Half of Nigeria’s agricultural bounty disappears after it’s been harvested, according to a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This staggering statistic highlights a major challenge facing the nation’s food security and economic growth. Ibrahim Ishaka, a Food System/Nutrition Specialist with the FAO, revealed the concerning figure…
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How Baobab Trees Saves the Lives of Drought-Stricken Zimbabweans
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As climate change wreaks havoc on Zimbabwe’s rural communities, the ancient baobab tree is emerging as a vital source of income. For Loveness Bhitoni and many others, the baobab fruit has become a lifeline amidst dwindling crop yields. Once a simple addition to the family diet, baobab is now a…
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Food for Thought: UN Survey Projects Hunger for 82 Million Nigerians by 2030
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82 million Nigerians may face hunger by 2030, as per UN survey. The post details the stark food insecurity projected for the country’s future. As Nigeria stands at the precipice of an alarming food crisis, a grim forecast from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) casts a shadow over the…
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TELA Maize: Sowing Innovation or Reaping Trouble?
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TELA maize, while promising drought tolerance and insect resistance, sparks debates over GMO risks, health concerns, ecological impacts, and the dominance of seed patent holders threatening agricultural autonomy. In the vibrant tapestry of agriculture, a new thread has woven its way through: genetically modified organisms (GMOs). TELA maize, a prime…
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GMOs Get the Green Light in Ghana.
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GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) have become a topic of intense debate and scrutiny in recent years. These are organisms whose genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally. While proponents argue that GMOs can help address global challenges like food security and climate change, critics…
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African Union Leaders Unite to Tackle Agricultural Crisis at Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit in Nairobi
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Heads of State and Government of the African Union recently convened in Nairobi, Kenya, for the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit, reaffirming their commitment to transforming agriculture on the continent. The summit, held from 7th to 9th May 2024, focused on the crucial need to increase fertilizer use and…
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The Real Concerns About GMOs in African Agriculture
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GMOs in African Agriculture-David Hundeyin, a Nigerian journalist and author, has highlighted significant concerns about the introduction of GMOs into African agricultural supply chains. While much of the debate around GMOs focuses on their health implications, Hundeyin draws attention to the broader socioeconomic impacts and issues of control and ownership.…