The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is empowering National Plant Protection Organisations (NPPOs) in Africa with the tools and training needed to detect and manage the Potato Cyst Nematode…
Mealybugs (Pseudococcidae) are among the most persistent and destructive pests in greenhouse and nursery production. They infest hundreds of plant species, from ornamental plants to fruit and vegetable crops, and…
Editor’s Note: Black soldier fly (BSF) larvae contain protein levels comparable to soybean meal, providing a cost-effective, environmentally friendly feed alternative for poultry. Across Kenya, smallholders are pioneering BSF-based systems…
Editor’s Note: In 2024, approximately 2.3 billion people globally faced moderate or severe food insecurity, with food price inflation outpacing general inflation since 2020. As climate extremes and conflict deepen…
In the sunbaked villages of rural Burkina Faso, where sandy soil and erratic rainfall have long held farmers in cycles of poverty and dependence, a quiet transformation is taking root…
Soil is not flashy. It doesn’t always make headlines. But healthy soil silently powers nearly everything we care about: food, water, our climate, our livelihoods. At the International Fertilizer Development…
In recent years, “regenerative agriculture” has become a prominent concept across the agricultural sector. It promises improved soil function, reduced input dependency, and long-term system resilience. However, a central question…
Editor’s Note: Global agri-tech investment reached $16 billion in 2024, yet many farmers remain excluded from digital progress. As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes agriculture, inclusive governance is essential. Ensuring…
Editor’s Note: South Asia is highly vulnerable to climate extremes, with floods displacing over 12 million people in 2022 alone. As climate risks intensify, scalable innovations like index-based insurance are…
Editor’s Note: The global food supply chain faces increasing strain from several factors, including conflict and climate shocks. In 2024, nearly 300 million people worldwide experienced high levels of acute…
Editor’s Note: Livestock is a major contributor to agricultural gross domestic product in Africa, with figures often around 40 per cent. Yet adoption of proven innovations in the sector remains…
Editor’s Note: Global food prices have risen significantly since the pre-pandemic period, creating pressure on farmers to increase profit while simultaneously managing various risks. This piece explores how digital farm…