CIMMYT and Kenya Launch Modular Impact Accelerator to Transform Seed and Grain Systems
The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), in partnership with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), has launched the Modular Impact...
IITA and Nigeria Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Livestock Sector
In a move aimed at transforming Nigeria’s livestock sector, the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)–CGIAR has formalised a strategic partnership with the Federal...
IFAD launches sorghum mechanization pilot to boost smallholder incomes in Zimbabwe
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), in collaboration with the Government of Zimbabwe and private sector partners, has launched the pilot phase of...
La Niña Returns: Farmers in South Africa Eye Rain-Boosted Prospects for 2025/26 Summer Season
A resurgence of La Niña conditions in the tropical Pacific Ocean has kindled cautious optimism among South Africa’s farming community for rainfall gains during...
DLG-Agrifuture Concept Winners 2025 announced – Visionary Ideas in agricultural technology recognized
Five winners selected from a shortlist of eight candidates – Experts from DLG committees, academia, and international representatives determine the winners – Award ceremony...
Trends in sowing and cultivation technology
Dr Yves Reckleben, Kiel, Germany
Sowing and cultivation technology is at the heart of modern farming practices. In view of increasing climatic challenges and growing...
Expanding support for the international agricultural dealer trade : Agritechnica 2025
New formats, services, and networking opportunities for international dealers — addressing key industry challenges and strengthening global collaboration at Agritechnica 2025 – New Business...
First ever large-scale climate funding targets low-emission, climate-resilient dairy systems in East Africa
A landmark six-year programme to build a climate-resilient and low-emission dairy sector is now underway across East Africa. The Dairy Interventions for Mitigation and...
FAO, Mastercard partner to unlock livelihoods for Kenya’s youth in the livestock sector
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Mastercard Foundation have joined forces to unlock livelihood opportunities for young people...
OBP annual performance report exposes collapse in state vaccine production
The latest Onderstepoort Biological Products (OBP) 2024/25 Annual Performance Report, presented before the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture this week, confirms the collapse of South...