Author: Brandon Moss
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Côte d’Ivoire Introduces VAT on Fertiliser Inputs – What It Means for Farmers
By Brandon Moss Côte d’Ivoire has introduced a 9% value-added tax (VAT) on fertiliser inputs under its 2026 budget framework—a significant policy shift that ... -
Nigeria’s Smallholder Farmers Face Rising Loan Defaults as Food Prices Fall
By AgriFocus Africa Editorial Team Nigeria’s agricultural sector, long viewed as the engine of rural prosperity, is facing a mounting financial stress crisis among ... -
Türkiye’s gateway to international agriculture opens its doors for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and global partnerships
Konya Agriculture 2026 offers global agricultural innovation to MENA and global markets, highlighting Türkiye’s industrial capability, smart agriculture technologies, and strengthened agri-business partnerships KONYA, ... -
South Africa’s 10-year foot-and-mouth plan: A roadmap for containment and resilience
In response to the recent surge in foot-and-mouth cases, South African authorities have set out a 10-year plan aimed at eradication, containment and long-term ... -
Rethinking Africa’s Trade: Why Farming Must Move Up the Value Chain
The Economist finds African trade bigger than thought — a chance to boost farm value-addition. How policymakers and agribusiness can capture more value locally. ... -
Floods, Food and Farms: How Southern Africa’s Extreme Weather Is Reshaping Agriculture
Widespread flooding in southern Africa in January 2026 threatens crops and livelihoods. We look at immediate impacts, early losses, and resilient recovery steps for ... -
Revitalising Co-ops in Edo State, Nigeria: Local Action with National Potential
Edo State plans to revitalise agricultural cooperatives as part of its SHINE agenda. How stronger co-ops can improve production, finance and market access for ... -
South Africa’s FMD Crisis: Farmers Brace for Economic Shock
South Africa faces a severe foot-and-mouth outbreak in January 2026. What it means for livestock, trade and smallholders — and how farmers, vets and ... -
Africa’s Agribusiness Transformation Will Be Built by Markets, Not Aid
For decades, Africa’s agribusiness narrative has been shaped largely by discussions around food aid, productivity gaps, and the vulnerability of smallholder farmers. While these ... -
Msossi Food-Tech Platform Set to Launch in Kenya to Cut Food Waste
Msossi, a locally developed food technology platform, is set to launch in Kenya this month with the aim of reducing food waste Msossi, a ...
