International News
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Middle East investment key to expanding South Africa’s agricultural exports
Given fragmented trade dynamics and South Africa’s pursuit to diversify exports, the Middle East emerges as a region of interest. The Economist article titled ... -
Ghanaian scientist urges Agriculture Ministry to reduce import of weedicides
Dr Samuel Essiamah, a Ghanaian Forests Research Scientist based in Germany, has advocated a reduction in the importation of some harmful agrochemicals into the country ... -
South Africa’s livestock exports surge as biosecurity measures boost industry recovery
National Agricultural Marketing Council said that improved biosecurity measures have seen exports increase in 2024. File Picture: Courtney Africa / independent Newspapers Red meat ... -
French Ambassador to Nigeria visits IITA, reinforces commitment to agricultural innovation
The French Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Marc Fonbaustier, on a courtesy visit to IITA headquarters in Ibadan, reinforced the shared commitment between France and ... -
Nigeria’s Agriculture Faces Food Crisis Amidst High Inflation
Senator Kyari calls for shift to wealth generation as food insecurity escalates across the nation. The Nigerian agricultural sector is facing mounting challenges as ... -
How should South Africa’s agricultural community view the recent global trade disruptions caused by the Trump tariffs?
By Wandile Sihlobo Some doubted whether US President Trump would implement all the tariff plans he promised during his election campaign, especially for Mexico ... -
Sweet Sorghum Hybrid: Boosting Food Security & Industry in Africa
Dr. Sylvester Anami showcasing sweet sorghum hybrid, a game-changer for food security and industrial growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and ... -
Some Notes on South Africa’s Agricultural Trade Narrative
I am still largely away from my desk, seeing some South African agricultural stakeholders and our members in the country’s central regions. Amongst many ... -
Can South Africa Deepen Agricultural Exports to China?
A friend recently sent me a Bloomberg article about China’s efforts to diversify agricultural imports. The idea is to lessen the reliance on the US in anticipation of ... -
What is Nigeria attempting to learn from Zimbabwe’s agriculture?
It is good to see African countries trying to learn from each other’s experiences. In December, Business Insider published an interesting piece titled “Nigeria Turns ...
