Africa holds nearly 65% of the world’s unused arable land, yet the continent remains heavily dependent on food imports. At the centre of this paradox are women—who produce an estimated 70% of Africa’s food, but control less than 15% of land ownership and receive under 5% of agricultural credit. Addressing this imbalance is the driving ...

By Brandon Moss Overview South Africa’s agricultural sector ended 2025 with overall growth, but performance varied sharply across crops and regions. As the continent’s biggest commercial farming economy, this mixed performance offers important clues about opportunities and risks for 2026. Key Trends Shaping the Outlook While major categories like grains saw solid output, horticulture and ...

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 could materially influence the cost of farming across key agricultural zones. Previously exempt, fertiliser and associated production inputs are now subject to VAT, raising questions about cost pressures on producers and ...

School children learning agriculture farming Johannesburg South Africa  South Africa’s agricultural sector delivered uneven results in 2025, reflecting contrasting performances across subsectors. While some industries recorded solid gains, others continued to grapple with cost pressures, logistics challenges, and market uncertainty. Looking ahead, early indicators suggest a more supportive operating environment in 2026 as input costs ...

1. Climate and Weather Risks Despite progress in climate-smart agriculture, extreme weather events — droughts, floods, or heatwaves — remain a major risk. Farmers need to adopt early-warning systems and diversify crops to reduce vulnerability. 2. Rising Input Costs Fertilizers, seeds, and fuel prices may remain volatile due to global supply chain pressures. Planning ahead ...

12th AGRITEC AFRICA, An International Exhibition & Conference on Agriculture Technologies is going to be held during 17-18-19 June 2026 at Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya.