Wheat production in northern Nigeria is coing under increasing pressure as rising temperatures linked to climate change disrupt traditional growing conditions, particularly in key farming zones such as Kano State. For decades, wheat cultivation in the region has depended on the cool harmattan season, which provides the low night temperatures required for proper germination and ...

Sustainable agriculture is emerging as a critical pillar for Africa’s future, with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations identifying seven core practices to strengthen soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience across the continent by 2026. With Africa facing increasing climate pressures, soil degradation, and water scarcity, these practices provide a roadmap for ...

Agricultural experts and policymakers in Nigeria are calling for renewed investment in indigenous crops as a key strategy to build climate-resilient food systems and reduce reliance on food imports. The call was made during a Farmer-Scientist Engagement Programme and Stakeholders Summit held at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture in Abia State, where participants emphasized the ...

Climate venture builder Persistent Energy Capital has launched a $70 million investment fund aimed at supporting early-stage climate startups across Africa, focusing on sectors such as clean energy, sustainable agriculture and resource management. The fund, known as the Persistent Africa Climate Venture Builder Fund (ACV Fund), will invest primarily in pre-seed, seed and Series A ...

African governments and development partners are intensifying efforts to translate policy commitments on climate-smart agriculture into concrete action aimed at strengthening food security and resilience across the continent. The renewed push was highlighted by Estherine Lisinge‑Fotabong, Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability at AUDA‑NEPAD, who emphasised the need for African countries to accelerate ...

Climate Smart Agriculture Technologies hold the potential to address both high youth unemployment and climate change in Ghana, but adoption hinges on overcoming various policy barriers. By Bismark Owusu Nortey, Serwah Prempeh Executive Summary Green technologies offer a unique opportunity to address high youth unemployment and climate change. Green technology applies scientific innovation to develop ...

Kenya is facing one of its most severe drought emergencies in recent years, with more than 2 million people confronting food insecurity as consecutive failed rainy seasons devastate crops and livestock. The prolonged dry spell has hit pastoral communities hardest, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions where livestock losses have surged dramatically. For many households, ...

Morocco and Australia have strengthened scientific ties in agriculture following the signing of a new research partnership aimed at enhancing climate resilience and improving food security. Morocco’s National Institute for Agronomic Research (INRA) and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) signed a memorandum of understanding on February 10 in Rabat, expanding cooperation in ...

Across Africa, farmers are entering the 2026 planting season with increasing caution as climate variability continues to disrupt traditional agricultural calendars. Erratic rainfall, prolonged dry spells, and rising temperatures are forcing producers to rethink crop selection, planting times, and input use. In East and Southern Africa, delayed rains have already affected early land preparation, while ...

Widespread flooding in southern Africa in January 2026 threatens crops and livelihoods. We look at immediate impacts, early losses, and resilient recovery steps for farmers. By Brandon Moss. Severe rainfall and flooding across parts of southern Africa have been declared a national disaster in South Africa and have affected neighbouring Mozambique and Zimbabwe — an ...