Nigeria is being encouraged to place irrigation farming at the centre of its agricultural development strategy as experts warn that long-term food security will depend on reducing the country’s reliance on unpredictable rainfall. Agricultural stakeholders say recent improvements in food availability and easing prices demonstrate the positive impact of government interventions, but caution that these ...

An electrical engineer in Kenya has transformed a small urban plot into a thriving goat farming enterprise, demonstrating how livestock farming is creating income, jobs and food security opportunities across the country. As Kenya continues to promote livestock production under its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), more professionals are investing in commercial farming to diversify ...

By Brandon Moss Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Agriculture announced yesterday that it is targeting a staggering 340 percent increase in major crop production for the 2024/25 summer season. The plan, unveiled in Harare, is part of a broader strategy to reduce food imports, stabilize the economy, and restore Zimbabwe’s reputation as a regional breadbasket. The government’s ...

By Brandon Moss  Across the continent, a quiet revolution is transforming African agriculture. In 2025, farming is no longer just about soil and sweat—it’s about satellites, sensors, and startups. From Lusaka to Lagos, Nairobi to N’Djamena, African farmers are embracing cutting-edge technologies that promise not only higher yields, but also greater resilience, sustainability, and economic ...

By Brandon Moss  Zambia has taken a major leap toward climate resilience by installing over 200 automated weather stations across the country. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment, is part of a broader strategy to modernize agriculture and mitigate the devastating effects of climate change. Speaking at the Global National ...

When the sun rose over Bikita District in late June, a crowd gathered—but this wasn’t market day. It was the Digital Fair, hosted under the FAO’s Fostering Digital Villages Initiative (FDiVi), a showcase of how technology is reshaping rural agriculture in Zimbabwe. For farmers accustomed to traditional methods, it was a glimpse into the future. It ...

Victory Farms grows the tilapia species of fish in Lake Victoria in Kenya. Fish consumption to nearly triple to 29 million tonnes by 2050 With Africa’s population expected to grow from approximately 1.5 billion today to around 2.5 billion by 2050, the demand for protein will substantially exceed current levels. As one of the most ...

by Aimee Gabay The African Development Bank (AfDB) has released agricultural development plans for 40 countries across the continent that outline pathways to improving food security and productivity. But a recent report by the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA) argues that the AfDB initiative, which seeks to industrialize African food systems at a cost ...

Starting a poultry farm business can be a lucrative endeavor for ambitious poultry farmers. A poultry company requires careful planning, research, and a solid understanding of the industry. With the right preparation, you’ll be well on your way to success. Let’s begin! Poultry Farming in The US Poultry farming is a significant contributor to the ...

Some women in Jos metropolis, seeking alternatives to high prices of staple food and vegetables, have taken to backyard farming for the daily food needs of their families. Some of the women who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Jos, said it is commonsensical to have a small farm to ...