Kenyan farmers are being urged to plant early and use short-maturing crop varieties as the country prepares for the upcoming short-rains season amid continued concerns over below-average rainfall. Agriculture experts say farmers should take advantage of available moisture by choosing crops that can mature quickly, while strengthening soil and water conservation to reduce the impact ...

The rainy season across Zambia has intensified, with widespread rainfall saturating soils to nearly full capacity. According to the Zambia Meteorological Department, soil moisture levels are currently between 90–100 percent, and forecasts indicate that heavy rains will continue into January and February. While this provides excellent growing conditions, it also raises the risk of flooding ...

Dr Jerry Dlamini, lecturer and researcher specialising in agronomy within the Department of Soil, Crop, and Climate Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS), is at the forefront of pioneering research in this field. BLOEMFONTEIN, 14 March 2024: Greenhouse gas emissions represent a significant global concern, driving climate change on a massive scale. ...