Kenya
Deal targets rising demand for fungal control and sustainable crop protection in Kenya’s horticulture sector.
The initiative aims to enhance climate resilience for farmers in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Malawi, Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and Mali, protecting them from the adverse effects of droughts and floods.
Enhanced agricultural practices and a new crop breed boost productivity and livelihoods in challenging Kenyan conditions.
The use of AI is becoming more common as farmers face challenges like pestilence, disease, and a shortage of agricultural extension officers.
Africa faces urgent need to restore soil health amid rising food security concerns.
Delegates adopt Nairobi Declaration to boost soil health and fertilizer access across the continent.
New financing to help 100,000 smallholder farmers improve crop yields and strengthen food security.
President William Ruto calls for action against counterfeit fertilizer distributors, ensuring farmers receive proper compensation.
Uralchem said it has given 23,000 tonnes of fertilizer to Zimbabwe to help tackle the country’s food scarcity.
The Kenyan government intends to supply subsidized fertilizer to farmers ahead of the country’s main planting season.
The continent needs to address climate change impacts on agriculture to prevent food crises.
Swedfund’s investment in Apollo Agriculture signifies a major advancement in agricultural productivity, job creation, and climate resilience for Kenya’s small-scale farmers.
Algeria’s fertilizer donation to Kenya will help to support the East African country’s farmers.
Experts review effectiveness and challenges in boosting agricultural productivity.
The US has pledged an additional $10mn to support climate-smart agriculture projects in Kenya and Ghana.
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