Agricultural productivity has been quietly rescuing humanity from hunger since the industrial revolution, but this iron law may be breaking under the stress of a warming climate.
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has launched a three-year replenishment round, aiming to match its previous record of $1.7 billion. The agency is turning to the Middle East.
Africa absorbed significant economic shocks last year due to U.S. aid cuts, President Donald Trump’s tariffs, and the expiration of a landmark Africa–U.S. trade programme. However, the outlook appears to.
How can the sustainable use of increasingly scarce global water resources be ensured while allowing everyone to enjoy their right to adequate food and access to clean water? These questions.
If you want to understand food – and eat better – economics is a good place to start. How do immigration patterns shape a country’s cuisine? How do labour laws.
Forest carbon markets have raised high expectations in developing countries regarding forest conservation. However, these expectations have only been partially met. Emissions offsetting requires additional carbon storage over very long.
In 2025, several agtech start-ups stood out by tackling real, near-term challenges faced by farmers. From crop management and robotics to data-driven tools and sustainability solutions, these companies gained strong.
Africa’s forests, once major carbon sinks, have now become a net source of carbon emissions. Since 2010, deforestation, wildfires, and climate change have altered their role, contributing to global climate.
A new generation of African farmers is reshaping agriculture through social media. By using platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, these agri-influencers share knowledge, improve productivity, access new markets,.
China has identified six strategic priorities to drive agricultural development by 2026. Announced by the Ministry of Agriculture, these focus areas build on the achievements of the 14th Five-Year Plan.
