Agricultural Threat to Wild Areas
Some agricultural regions are turning into deserts, while others, still arid, could become fertile with rising temperatures. This is the case in the Canadian Fa... Lire la suite...
Comprendre les enjeux de l'agriculture
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Dr. Rachid Serraj Appointed as Steering Committee Member of the High-Level Panel on Food Security
The Director of the Africa Initiative and Associate Dean of Strategy at the College o Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at Lavl6P, Dr. Rachid Serraj has be... Lire la suite...
The Stakes of the Upcoming COP 28 Meeting
The Conference of the Parties, or the Conference of the Signatory States, is the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Clim... Lire la suite...
Genetically Modified Trees to Light Up the Streets
In nature, certain molecules interact, allowing living organisms to produce their light, such as fireflies, algae, and jellyfish. Taking inspiration from this, ... Lire la suite...
Earthworms are Essential to Soil Health
Researchers have determined that earthworms contribute approximately 6.5% to cereal production (corn, wheat, barley) and about 2.3% to l... Lire la suite...
Climate Change Affects Soils More Abruptly Than the Atmosphere
When experts discuss climate change, we often think about rising air or ocean temperatures, but scientists have noted that soil temperatures are also on the ris... Lire la suite...
Epizootic Outbreak in France
Cases of hemorrhagic disease have tripled in recent weeks across French territory. The culprit? A virus transmitted by midges, which particularly affects cattle... Lire la suite...
Pearl Millet in the Context of Agroecology
This tuber, mainly cultivated by women in West Africa, is consumed roasted or processed into flour for preparing infant porridge.
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Eating Less Meat to Ease the Planet’s Burden
Americans, heavy meat consumers, support industrial and intensive livestock farming practices that are often at odds with animal welfare and environmental susta... Lire la suite...
Plants engage with rhizobium bacteria.
The French Institute for Research and Development (IRD) collaborated with Senegalese teams to better understand the interactions between soil bacteria and legum... Lire la suite...
Aerial Pesticide Spraying in Question in Brazil
Since 2019, aerial pesticide spraying has been prohibited in the state of Ceara, in the northeast of the country. Critics of this practice would like to see a n... Lire la suite...
The coexistence of varieties enhances plant resilience
French scientific institutes collaborated with Yunnan Agricultural University in China to assess the impact of planting different crop varieties together on the... Lire la suite...
Plants: Role of Jasmonates in Saline Stress
Scientists from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) collaborated with their counterparts from the Institute for Research and Development (IRD) in Montpe... Lire la suite...
Seed Weight and Protein Content
Recent research conducted by a team from the French Institute for Horticultural Research and Seeds (IRHS) has revealed a connection between seed weight and thei... Lire la suite...
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A conference on sustainable livestock farming by FAO
Because livestock farming represents a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions, FAO recently brought together various stakeholders (farmers, indigenous c... Lire la suite...
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Food Security and Sovereignty in Africa
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From Food Insecurity to Food Sovereignty
After taking stock of African agriculture, Pierre Jacquemot draws inspiration from agroecology practices... Lire la suite...
African Youth Biodiversity Summit
Rabat hosted the second African Youth Biodiversity Summit organized by the Global Youth Biodiversity Network, its local representation MYBN, the African Wildlif... Lire la suite...
The five technological innovations in AgTech
The fusion of technology and agriculture presents an opportunity to enhance agricultural productivity to meet food demands. Farmers are already using various di... Lire la suite...
Africa is emitting more methane
While the African continent is responsible for only 3% of carbon emissions, it accounts for 16% of methane emissions, another gas contributing to ... Lire la suite...
Kenya Suffers from Famine Due to Climate Change
Famine is an ongoing threat in Africa, severely impacting populations due to multiple factors. They face numerous challenges to their food security, ranging fro... Lire la suite...
Tunisian Olive Oil Exports Thrive
Despite rising olive oil prices due to decreased production, Tunisia has seen a surge in its exports, up by 54% in the last season compared to the previous one.... Lire la suite...
Anticipating Drought Episodes
In response to the increasing intensity of droughts in the Sahel and their negative impacts on food production systems, a group of scientists has proposed model... Lire la suite...
Earthquakes Alter the Hydrological Landscape
During earthquakes like the one that struck Morocco on September 8th, the terrain undergoes changes due to the Earth's movements. Among these alterations, inhab... Lire la suite...
$40 millions for the implementation of climate actions in Africa
Kenyan investment fund Catalyst has raised $8.6 million, which it plans to use to support 40 innovative startups in the fight against climate change.
This fund... Lire la suite...
Survey on the Financing of Farmers’ Organizations
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized financial institution supporting the development of rural populations, has just releas... Lire la suite...
Towards a Global Carbon Emissions Tax
African delegations, present at the first African Climate Summit, expressed their desire to have a stronger influence on the global strategy for energy transiti... Lire la suite...
Senegal: Restructuring of the Fishing, Agriculture, and Crafts Sectors
As part of the PAVIE project, the African Development Bank is supporting women and youth in the agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, and crafts sectors. Anouar Ou... Lire la suite...
DRC: Female Farmers Supported by Financial Institutions
Two institutions, Rawbank and the African Guarantee Fund (AGF), are helping African women farmers sustain their farms through various initiatives. One of these ... Lire la suite...
Reorganization of the Poultry Industry in West Africa
Domestic production accounts for only a quarter of consumption, with nearly 1 million tons produced in West Africa. Competition arises from the import of cheape... Lire la suite...
African Continent’s Limited Role in the Global Oilseed Market
In the 2023-2024 season, the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) estimates that the world will produce 663 million tonnes of oilseeds. However, despi... Lire la suite...
Olive Oil Becomes a Victim of Drought
The production of olive oil requires substantial amounts of water, which unfortunately are increasingly scarce due to climate change.
This shortage, coupled wi... Lire la suite...
Slight Increase Expected for Sugar Prices
Despite a nearly 7% price contraction, sugar prices are expected to remain stable or even experience a slight increase due to an anticipated decrease in product... Lire la suite...
Rising Prices of Nitrogen Fertilizers
Despite a price drop last June, the prices of nitrogen fertilizers are on the rise due to limited supply.
Southeast Asia and North Africa have less availabilit... Lire la suite...
UM6P Supports African Ambitions
The 2023 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund will be held in Marrakech, Morocco, from October 9th to 15th.
On this occa... Lire la suite...
MENA Region’s Strategy for Water Stress
The effects of water scarcity are worsening in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as projections indicate increasing demand over the next quarter-ce... Lire la suite...
A Climate Laboratory in the Moroccan Desert
The British startup Brilliant Planet occupies 6,000 hectares in the Moroccan desert to conduct carbon capture studies. The experiment involves b... Lire la suite...
Hydroponics Requires Specific Fertilizers
Abdullah Al Mahmud, an agronomist specializing in plant production, emphasizes the importance of choosing inputs suitable for hydroponic cultivation.
These spe... Lire la suite...
Birdsong Stimulates Plant Growth
Scientists have discovered a connection between birdsong and plant growth. Within the same ecosystem, there is an interaction between fauna and fl... Lire la suite...
When Trees Reach New Heights
Climate change continues to reshape our ecosystems. A study published in the journal Global Change Biology has shown that between 2000 and 2010, 70% of high-alt... Lire la suite...
Irrigating Without Wastage
Just like fertilizers, irrigation aims to improve crop yields, mitigate drought, or satisfy water-intensive crops like corn or cotton. With the agricultural sec... Lire la suite...
Plant-Based Meat, the Disappointment
Beyond Meat is among the pioneers of plant-based steak.
The value of its stock has experienced a significant decline in recent months, with a drop of over 14% ... Lire la suite...
The Practice of Commons in Tunisia
Climate change jeopardizes water reserves. The shared and equitable management of this resource ensures food production in the poorest areas.
Houssine, a Tunis... Lire la suite...
Mexican Agriculture Decimates Bees
Mexican beekeepers are witnessing a high death rate in their beehives, which they attribute to the country's agro-industrial activities. Around a hu... Lire la suite...
The Importance of Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture
The authors of the article "Measuring Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture: Innovations and Evidence" have reviewed empowerment practices, the innovations they re... Lire la suite...
Two South African Startups Awarded at the Green Pitch 2023 Competition
Every year, the city of Cape Town in South Africa rewards innovative startups in the field of green economy.
This year, the two startups BAOM Eco Solutions and... Lire la suite...
The World Deprived of Indian Rice
Last July, the Indian government banned rice exports to meet its domestic demand in terms of both volume and price.
This initiative has a significant impact as... Lire la suite...
Africa’s Dependence on Russo-Ukrainian Cereals
Already affected by the rise in cereal prices, Africa is also impacted by the non-renewal of the cereal trade agreement allowing the export of Ukrainian wheat v... Lire la suite...
An Actuarial Model that Factors in Agricultural Land Quality
The organization Land Core is launching soil health promotion programs to transform soil quality into a valuable asset within the farming community. Its aim is ... Lire la suite...
No Food Security Without New Consumption Patterns
Climate change, consumption patterns, new food sources, urban agriculture, and biotechnologies are all elements to consider in future strategies for restructuri... Lire la suite...
Uganda Creates Provitamin A-Enriched Banana
Genetic modifications of plants aim to enhance climate and disease resistance, but they can also introduce new nutritional characteristics to harvested fruits.
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Economic Interest Groups (EIGs): Empowering Women’s Inclusion in Africa
In the Casamance region, known as the "Green Senegal," the agri-food sector provides 9 out of 10 jobs, but inadequate income conditions persist due to the lack ... Lire la suite...
Heatwave Affects Vineyards and Olive Trees in Greece
The tourist island of Kos in Greece is experiencing more frequent and intense heatwaves that are altering the island's economic capacity. The cultiv... Lire la suite...
East Africa severely affected by hunger
Out of the 783 million individuals who lack easy access to food, one-third are in Africa. The causes include exacerbated drought and the absence of ... Lire la suite...
Agricultural Transformation Zones: A Step Towards Food Sovereignty in Africa
Agricultural Transformation Zones, also known as agro-industrial zones, are considered indispensable drivers of the transition towards a more efficient and resi... Lire la suite...
Soybean Prevails over Cotton in Togo
Faced with uncertainties surrounding the cotton sector, many producers are turning to soybean cultivation.
Cotton production has declined by 66% over the past ... Lire la suite...
Rwanda Opens the Door to GMOs
African countries have been hesitant to authorize GMOs. However, Rwanda took a step forward by announcing on July 13th a draft law authorizing the genetically m... Lire la suite...
Development of the Egyptian Fertilizer Market
Egypt is one of the largest exporters of fertilizers in Africa, second only to Morocco.
The Golden Triangle Economic Zone (GTEZ), which concentrates production... Lire la suite...
Yields Put to the Test by the Climate
Heavy rains, heatwaves, droughts... climate events are endangering agricultural yields, according to Philippe Lehrmann, an agronomy expert. He explains that eve... Lire la suite...
Agricultural Outlook for the year 2032
Co-authored by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the repo... Lire la suite...
African Youth Summit on Biodiversity
The second edition of the African Youth Summit on Biodiversity (AYSB2023) will be held at the Dawliz Hotel in Rabat from September 19 to 21, 2023.The event is s... Lire la suite...
Guiding Investments Through AI
The recent fundraising of the startup Finres, amounting to 4.1 million euros, demonstrates the growing interest of investors in the agri-food sector. The agricu... Lire la suite...
South Korea sponsors an African rice belt
In early July, African representatives traveled to Seoul to finalize the deployment arrangements for the K-Rice Belt program.
This project, with a budget of $8... Lire la suite...
Promoting African Cooperation
In May, the Casablanca-Settat Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Services (CCISCS) hosted entrepreneurs from Sub-Saharan Africa with the aim of fostering partne... Lire la suite...
The launch of a project to enhance the livestock sector in Chad
As part of its National Investment Plan for the Rural Sector, the government aims to transform the meat and milk sectors into pillars of economic development an... Lire la suite...
The new roadmap for African agriculture
In 2014, African countries adopted the Malabo Declaration, named after the Guinean city where the meeting took place.
This declaration applies to the Comprehen... Lire la suite...
Banana peel, a natural fertilizer
Bananas are appreciated for their nutritional value, but their peels can also be used to produce an interesting natural fertilizer for certain plants.
Banana p... Lire la suite...
Decrease in the price of staple commodities
The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) has published its Economic Outlook Note concerning the countries of the West African Economic and Monetary Union... Lire la suite...
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The practice of permaculture in Tunisia
The expression and concept of "permaculture" originated in the 1970s, although the practice itself dates back much earlier. The principle is to maintain a livin... Lire la suite...
OCP supports the Digital Farming School in Côte d’Ivoire.
The National Polytechnic Institute Félix HOUPHOUËT-BOIGNY (INPHB), a public higher education institution in Côte d'Ivoire, is launching its Digital Farming Scho... Lire la suite...
Plan for demining agricultural lands in Ukraine
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Programme alimentaire mondial (PAM) will collaborate on demining agricultural lands in... Lire la suite...
Urban food strategies
In June of last year, a hundred individuals from the research, political, and civil society sectors gathered in Kisumu, Kenya, as part of AfriFOODlinks, a proje... Lire la suite...
Land sovereignty, a necessary step towards African food sovereignty
On June 30th, in Rome, the Ministers of Agriculture from the African Union, their counterparts from the European Union, and representatives of civil society gat... Lire la suite...
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Yellow raises $14 million to expand its operations in East Africa.
In Africa, many regions lack access to electricity.
Malawian startup Yellow offers solar kits for rural areas in East Africa. The kit consists of a 6 to 10 W s... Lire la suite...
The boreal forest is subject to the whims of the climate’s rhythm
The interaction between climate, leaf greening levels, and wildfires impacts the future of the boreal forest and Canadian tundra.
Wildfires play a crucial role... Lire la suite...
Mercosur : garantir un commerce durable
Après le départ de l’ancien président brésilien, Jair Bolsonaro, l’Europe espère enfin conclure un traité de libre-échange avec quatre pays sud-américains
Les ... Lire la suite...
After Singapore, lab-grown meat sets its sights on the United States
In late 2020, Singapore authorized the use of lab-grown chicken meat for the production of nuggets. Now, the United States is following suit by allowing the com... Lire la suite...
The African Development Bank (AfDB) to the rescue of African agricultural productivity
The African Development Bank (AfDB) carries out actions in favor of the African continent and publishes an annual report titled "Annual Review on De... Lire la suite...
Senegal is attempting to organize its agroecological transition
In the northwestern region of Senegal, horticulturists are facing an increase in the price of inputs: a 60% increase for urea and a 300% increase for NPK, a fer... Lire la suite...
Adapting urban agriculture
Beyond the inherent planning involved in any project, urban agriculture must successfully reconcile the coexistence of two spaces that are typically... Lire la suite...
The Question of African Green Hydrogen
Leaders, researchers, experts, and representatives of civil society gathered in early May in Aix-en-Provence to discuss the future of green hydrogen on a contin... Lire la suite...
$1.6 Million in Green Financing for Africa
The African Development Bank (ADB) is launching the African Green Bank, an initiative supported by the African Green Finance Facility Fund (AG3F).
The aim is t... Lire la suite...
Space footprint and renewable energies
The ecological emergency focuses on climate change. This is legitimate, but it leads to a simplifying obsession: energy is scarce, so we must save it. In France... Lire la suite...
The future of the agri-food system depends on sobriety
Proposals to build a more reasoned agri-food chain are often associated with a risk of food insecurity for emerging countries or with deprivation for developed ... Lire la suite...
$10 million for cashew processing in Africa
Established in 1980, Finnfund is a Finnish public investment fund that supports projects led by private institutions in developing countries. The company recent... Lire la suite...
Upcycling for food and cosmetics
Julien Lesage is a biochemist. He founded Hubcycle in 2016, a recycling startup that has just raised €3.5 million for its business of manufacturing cosmetic or ... Lire la suite...
Saving the cocoa industry in the long term
CIRAD has studied the state of the cocoa sector, which is facing a multitude of challenges: climate change, deforestation, poverty, diseases...
It is urgent to... Lire la suite...
The War in the Ukraine and food security in Africa
By: Noureddine Radouai
There is no good time to launch a war. Armed conflicts are always horrible at any time. However, the war in Ukraine broke out in the w... Lire la suite...
Danone bets on the virtues of the tree
The French dairy brand is interested in edible oil and vegetable proteins from the Pongamia tree (also known as Milletia Pinnata), processed by Terviva, a young... Lire la suite...
Bamboo’s success in Africa
FAO has recently joined forces with the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization (INBAR) to boost the cultivation and use of bamboo in Africa. More than a h... Lire la suite...
100 million to support OCP’s work in African agriculture
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a subsidiary of the World Bank. Its capital is held by the 185 member countries. It finances and/or acquires stak... Lire la suite...
Digital technology to help agriculture in the Sahel
Three young Malians recently won the Agri-Hackathon, a competition that took place last May and focused on the desertification of the Sahel. Soil degradation ... Lire la suite...
Land-based salmon farming in Japan
The seashore is a few dozen kilometers away, but those are salmon swimming in a large saltwater pond in Saitama, a city of one million people located in the s... Lire la suite...
Biostimulants to revitalize soils
Gaïago, a biotechnology startup, has succeeded in raising 13 million euros to deploy its star product, a revitalizing biostimulant for soils.
Already the inven... Lire la suite...
Russia to conquer the Algerian wheat market
Algeria is a large consumer of wheat, which it traditionally buys from France for 60% of its imports. The Russian commercial ambitions risk denting this histor... Lire la suite...
Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos bet on “plant meat
Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos have both decided to invest in the company Nature's Fynd, which is likely to go public soon. With Al Gore, they are among the main fin... Lire la suite...
The animal industry faces the challenge of alternative meats
Since the 1970s, vegetarians have tried to launch meat substitutes based on vegetable proteins. It is only in the last twenty years that innovative companies h... Lire la suite...
Biofuel takes over the 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack
At the Feyzin refinery in southeastern France, a new kind of biofuel is produced from grape marc or lees. These are distilled, dehydrated and mixed with an et... Lire la suite...
Cocaine promotes deforestation
The manufacture of cocaine has a strong impact on the environmental quality of natural areas. Its culture nibbles away at wooded areas. If a gram of cocaine c... Lire la suite...
Europe is thinking about a relevant taxation of foodstuffs.
Less meat, more fruit and vegetables, this is the objective of the Eurodeputies with their project to regulate the consumption of foodstuffs by a variable VAT a... Lire la suite...
Controlled return of animal feed with insect meal
On August 18, the European Union authorized the return of animal proteins and the introduction of insects in feed for pigs and poultry.
This relaxation will ... Lire la suite...
