Farming & Agriculture
Covering the latest trends, news and stories across Southern Africa.
From Egg to Market: The Business Timelines of Southern Africa’s Poultry Sector
For the poultry farmer, the clock starts not when the bird leaves the shell, but when the egg first feels the warmth of incubation. The length of that journey - 16 days for a quail, 46 days for an ostrich - can determine how quickly capital returns, how often the...
How to Monetize Rural Land in Southern Africa
Rural land in Southern Africa holds untapped potential for economic development and wealth creation. With proper planning and innovative approaches, landowners can transform their properties into profitable ventures while contributing to local economies. This article...
Climate-Smart Farming: Preparing for Future Challenges
As climate change continues to disrupt agricultural practices across Africa, farmers face the daunting task of adapting to increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. In Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, droughts, floods, and temperature fluctuations threaten...
The Importance of Accurate Valuation for Biological Assets in Farming
In the ever-evolving world of agribusiness, biological assets—such as livestock, crops, and other living organisms—play a pivotal role in the financial health of the business. Unlike traditional assets, biological assets are dynamic, growing and changing in value over...
How Cocoa Farming is Thriving in Côte d’Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire stands as the world’s leading producer of cocoa, accounting for nearly 40% of global supply. Known as the backbone of the Ivorian economy, cocoa farming contributes significantly to employment and export revenue. Despite challenges such as fluctuating...
South Africa’s Maize Market: A Strategic Overview for Businesses in the Value Chain
The maize value chain in South Africa plays a pivotal role in food security, economic stability, and industrial production. From farmers and millers to traders and exporters, every participant contributes to maintaining a reliable supply of maize across local and...
Women Empowerment in Agribusiness: Inspiring Stories from Ghana
Women play an essential role in Ghana’s agriculture sector, contributing significantly to food production, processing, and trade. Despite their immense contributions, women often face systemic barriers, including limited access to land, credit, and technology....
Climate-Smart Farming: Preparing for Future Challenges
As climate change continues to disrupt agricultural practices across Africa, farmers face the daunting task of adapting to increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. In Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, droughts, floods, and temperature fluctuations threaten...
The Role of Agri-Tech in Boosting Crop Yields in Nigeria
Agriculture remains the backbone of Nigeria's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employing over 70% of the population. However, despite the sector's importance, challenges such as outdated farming practices, poor infrastructure, and climate...
Ethiopia’s Coffee Riches Brew More Than Just a Cup
Coffee lovers, raise your mugs! While your morning latte might hail from distant lands, the true coffee connoisseur knows the origin story begins in Ethiopia. This East African nation boasts a heritage intertwined with the very bean, and sipping Ethiopian coffee is...
How Israel became the Most Advanced Country in Agriculture
At the beginning of the nineteenth century, early settlers who decided to settle in the lands of Israel faced a huge challenge: how to farm in conditions of sweltering heat and minimal rainfall. The land was catastrophically barren, but the desire to make this area...
Russia-Ukraine Geopolitics creates Opportunity for SA Agri-Commodities
All war affects geopolitics and has a direct impact on global economics by reshaping demand and supply. From an international trade perspective, the current Russia-Ukraine dispute has created opportunity for largest African agricultural commodity exporters like South...
Donkey Business in Botswana
One man’s meat is another men’s poison. This phrase came so close to its literal meaning in the donkey business recently established in Africa. While many are grossed out by just the thought of eating donkey meat, some consider it a delicacy. This phenomenon only...