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ProAgri Africa 123
Dear ProAgri Africa readers, Across Africa, farming is still about one simple thing ... getting the job done, season after season, with what you have available. Whether you are a small-scale farmer in Zambia, a maize farmer in Botswana, or a mixed farmer in Kenya, the challenges may look[...]
AFRICAN CUISINE PART 18: WEST AFRICA – IVORY COAST
The Ivory Coast is a country in western sub-Saharan Africa. The capital, Yamoussoukro, is located in the centre of the country, but the port city of Abidjan is the largest. Unlike other countries in the region, the Ivory Coast enjoys political stability. This tropical country is bordered by Guinea[...]
ProAgri Africa 122
Dear ProAgri Africa readers, March always brings a shift on the farm, a moment to pause after the busy start of the year. Across Africa, farming is changing rapidly – and this season is no different. Some regions have received good rain, giving hope for a strong harvest. In[...]
Starting an agribusiness with little to no capital in Africa
The desire to become an agribusiness owner or a farmer is a noble one, especially in this age and time when many people shy away from it. However, problems occur when farmers are eager to start a business, but resources are either scarce or inadequate. Starting an agribusiness with[...]
ProAgri Africa 121
Dear ProAgri Africa readers, while South Africa is dealing with a serious outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), the rest of Africa has not seen widespread cases, yet the threat is real. Animal diseases don’t respect borders, and across the region, governments and farming communities are taking steps to protect[...]