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AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Malawi promotes indigenous flour as FAO backs drought resilient farming
The initiative highlights traditional crops while supporting farmers with skills and research to improve food production under dry conditions.
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AfricaRice, AATF sign five year agreement to strengthen Africa’s rice production
The new partnership aims to help more farmers access improved rice technologies as Africa works to reduce its dependence on imports.
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Ghana moves ahead with US$10M organic fertilizer plant
The planned factory aims to increase local fertilizer production, reduce imports, and make use of agricultural waste.
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Kenya steps up national rice survey as government seeks higher local production
The survey aims to give the government fresh data to guide investments, improve irrigation, and increase local rice production.
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AfDB warns El Niño could cut growth as Africa faces up to US$20B in losses
The bank says stronger climate planning and more funding will help countries reduce the economic impact of the expected weather event.