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New gene editing tool promises quicker banana breeding
Use of genome editing confers resistance to Banana Xanthomonas wilt. Photo Credit IITANew gene editing tool promises quicker banana breedingBy Murimi Gitari Download PDF[rt_dropcap_style…
Agricultural technology forum calls for more investment in innovation
Exhibitors attend to visitors on the sidelines of the forum. Photo Credit: AATFAgricultural technology forum calls for more investment in innovationBy Verenardo Meeme Download…
US-backed effort taps traditional crops in Africa’s hunger, climate fight
Special Envoy Dr Fowler with Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima during the Borlaug International Dialogue. Photo Credit: State DepartmentUS-backed effort taps traditional crops in…
Ugandan scientists push for commercial stingless beekeeping
Scientists involved in research on stingless bees at Uganda's National Livestock Resources Research Institute. Photo Credit: Lominda AfedraruUgandan scientists push for commercial stingless beekeepingBy…
Taking agricultural biotech regulation to the next level
AATF hosted a workshop where participants shared experiences and discussed ideas on advancing biosafety regulation in selected African countries. Photo Credit: CIO LookTaking agricultural…
PPVC: A new tool for scanning value chains
School of Agricultural Economics and Business Studies (COEBS) has been working on a collaborative project on Policy Prioritization through Value Chain (PPVC): Cassava and…
Bundling climate-smart solutions for Africa’s agriculture
Sofia Tesfazion, Director, Resource Mobilization, AATF speaks in panel discussion during the 2023 Feed the Future Innovation Labs Regional Partners’ Meeting held in Nairobi…
Delays mar Tanzania fertiliser subsidy
To qualitfy as a TFRA-authorised dealer under the fertiliser subsidy programme, one must, among others, be registered and have enough space for storing the…
AfDB approves $11.7 million to boost fertiliser access by African farmers
Small-scale farmers on a rice plantation. Photo Credit: AfDBAfDB approves $11.7 million to boost fertiliser access by African farmersDownload PDF[rt_dropcap_style dropcap_letter=”T” dropcap_content=”HE African Development…