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The Impact of Syntropic Agroforestry on Water Usage and Farm Resilience

The Impact of Syntropic Agroforestry on Water Usage and Farm Resilience

“Planting water”: How agroforestry helped crops become drought resilient – A real-life example The personal testimony of Roland van Reenen, a Forest Farmer from Curaçao’  It was the year 2019, and I […]

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Empowering Oil Palm Farmers: Sustainable Solutions for Yield, Profitability, and Food Security

Enhancing Yield, Profitability, and Food Security Through Modern Agricultural Education In the heartlands of rural Africa, where vast stretches of oil palm plantations adorn the landscape, lies a community of […]

Food Insecurity in Africa Can Insect Consumption Bridge the Protein Gap

Food Insecurity in Africa: Can Insect Consumption Bridge the Protein Gap?

Insect Farming and Food Security Africa is the second largest continent, with a population of around 1.49 billion people, which is expected to increase to 2.5 billion by 2050 (Guine et al., 2021). […]

The Potential Impact of Generative AI on the Potato Industry

The Potential Impact of Generative AI on the Potato Industry

Growing smarter potatoes Throughout history, the relentless pursuit of innovation has propelled agriculture forward. Today, we find ourselves amidst a new technological wave driven by the remarkable capabilities of the so-called generative artificial […]

Cocoa Sustainability and Farmers' Empowerment

Cocoa Sustainability and Farmers’ Empowerment

The challenges W. African cacao farmers face can be overcome or at least softened by the measures presented below in this article. Empowering Farmers through Direct Sourcing and Fair Trade […]

Soil Health and Potato Yield Cultivating a Sustainable Future from the Ground Up

Soil Health and Potato Yield: Cultivating a Sustainable Future from the Ground Up

Introduction – Linking Soil Health & Potato Production The unassuming potato, a starchy tuber originating from the Andean highlands, has transcended geographical boundaries and cultural barriers to become one of […]

How to produce Bio Organic Phosphate (BOP) at your Farm

How to produce Bio Organic Phosphate (BOP) at your Farm

How do you make bio organic phosphate (BOP)? How Farmers Can Prepare BOP at Home Phosphorus promotes strong root development, fortifies stems, and enhances flower and seed production, all of […]

A Novel Approach to Minimizing Soil Erosion and Boosting Fertility

Background Maintaining and preserving soil health is a critical task for farmers worldwide. Fertile-heathy soil is essential for robust plant growth and optimal productivity. However, soil erosion poses a significant […]

Solarization A Comprehensive Guide to an Eco-Friendly Soil Treatment

Solarization: A Comprehensive Guide to an Eco-Friendly Soil Treatment

What is solarization? Solarization is a technique for soil treatment using white, transparent plastic and the sun’s heat. This technique is useful for reducing the disease pressure (soil-borne pathogens and […]

Exploring the Benefits and Applications of Black Soldier Fly Farming

Harnessing the Power of Black Soldier Fly Farming: A Scientific Perspective Revolutionizing Sustainable Agriculture Global food security challenges and environmental degradation have underscored the importance of sustainability in agriculture. Recently, […]