Two out of five plants are threatened or endangered. Biodiversity is suffering and many foods may disappear from our menu. This new Ark will regenerate essential plant seeds like bananas that researchers from the botanic garden, together with the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, have collected from as far away as Australia and the Asia Pacific. This precaution is
En la década de los 60, mucho antes de que se popularizara entre los agricultores el concepto de agroforestería -una técnica que mezcla la agricultura y el cuidado de los bosques-, una comunidad japonesa que llegó a Perú ya implementaba esta práctica en sus cultivos de pimienta en la Amazonía. Los agricultores japoneses encontraron en las palmeras de Asaí y
Viviane Sebahire Maramuke, the driving force behind SOFEDI, is a beacon of inspiration. Her active involvement and ambitious spirit have propelled the organization into the realm of agribusinessr. With a firm belief that success is achievable, she spearheaded the initiative, guiding SOFEDI through the challenges and triumphs of the bean farming venture. To ensure the project’s success, Viviane collaborated with
Este grupo de personas lleva 10 años velando por la seguridad alimentaria, recibiendo líneas avanzadas de cultivos como fríjol, arroz, maíz y papa, para compartirlas con los productores y sus familias. Así, estos agricultores pueden beneficiarse no solo nutricionalmente con semillas biofortificadas, sino también de una manera más amigable con el medio ambiente, mejorando la calidad de sus productos. Biofortificados
It’s 3pm on a hot Wednesday afternoon at the School Complex Marie Immaculée in Ouagadougou. Sixty school children aged 10-12 are gathering at their desks to continue learning about regionally important and nutrient rich neglected and underutilized species (NUS). After learning about roselle and amaranth, today it’s the turn for Bambara groundnut, known locally as voandzou. Meet the plant: A
At the heart of this partnership is Ireme Invest, an investment facility powered by the Rwanda Green Fund and the Development Bank of Rwanda. Ireme Invest works closely with the private sector to support green business growth and address the challenges posed by climate change. To further its mission, Ireme Invest will launch a call for applications under its Project
Siaya County, located in Kenya’s Nyanza region, is renowned for its historical and political significance, rich cultural heritage, and stunning natural landscapes. The county has a tropical climate characterized by two rainy seasons: the long rains from March to June and the short rains from October to November. Annual rainfall averages between 1,200 to 1,800 mm, supporting lush vegetation and
Just like humans need a balanced diet, plants require specific nutrients from the soil to thrive. However, a one-size-fits-all approach to fertilizer application often falls short. Blanket recommendations based on regional averages may work for some crops and farms, but certainly not for all – leading to wasted resources and suboptimal yields. This is especially true in Ethiopia, where wheat