Zero Carbon, a Cambodian start-up, is dedicated to revolutionizing agriculture through technology. By providing farmers with smart tools, they aim to eliminate guesswork and ensure successful crop production. Founded by Chhorn Rachhat and his team, Zero Carbon is not your average plant nursery. They grow seedlings for farmers, but their secret weapon is tiny sensors packed with a powerful punch.
For the thirteenth installment of Delta Talks, the CGIAR Initiative on Asian Mega-Deltas (AMD) and Wageningen University & Research (WUR) presented a webinar on sharing data to map saline agriculture initiatives. Katarzyna Negacz and Pim van Tongeren from the Institute for Environmental Studies at VU Amsterdam presented their research, which focused on the development of a governance landscape for cooperative
In the heart of Cambodia, a budding women-led enterprise is transforming agricultural waste into a powerful tool for sustainable farming. Her Agri, a young and dynamic team, is making waves with their innovative approach to pest control. Emerging from the Dak Dam Innovators for Resilient Agriculture program, Her Agri was among the select few to secure funding and mentorship. Their
ChivCheat, a tech startup, has set out to transform cashew farming in Cambodia. Their innovative approach involves developing an AI-powered digital tool to help farmers easily combat diseases, increase crop output, and improve their financial returns. Founded in February 2024 by a passionate team – Kheng Pitou, Rith Sokhavattey, Nang Sokun, Cheng Mengly, and Keo Lythenghuy – ChivCheat is not
Cambogreens, a Cambodian startup, is on a mission to make nutritious food accessible to everyone by transforming often-discarded imperfect vegetables into convenient and healthful supplements. Founded in 2023 by a passionate team – Un Vuottek, Chhaya Thanon, Khim Leakhena, and Dy Puthi Kakrona (the team leader) – Cambogreens is not your typical supplement company. They focus on helping individuals with
Beyond the fields: Restoring the lost voices of women in agriculture Gender-responsive scaling is directed towards creating mechanisms, programs or policies that allow for adaptable, innovative approaches that align with opportunities for business expansion. To achieve ‘inclusive’ scaling, however, the unique needs, challenges and experiences of men, women, youth, and other socially marginalised groups need to be equally considered. Businesses
As we reflect on International Youth Day 2024, it is befitting to reflect on the extraordinary contributions by young people who are turning the tide on climate change and agricultural challenges. This year’s theme, From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development, resonates profoundly with the stories of two inspiring Zambian farmers—Abel Hangoma and Elizabeth Maanda Sianga—whose innovative
Insights from the Regional Participatory Scenario Development Workshop for East and Southern Africa The interactions between climate change risks, socio-economic growth, and agricultural development could dramatically influence food security, economic choices, and policy options. How we prepare and respond to these risks, trends, and needs, matters. In East and Southern Africa, these issues are invariably linked with maize. Maize is