The Africa Food Systems Forum 2026 has emerged as a major platform for AfricaRice to deepen engagement with governments, investors and development partners as the continent intensifies efforts to transform its rice sector and strengthen food security. Led by its…
From Lab to Land: TAAT Arms 100 Extension Experts to Fast-Track Farm Innovation in Nigeria
Nigeria just got 100 new “ambassadors of innovation The Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Programme has wrapped up a five-day training that arms agricultural extension master trainers with the tools to push proven farm technologies straight to the…
TAAT Wheat Compact Leader to Receive ISSCA Award for Heat-Tolerant Wheat Technologies
Award to TAAT Wheat Compact Leader Dr Wuletaw Tadesse Degu highlights the growing role of climate-resilient wheat technologies in Africa’s food-security drive. The Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Wheat Compact has secured international recognition for its contribution to…
Nigeria, AfricaRice Deepen Ties to Boost Rice Output for 220 Million People
Ivorian-based research center and Abuja plan to scale climate-resilient rice technology across Nigeria’s federal states in push for food sovereignty Nigeria’s ambassador to Côte d’Ivoire visited the Africa Rice Center’s (AfricaRice) main research station on August 21, 2026, in…
Experts Advocate Underutilised Legumes as Nigeria’s Next Food Security Solution
Neglected indigenous crops emerge as powerful tools against hunger, malnutrition and climate change Nigeria’s quest for sustainable food security may depend as much on rediscovering forgotten indigenous crops as it does on increasing production of popular staples, according to…
Global fish production hits new high, but climate threats loom
FAO/Sia Kambou Offloading tuna in Côte d’Ivoire at Abidjan’s main port (file). Aquaculture now supplies most of the fish people eat, a landmark report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals, but rising temperatures and overfishing are…
Inspired by Nature’s Signals: How Soil Health is Shaping West Africa’s Climate Future
World Environment Day 2026 calls global attention to a simple but urgent reality: the planet is sending signals—and climate action is about how we respond. With the theme, “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future,” this year’s observance reminds…
Association advocates greater support for women dairy farmers
By Felicia Imohimi The Commercial Dairy Ranchers Association of Nigeria (CODARAN) has called for increased support and empowerment for women dairy farmers across the country. The association said empowering women in the dairy value chain is crucial to boosting…
FG confirms Adesokan as cashew association president
The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has confirmed Mr Ademola Adesokan as the substantive President of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN). The confirmation was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director, Commodities and Export…
Rotary, foundation plant coconut to combat climate change in Togo
By Gabriel Agbeja The Rotary Club of Lomé Zenith, in partnership with the People Planet and Peace Foundation, has planted coconut along the coastline of Aneho, a coastal town in southeastern Togo. Mr Landry Amewounou, President-Elect of the Rotary…
