Thursday, 24 October 2024

Navigating Africa's Food Security

 
 
 

Inaugural Africa Plant Health Systems Forum highlights strength of partnerships for greater sustainable food security
 
 
 
The inaugural African Plant Health Systems Forum has highlighted the strength of partnerships and knowledge-driven solutions towards greater sustainable food security for a growing African population expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050.
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Weakened La Niña forecast deepens fears of food insecurity in Southern Africa after El Niño drough
Hopes for much-needed rain in southern Africa are fading as forecasts for La Niña weaken, casting doubt on relief for the region following last season's devastating El Niño-driven drought.

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Food inflation steadies at 40.1% y-y in September 2024, but monthly pressures remain.

A further breather for consumers as South Africa's headline inflation shaved off two‑percentage points from the August print and decelerated further to 3.8% y/y in September 2024, which is a 42-month low. Monthly, headline inflation remained flat at 0.1% m/m. This is good news as inflation continues to trend below the SARB's target midpoint of 4.5% which signals a potential further policy accommodation before the end of the year.

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Ugandan farmers set to benefit from China-Uganda bamboo project

Farmers in Uganda are poised to benefit from bamboo production training following an announcement by the Chinese government to establish a bamboo training and plantation project in the East African nation.
 

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Agrico and Nedbank join forces to provide innovative funding solutions for producers

We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with Nedbank Commercial Banking, to offer you enhanced financing options for your new centre-pivot irrigation systems.

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Evaluating the real digestibility of phosphates in feeds

Animal nutritionists encounter significant challenges in adjusting and optimizing their feed formulations. To ensure an accurate evaluation, it is essential to measure their pre-caecal phosphorus digestibility, which provides a true indication of their digestibility.

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