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Uganda Faces Rising Farmer-Herder Tensions as Climate Pressure Intensifies
Growing climate stress and increasing competition over shrinking water resources are fueling renewed tensions between pastoralists and crop farmers in northern Uganda
Pure Dairy Herd Commits $250 Million to Nigeria's Dairy Industry
Pure Dairy Herd, a cattle and milk production company, has committed an initial $250 million investment to establish a large-scale dairy farm in Ogun State
Egypt Eyes Ugandan Market to Expand Poultry and Egg Exports
Egypt is stepping up efforts to expand its agricultural trade footprint in Africa following high-level discussions with Uganda
Morocco Wins EU Trade Dispute as Brussels Rejects Legal Challenge
The European Union has reaffirmed its trade arrangements with Morocco after rejecting a legal challenge targeting the bloc's agricultural agreements.
Presco Proposes $100 Million Investment to Revive Ogun's Apoje Farms
Apoje Farms is an expansive oil palm plantation.
FAO and WFP Warn of Rising Agricultural Risks as Africa Faces El Niño Threat
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) have warned that there is a 77% to 80% probability of El Niño
Sweet Potato: The Underrated Crop That Could Help Feed a Healthier Africa
provides dietary fibre, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and other minerals
Kenya Halts Sugar Imports as Local Production Rebounds
Kenya has suspended sugar imports in a move aimed at protecting the domestic sugar industry following a strong recovery in local production.
Nigeria Risks Potential Food Supply Shortages as Cold Chain Experts Raise Alarm
According to OTACCWA, the combination of high fuel and transportation costs has made it increasingly expensive to move perishable commodities across Nigeria.
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