Staff Report The Lobito Corridor is emerging as a game-changer for Africa's agricultural potential, serving as a strategic gateway for agricultural and…
Staff Report Choosing the Right Garlic Variety Selecting the appropriate garlic variety is crucial for successful cultivation in Zambia's specific climatic conditions. Key factors to consider include: Climate Adaptation: Zambia's warm and humid climate necessitates garlic varieties that thrive in such environments. Varieties that exhibit resilience to high temperatures and humidity are ideal. Disease Resistance: Given the potential prevalence of certain garlic diseases in the region, selecting varieties with inherent resistance to these pathogens is paramount. This proactive measure can significantly reduce the risk of crop losses. Maturity Period: The garlic variety's maturation time should align with Zambia's planting and harvesting seasons. Careful consideration of this factor ensures optimal yield and quality. Popular Garlic Varieties: While local conditions and specific agricultural practices may influence the best choice, some garlic varieties commonly cultivated in similar…
Staff Report Winter holds significant importance for South African agriculture, as it is a crucial period for…
Staff Report Lettuce is a cool-season crop that is commonly grown for salads. It has a shallow…
Staff Report Choose the right location: Green beans are grown year-round in frost-free areas, where temperatures range…
Staff Report Choose the variety: Consult with a Seed Co Agronomist to choose the best cucumber variety…
Staff Report International Seed Federation (ISF) has partnered with Fair Planet, an Israeli non-profit organization, to launch…
Staff Report Investing in perennial plants can offer great benefits to African farmers who are looking to…
Staff Report Rwanda's tea sector is making waves as a major employer, with over 100,000 people directly…
Staff Report Kenya's Nakuru County is home to more than 20,000 small-holder potato farmers, who are set…
Staff Report Cassava is a vital crop for millions of people across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.…
Staff Report Start seeds indoors: Sow eggplant seeds indoors about eight weeks before the last frost date…
Staff Report Small-scale irrigation is a farmer-led approach that allows smallholder farmers to access and manage water…
Staff Report As African countries work towards unlocking their full agricultural potential, public-private partnerships are proving to…
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