The fourth phase of Rwanda’s strategic plan for agricultural transformation (PSTA 4) marked a significant chapter in the country’s journey towards modernizing the sector since 2018. The plan aimed at boosting productivity and resilience, had various initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural yields and profitability.
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In this exclusive Q&A, we speak with Josephine Nakoma Mukumbya, who leads the team at the Agribusiness Development Center (ADC). ADC is a joint initiative by Rabobank Foundation and dfcu Limited, dedicated to building the capacities of farmer-based organizations and agribusiness enterprises. Their goal is not only to enhance these businesses but also to link them to markets and finance, fostering opportunities for growth, job creation, and sustainable business practices.
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During the 2024 A and B seasons, more than 850,000 farmers in 27 districts of Rwanda have recorded increased yields and generated Rwf138 billion of impact thanks to access to agro-inputs and other services delivered by One Acre Fund Rwanda.
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“Compared to last year, we now yield 1050kg of cucumbers and 626kg of tomatoes per m2 annually” “We have moved from an R&D stage into a full production scale since January 2023. It’s been a crucial period for us, both technologically and economically. The completion of a Proof of Concept (POC) facility, spanning 300m2, marked […]
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Increase citrus yield, packouts and quality with shade nets By Lindi Botha | In a consumer-driven market that is picky about the appearance of fruit, producing brightly coloured produce with zero blemishes is vital to catch the eye of shoppers. Erecting nets over citrus orchards increases the chances of a superb packout. Lindi Botha reports […]
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Horn of Africa droughts: How a network of groundwater boreholes could help (with borehole equipment resources) Published: May 26, 2024 Author Bradley Hiller: Collaborator, Centre for Sustainable Development, University of Cambridge Deep groundwater boreholes could help people who now dig their own shallow wells. Simone Boccaccio/ SOPA Images/ LightRocket/ Getty Images The Horn of […]
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The Milken Institute and the Motsepe Foundation today announced the winners of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in Green Energy, a $2 million innovation competition to reward entrepreneurs working to expand access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable off-grid electricity in Africa.
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Rwanda’s $502m agricultural investment opportunities ‘offer prosperity prospects’ Emmanuel Ntirenganya Delegates follow panelists during the National Investment Forum of the Hand-in-Hand Initiative, which was held on April 23 in Kigali A transformative multimillion-dollar investment plan has been envisioned by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources with the support of the Food and Agriculture Organization […]
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AgDevCo in equity investment deal with Agris for growth of fresh-food production and distribution in East Africa
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The new FAO-Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa – FARA Compendium of forgotten foods in Africa aims to move the needle by identifying so-called orphan foods that very often are “locally adapted and less fastidious than exotic cultivars” such as maize, rice or wheat. The compendium presents 100 examples of neglected local foods that have the potential to sustainably provide the much-needed dietary nutrients to various communities across Africa.
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