Zambia has become the third country in Africa to commission a glucose and starch processing plant, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s industrial and agricultural development. The newly established…
Category: Research & Development
Zambia’s Maize Bumper Harvest Can Power a Regional Animal Feed Hub-Turning Surplus into Strategy.
Lusaka 20 August 2025 – Agatha Nayame Zambia’s 2025 agricultural season has made history. With a record-breaking maize harvest of over 3.7 million metric tonnes, the country stands at a…
New drought-tolerant Durum Wheat Variety proves its worth in Morocco
As seed multiplication efforts for the durum wheat variety Jawahir continue, farmers in drought-stricken regions of Morocco get a first taste of its potential. BONN, GERMANY, 17 June 2025 –…
Millet and Sorghum: Forgotten Foods for the Future.
Millets and sorghum are grains that are nutrient-rich, drought-tolerant crops and can support communities around the world. The International Crop Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) estimates that more…