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| Rwanda leverages machine learning and satellites for climate-resilient agriculture | 6 Relevance | 3 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Climate Resilience | |
| Rwanda is adopting precision agriculture using satellite imagery, machine learning, drones, and sensor-based systems to transform farming into a data-driven, climate-resilient, and profitable sector, according to Minister of agriculture Mark Cyubahiro Bagabe. Previously reliant on labor-intensive field sampling, Rwanda can now monitor crop areas, growth conditions, and predict yields more accurately for crops like maize, Irish potatoes, and rice. Automated irrigation and greenhouse technologies are optimizing water and nutrient use, reducing waste and in ... | |||||
| Empowering Youth and Women in Agriculture: A Journey in Research and Practice | 5 Relevance | 6 months ago | Landan | Introduce Yourself | |
| My name is Landry C Iradukunda, a male agripreneur and Research Consultant based in Burundi. I am the Founder and CEO of SOTRAPROCOM, an organization working at the intersection of agriculture, rural development, and youth empowerment. I am also a Youth Representative with the World Food Forum (WFF), where I contribute to global dialogues on sustainable food systems and youth inclusion. Academically, I hold a Master’s degree in agriculture and an Honors degree in Rural Development, complemented by a Bachelor of Business Administration. My research has focus ... | |||||
| Join the 19th Caribbean Week of Agriculture : Explore digital solutions for smarter food systems | 3 Relevance | 4 months ago | Ahoefa Soklou | Climate Resilience | |
| The 19th Caribbean Week of agriculture is currently ongoing under the theme:“Sowing change, Harvesting resilience: Transforming Our Caribbean Food Systems for 2025 and Beyond.” As part of the programme, we invite you to join 02 dynamic sessions taking place today, Tuesday, 30 September, on Proven Digital Solutions for Improving Agri-food System Efficiency: Drone Technology & Capacity Building Time 05:30 – 8:30 pm UTC Link : Field applications : scanners, sensors and daata driven decision making applications Time: 8:30 – 10:30 pm UTC Link : ... | |||||
| RE: South-South Series: Climate-Resilient Business Models for Women Entrepreneurs | 3 Relevance | 2 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Women empowerment | |
| We have compiled a summary of the questions asked by participants and the answers provided by the panellists: Sandra McLeish, CEO, Agro Cold Storage Limited, Jamaica The situation in Jamaica is overwhelming. What is one thing Caribbean women can do to help women in agriculture, who are located in Jamaica and are trying to rebuild/recover? The key advice for Caribbean women who want to support women in agriculture in Jamaica is to ensure their assistance is coordinated through legitimate channels, such as the government, to reach those in remote or ... | |||||
| The future of climate change and food system research: 2025 Global Food Policy Report | 2 Relevance | 6 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Climate Resilience | |
| ... April 2025 marked the second-hottest April on record, a sign that such anomalies may soon become the norm. These changes pose serious threats to agriculture and food systems worldwide. In response, food policy researchers and decision-makers are shifting focus from just mitigating climate change to adapting food systems to its impacts, especially for the most vulnerable communities. Chapter Four of IFPRI’s 2025 Global Food Policy Report explores this evolving research agenda. It documents a move from broad climate projections to more localized, farm-level ... | |||||
| Self Introduction | 1 Relevance | 3 months ago | H. Blaise DC | Introduce Yourself | |
| Blaise Dona Celestin HOUNKONNOU (male) from Benin Republic, Agri-food entrepreneur, Funder and general director of Eco Services Pluriels (ESP) SARL spécialise in ecological agriculture and food processing. I developed an organic biofertilizer based on fish guts. I'm passionate about sustainable agriculture, Responsible Aquaculture, Social Entrepreneur, youths empowerment, rural development, Environmental protection. | |||||
| A woman’s journey in Dominican cacao | 1 Relevance | 3 months ago | MariaelsyAbreu | Women empowerment | |
| ... Over time, I realized I could combine both worlds: the traditions of rural life and the tools of modern business. In 2016, my brother and I founded Cacao Mae with a simple but ambitious dream: to create authentic, additive-free cocoa products that reflect the true quality of Dominican cacao. Today, our products are sold locally and abroad, from the U.S. to Europe, but for me, the real success lies in making sure small producers and women in agriculture grow with us. That’s why I work closely with women like Yluminada Ortega, a cocoa producer with whom I s ... | |||||
| From Agroecology to Circular Economy – A Throwback to SDG 12 in Practice | 1 Relevance | 4 months ago | Ahoefa Soklou | Circular Economy | |
| ... shared practical solutions. The PAFO-COLEAD Innovation Series showcase innovations and successes of African farmer-led businesses and SMEs. Practical lessons on responsible production emerged. Session n°6, on sustainable agriculture and agroecological practices, featured ColdHubs Limited, Kati Farms (Uganda) Ltd, SHEKINA Enterprise and SYMABIO showing how they support organic certification, upcycle orphan fruits, train young farmers, and promote nutrient recycling through composting and clean energy. Session n°11 explored circular economy and food loss ... | |||||
| UN Report Urges Climate Tech to Transform Global Agrifood System | 1 Relevance | 6 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Climate Resilience | |
| A recent report, Climate technologies for agrifood systems transformation, highlights the urgent need for innovative climate solutions to tackle food insecurity and the escalating impacts of climate change on global agrifood systems. The joint report from the U.N. Food and agriculture Organization (FAO) and the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) explores the critical role of climate technologies in transforming global agrifood systems to enhance resilience, reduce emissions, and foster inclusivity. The UNFCCC hopes that climate technologi ... | |||||
| "From Research to Practice – Connecting with Fellow Agrinnovators" | 1 Relevance | 7 months ago | Abdirizak | Introduce Yourself | |
| My name is Abdirizak Mohamed Sheikh Abdi, currently serving as the Acting Dean of the Faculty of agriculture at Zamzam University of Science and Technology in Somalia. I am actively involved in agricultural education, research, and sustainable development. My professional interests include horticulture, organic fertilizers, hydroponic fodder production, solar-powered irrigation, and youth empowerment through agri-entrepreneurship. I am passionate about transforming research into practical solutions that improve livelihoods and promote climate-smart agricultu ... | |||||
| Agrifood Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor 2025 | 1 Relevance | 7 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Climate Resilience | |
| Agrifood Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor 2025 The food and agriculture sector contributes significantly to climate change, representing about a third of global emissions. It is therefore crucial that the major players in the sector take urgent climate action. The 2025 Corporate Responsibility Monitor finds that while disclosed measures to reduce emissions may have short-term effects, they are unlikely to result in deep, structural emission reductions across the sector. In this context, agrifood companies and international standards must act to stre ... | |||||
| South-South Series: Climate-Resilient Business Models for Women Entrepreneurs | 1 Relevance | 2 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Women empowerment | |
| ... is essential for equitable and sustainable development. Women-led ventures, particularly in agriculture, renewable energy, crafts, and local services, are uniquely positioned to develop innovative solutions at the climate–gender nexus, reducing vulnerability while generating income. However, systemic barriers, including limited access to credit, markets, training, infrastructure, and legal rights, often constrain their ability to adopt resilient practices or recover from shocks. Direct investment in women’s capacity, through climate finance, training in sus ... | |||||
| RE: Caribbean Agrifood Business Series - Session n°19: Transforming Agrifood Systems | 1 Relevance | 3 months ago | Nina Desanlis-Perrin | Climate Resilience | |
| ... farmers encouraged to be more productive in the agricultural business? Jamaicans are tactile and experiential learners. This is one of the primary reasons Grace Kennedy set up its research farm, so farmers can see best practices in action. Information is also shared through workshops and through the Rural Agricultural Development Agency (RADA), which is part of the Ministry of agriculture. Aren’t you concerned that the use of certain types of technology, especially robotics, could impact employment for workers in local communities? No. Jamaica has an une ... | |||||
| BANDUNDU, TERRE D’OPPORTUNITÉS : LE KWILU, NOUVEL ÉPICENTRE DE L’ÉCONOMIE VERTE EN RDC | 1 Relevance | 3 months ago | renadev | Introduce Yourself | |
| ... d’un espace encore vierge, riche en ressources naturelles, et prêt à devenir le moteur d’une nouvelle économie locale fondée sur la terre, l’eau et le travail. Un potentiel agricole immense et sous-exploité Le Kwilu, avec ses sols argilo-sableux et son climat favorable, possède l’un des plus vastes bassins agricoles du pays. La plaine de Bandundu, en particulier, est une zone fertile par excellence. Le maïs, le manioc, le riz, le soja, l’arachide, le palmier à huile et les fruits tropicaux y trouvent des conditions idéales pour une production à grande éche ... | |||||
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