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                        <title>Self Intriduction</title>
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                        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:03:45 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[My name is Mwansa Mungela, and I am a Programme Assistant with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Zambia. I have 7 years of professional experience in agric...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>My name is </span>Mwansa Mungela<span>, and I am a </span>Programme Assistant with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Zambia<span>. I have 7 years of professional experience in agricultural and fisheries value chain development and gender. </span><span>I am passionate about entrepreneurship and empowerment of women. I am particularly interested in innovative approaches to strengthening food systems, climate resilience, environmental sustainability and the role of partnerships in achieving development outcomes.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Mwansa Mungela</dc:creator>
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                        <title>5 éléments que votre plan financier doit avoir</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/access-to-finance-access-to-finance/5-elements-que-votre-plan-financier-doit-avoir/</link>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:11:11 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Hello Agrinnovators community, &#x1f44b;
La dernière fois, nous parlions du plan d’affaires : un outil essentiel pour structurer votre projet, clarifier votre vision et mieux présenter votr...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>Hello Agrinnovators community, &#x1f44b;</span></p>
<p><span>La dernière fois, nous parlions du </span><strong><span>plan d’affaires</span></strong><span> : un outil essentiel pour structurer votre projet, clarifier votre vision et mieux présenter votre entreprise.</span></p>
<p><span>Aujourd’hui, nous allons plus loin avec une partie souvent décisive de ce plan : </span><strong><span>le plan financier</span></strong><span>.</span></p>
<p><span>Prévisions de ventes, coûts, besoins de financement, rentabilité… votre plan financier permet de montrer concrètement où vous allez, de quoi vous avez besoin et comment votre entreprise peut se développer.</span></p>
<p><span>&#x1f3a5; Découvrez dans cette courte vidéo </span><strong><span>5 éléments que votre plan financier doit absolument avoir</span></strong><span>.</span></p>
<p><span>Et vous, quelle partie du plan financier trouvez-vous la plus difficile à préparer ?</span></p>
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						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Ahoefa Soklou</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Young agrifood changemakers: turn your learning into impact!</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/climate-resilience/young-agrifood-changemakers-turn-your-learning-into-impact/</link>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:56:41 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[The FAO elearning Academy Global Youth Contest 2026 is now open!
This global contest invites young learners and professionals aged 18–35 to share how FAO e-learning courses have helped them...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>The </span><strong><span>FAO elearning Academy Global Youth Contest 2026</span></strong><span> is now open!</span></p>
<p><span>This global contest invites young learners and professionals aged </span><strong><span>18–35</span></strong><span> to share how FAO e-learning courses have helped them gain new skills, advance their studies or career, and create real-world impact in their communities.</span></p>
<p><span>&#x1f3c6; </span><strong><span>Three winners</span></strong><span> will receive a </span><strong><span>fully funded trip to Rome</span></strong><span> to attend the </span><strong><span>World Food Forum 2026</span></strong><span>, taking place from </span><strong><span>12 to 15 October 2026</span></strong><span>. Winners will also have the opportunity to share their stories through a video interview featured on FAO platforms.</span></p>
<p><span>To apply, participants should:</span></p>
<p><br /><span>&#x2705; Be registered learners of the FAO elearning Academy</span><br /><span>&#x2705; Have completed FAO e-learning courses</span><br /><span>&#x2705; Have obtained certified digital badges</span><br /><span>&#x2705; Submit a short impact story in English explaining how they applied their learning in practice</span></p>
<p><span>&#x1f4cc; The application story should be clear, authentic and based on real experience. Please note that the use of AI tools to generate responses is not allowed.</span></p>
<p><span>&#x1f5d3;&#xfe0f; </span><strong><span>Deadline: 31 July 2026, 23:59 CEST</span></strong></p>
<p><span>This is a great opportunity for young professionals, students, entrepreneurs and innovators working in agriculture, plant health, food systems and sustainable development.</span></p>
<p><span>&#x1f449; Learn more and apply here: <a href="https://elearning.fao.org/youth-contest#howto">FAO elearning Academy Global Youth Contest</a></span></p>
<p><span>Good luck !!!</span></p>
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						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Ahoefa Soklou</dc:creator>
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                        <title>&#x267b;&#xfe0f; New AGRINFO update: EU rules on recycled plastic used in food packaging</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/packaging/%e2%99%bb%ef%b8%8f-new-agrinfo-update-eu-rules-on-recycled-plastic-used-in-food-packaging/</link>
                        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:17:18 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[The European Commission is proposing updates to the EU rules on recycled plastic materials intended to come into contact with food, including food packaging.
This update is particularly rel...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The European Commission is proposing updates to the EU rules on recycled plastic materials intended to come into contact with food, including food packaging.</strong></p>
<p>This update is particularly relevant for agri-food businesses exporting to the EU, as the rules also apply to non-EU exporters using recycled plastic packaging for products sold on the European market.</p>
<p><span style="color: #003300"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline">Key points include:</span></em></strong></span></p>
<p><br data-start="510" data-end="513" />• New compliance documentation requirements<br data-start="556" data-end="559" />• Stronger traceability for recycled plastic content<br data-start="611" data-end="614" />• Clarifications on imported recycled plastic products<br data-start="668" data-end="671" />• New electronic registration system for operators<br data-start="721" data-end="724" />• Transition periods for businesses already compliant with existing rules</p>
<p>The information is available in <strong data-start="833" data-end="867">English, French and Portuguese</strong>.</p>
<p>&#x1f449; Read the full update here: <a href="https://agrinfo.eu/book-of-reports/eu-rules-on-recycled-plastic-used-in-food-packaging-updates-and-clarifications/">EU rules on recycled plastic used in food packaging: updates and clarifications - AGRINFO Platform</a></p>
<p>This may be useful for businesses working on packaging, export readiness, sustainability, or compliance with EU market requirements.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Ahoefa Soklou</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Et si l’accompagnement faisait vraiment la différence dans le développement d’une PME agroalimentaire ?</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/access-to-finance-access-to-finance/et-si-laccompagnement-faisait-vraiment-la-difference-dans-le-developpement-dune-pme-agroalimentaire/</link>
                        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 09:43:15 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[FR
À travers cette nouvelle ligne de publication Avant/Après, nous souhaitons mettre en lumière les parcours d’entreprises accompagnées par le COLEAD dans le cadre du programme Fit For Mark...]]></description>
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<p>À travers cette nouvelle ligne de publication <strong data-start="244" data-end="259">Avant/Après</strong>, nous souhaitons mettre en lumière les parcours d’entreprises accompagnées par le COLEAD dans le cadre du programme <strong data-start="376" data-end="406">Fit For Market Plus (FFM+)</strong>, financé par l’Union européenne.</p>
<p>Pour ce premier portrait, découvrez l’expérience de <strong data-start="493" data-end="524">Thiossane Business Services</strong>, une PME sénégalaise spécialisée dans la transformation de fruits, légumes et céréales locales en produits naturels et nutritifs.</p>
<p>Face à des défis liés à l’accès au financement, à la gestion financière, à la structuration du modèle économique et à la définition d’un plan de croissance clair, l’entreprise a bénéficié d’un accompagnement concret : business plan, coaching, formations, accès aux ressources COLEAD et mise en réseau.</p>
<p>Aujourd’hui, Thiossane Business Services témoigne d’un renforcement de ses compétences, de son leadership, de sa structuration interne et de ses perspectives de développement.</p>
<p>Une belle illustration de l’impact d’un accompagnement adapté, durable et orienté vers les besoins réels des entreprises agroalimentaires.</p>
<p>&#x1f449; Suivez-nous pour découvrir d’autres parcours inspirants.</p>
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<p>Through this new <strong data-start="17" data-end="33">Before/After</strong> publication line, we aim to highlight the journeys of companies supported by COLEAD under the <strong data-start="128" data-end="158">Fit For Market Plus (FFM+)</strong> programme, funded by the European Union.</p>
<p>For this first profile, discover the experience of <strong data-start="252" data-end="283">Thiossane Business Services</strong>, a Senegalese SME specialised in transforming local fruits, vegetables and cereals into natural and nutritious products.</p>
<p>Faced with challenges related to access to finance, financial management, business model structuring and the definition of a clear growth plan, the company benefited from concrete support, including business plan development, coaching, training, access to COLEAD resources and networking opportunities.</p>
<p>Today, Thiossane Business Services reports strengthened skills, improved leadership, better internal structuring and clearer development perspectives.</p>
<p>A strong illustration of the impact of tailored, sustainable support focused on the real needs of agrifood businesses.</p>
<p>&#x1f449; Follow us to discover more inspiring journeys.</p>
<p>Any questions or reactions? Share them in the comments!</p>
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						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Ahoefa Soklou</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Littératie financière</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/introduce-yourself/litteratie-financiere/</link>
                        <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 08:38:35 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[&#x1f331; La littératie financière constitue la base d’une coopérative agricole forte et durable.De l’épargne à la budgétisation, en passant par la gouvernance, les investissements et la dig...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#x1f331; La littératie financière constitue la base d’une coopérative agricole forte et durable.<br /><br />De l’épargne à la budgétisation, en passant par la gouvernance, les investissements et la digitalisation financière, chaque étape contribue à construire des coopératives résilientes capables de transformer les économies rurales et d’améliorer les conditions de vie.<br /><br />Je suis heureux de partager ce schéma simplifié des principales étapes de la littératie financière pour les coopératives agricoles.<br />Elle est conçue pour accompagner :<br />&#x2705; Les dirigeants de coopératives<br />&#x2705; Les organisations de producteurs<br />&#x2705; Les PME et agroentreprises<br />&#x2705; Les initiatives d’inclusion financière<br />&#x2705; Les programmes de renforcement des capacités<br /><br />Une bonne gestion financière aujourd’hui construit des coopératives prospères demain.<br /><br />&#x1f4cc; Principaux piliers abordés :<br /><br />1. Sensibilisation financière<br />2. Culture de l’épargne<br />3. Gestion de trésorerie<br />4. Comptabilité et états financiers<br />5. Gestion des risques<br />6. Crédit et financement<br />7. Gouvernance et entrepreneuriat<br />8. Transformation financière digitale<br /><br />Ensemble, promouvons un développement agricole durable grâce à l’éducation financière et à une gestion responsable.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Egide</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Votre plan d’affaires tient-il vraiment la route ?</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/access-to-finance-access-to-finance/votre-plan-daffaires-tient-il-vraiment-la-route/</link>
                        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:08:45 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Découvrez 5 éléments essentiels à intégrer pour mieux structurer votre projet agroalimentaire et préparer vos échanges avec des partenaires ou financeurs.
Et vous, quel élément trouvez-vous...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Découvrez 5 éléments essentiels</strong> à intégrer pour <strong>mieux structurer votre projet agroalimentaire</strong> et <strong>préparer vos échanges avec des partenaires</strong> ou <strong>financeurs</strong>.</p>
<p>Et vous, quel élément trouvez-vous le plus difficile à construire ?</p>
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						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Ahoefa Soklou</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Introduce myself</title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:48:15 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Hey, I am Max from India, working in the agriculture sector. We produce basmati rice and non-basmati rice varieties. I am here to share knowledge and participate it good conversations in for...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey, I am Max from India, working in the agriculture sector. We produce basmati rice and non-basmati rice varieties. I am here to share knowledge and participate it good conversations in forum.

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                        <title>Introduce myself</title>
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                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:48:13 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[ZOUNGRANA Urbain Agronomist working in agriculture area by ministry, man. My mains interests are soil fertility, agroecology and land monitoring.]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ZOUNGRANA Urbain Agronomist working in agriculture area by ministry, man. My mains interests are soil fertility, agroecology and land monitoring.</p>]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://agrinnovators.org/community/"></category>                        <dc:creator>Urbain</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Innovative Preventive Plant Health Technology – Phytoalert</title>
                        <link>https://agrinnovators.org/community/introduce-yourself/innovative-preventive-plant-health-technology-phytoalert/</link>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:16:19 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[A company from our group, , &lt;a href=&quot; removed link &quot;&gt;AgritechMur, (&lt;a href=&quot; removed link &quot;&gt;Microgaia), has developed Phytoalert — an innovative portable laboratory for...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A company from our group, , &lt;a href=&quot; <span style="color:#aaa">removed link</span> "&gt;AgritechMur</a>, (&lt;a href=&quot; <span style="color:#aaa">removed link</span> "&gt;Microgaia</a>), has developed <em>Phytoalert</em> — an innovative portable laboratory for real-time, on-site detection of microorganisms (qPCR) for fresh produce exporters and growers.</p>
<p>Phytoalert helps identify phytosanitary risks before symptoms appear, allowing early action to protect crop quality, reduce losses, and improve export reliability.</p>
<p>Key benefits:</p>
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<li>Early detection of pathogens directly in the field</li>
<li>Reduced treatment costs through preventive action</li>
<li>Lower agrochemical uses and improved sustainability</li>
<li>Support for compliance with retailer quality and phytosanitary standards</li>
<li>Better traceability and reduced export claims</li>
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