food security

VAT free chicken initiative needs momentum to battle food security

The South African Poultry Association (SAPA) is calling for the removal of the 15% value-added tax (VAT) on certain chicken products to make this essential food more affordable for low-i...

News & Events

24 Oct 2024 · 3 min read

Food for Africa through collaboration

Food is central to our lives. It holds cultural and social significance, and brings people together. However, the scarcity of food means that it is also a source of anxiety. While the CO...

News & Events

17 Oct 2024 · 3 min read

Food security and nutrition 4: Agroecology

In the previous three sections we looked at the role smallholder farmers play in agriculture, food security and nutrition in Africa, the challenges they face, and some solutions offe...

Crops

14 Oct 2024 · 6 min read

Food security and nutrition part 3: Challenges facing smallholder productivity

Smallholder farmers in Africa face a number of challenges that negatively affect their productivity. These farmers, who cultivate plots of land often smaller than two hectares, are bu...

Crops

11 Sep 2024 · 8 min read

Crop insurance critical to safeguard South Africa’s food security

The agriculture sector is integral to both the South African economy as well as our food security. According to the latest Santam Insurance Barometer report, the industry contributes aro...

Crops News & Events

26 Aug 2024 · 3 min read

Agroforestry part 2: Benefits of agroforestry

Research has shown that agroforestry in Africa offers more benefits to the farmer and the environment than forestry and agriculture. Agroforestry is an agricultural system in which tr...

Uncategorized

2 Aug 2024 · 7 min read

Ensuring food security in South Africa through enhanced cybersecurity for farmers

Technology has improved productivity, efficiency, and communication in every industry across the globe, and agriculture is no exception. Once considered a traditionally low-tech industry...

Uncategorized

6 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Hydroponics in Africa part 1: Is hydroponics the future for food security?

One of the earliest mentions of hydroponics is the Hanging Gardens of Babylon; today hydroponics is an accepted and efficient way to ensure a high yield year-round. According to the Unit...

Crops

5 Feb 2024 · 5 min read

What are the key sustainable food and water trends so far in 2023?

The global food and water system continues to face a significant dual problem – unsustainable practices compounded by an ever-growing population. The war in Ukraine has also highlighte...

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29 May 2023 · 3 min read

Zinc plays a small but critical role in ensuring food security in Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a “perfect storm” due to the ongoing electricity, fuel and fertilizer crisis, exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, according to Simon Norton, Executi...

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27 Feb 2023 · 3 min read