Improving pest and disease management to improve the environmental sustainability : The inspiring case of AAA farmers in Kenya
- 04/12/2024
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
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Improving pest and disease management to improve the environmental sustainability : The inspiring case of AAA farmers in Kenya AAA Growers, one of Kenya’s largest horticulture companies and renowned exporters of premium vegetables and fresh herbs, is making progress in improving pest and disease management on its farms. As part of its commitment to sustainability and quality production, AAA Growers participated in an Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPDM) training organised by COLEAD in October through the NExT Kenya… +Strengthening cooperative governance: Zimbabwe’s Rusitu Valley leads the way
- 04/12/2024
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
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Strengthening cooperative governance: Zimbabwe’s Rusitu Valley leads the way The Rusitu Valley Fruit Growers and Marketing Trust (RVFGMT), a cooperative of 1,400 growers in Chimanimani, Zimbabwe, is undergoing a transformative journey to strengthen its governance and sustainability. With targeted support from the Fit For Market Plus (FFM+) programme, RVFGMT is addressing critical governance challenges to better serve its members and position itself as a beacon of sustainable development in the region. RVFGMT aggregates and markets the produce of its… +Improving seedling multiplication techniques: the example of SCOOPS AGRIVILLAGE in Cameroon
- 04/12/2024
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
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Improving seedling multiplication techniques: the example of SCOOPS AGRIVILLAGE in Cameroon The cooperative is now better equipped to develop the skills of its members. SCOOPS AGRIVILLAGE, a dynamic agricultural cooperative in Cameroon, recently benefited from technical assistance through the Fit For Market Plus (FFM+) programme. Recognising the importance of using healthy planting material to optimise yields and support the growth of its members, the cooperative requested an in-depth diagnosis of plant propagation techniques, particularly for citrus and banana. The… +Kulla Farms in Nigeria improves soil sustainability through nutrient management plans
- 04/12/2024
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
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Kulla Farms in Nigeria improves soil sustainability through nutrient management plans At the heart of sustainable agricultural development is the recognition that soil health underpins the resilience and productivity of farming systems. Kulla Farms Limited, a pioneering greenhouse farming operation in Obafemi Owode Local Government, Abeokuta, Nigeria, demonstrates this principle through its recent collaboration with COLEAD through the FFM+ programme to develop a tailored Nutrient Management Plan (NMP). Established in 2023 but rooted in a family legacy of horticultural… +Achieving more with less – the case of Malawi
- 04/12/2024
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Achieving more with less – the case of Malawi The positive increase in the number of FFM+ applications received by COLEAD from Malawi since the launch of the programme in the country illustrates the dynamism of the country’s private and public sectors. Another factor is the involvement of the Malawian Embassy in Brussels, which has disseminated information about the programme, to the Malawi Investment & Trade Centre, which has played an important role in promoting FFM+ to potential partner… +Flashback 2003: “Working with small producers in Kenya”
- 04/12/2024
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Flashback 2003: “Working with small producers in Kenya” “We are at a crossroads” says Charles Muchiri, the Managing Director of Avenue Fresh Produce. Source : PIP magazine, September 2003 “We are at a crossroads,” says Charles Muchiri, the Managing Director of Avenue Fresh Produce. “The outgrowers we work with are not well trained and we don’t know whether to continue working with them. If somebody helped us to train them and sensitise them on the requirements of our… +Marketing trends: feedback from recent international trade fairs Exploring the latest innovations in agri-food systems
- 04/12/2024
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
Marketing trends: feedback from recent international trade fairs Exploring the latest innovations in agri-food systems As part of the Fit For Market Plus programme, the COLEAD Market Insights team recently travelled to two key events in the global agri-food calendar: Fruit Attraction in Madrid and SIAL in Paris. These shows showcased new developments that illustrate how the industry is evolving. Global trends driving change As highlighted in SIAL Insights 2024, three major trends are influencing consumer behaviour: Feel: A renewed… +Innovation in action: tackling post-harvest diseases in dasheen in St Vincent and the Grenadines”
- 04/12/2024
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Innovation in action: tackling post-harvest diseases in dasheen in St Vincent and the Grenadines” In St Vincent & the Grenadines, dasheen (taro) is more than a crop – it is a cornerstone of local agriculture and a major export commodity. However, post-harvest fungal diseases have posed significant challenges to maintaining quality during export, threatening market access and economic stability for farmers. To address this issue, COLEAD, in collaboration with ECTAD CARIBBEAN, the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI)… +Seizing emerging opportunities: organic and bio-organic fertilizers for advancing soil health in Africa
- 04/12/2024
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Seizing emerging opportunities: organic and bio-organic fertilizers for advancing soil health in Africa As part of its role in the multi-partner DeSIRA LIFT programme, COLEAD works closely with African research institutions and companies to promote sustainable agriculture and food systems. In particular, soil health. The potential of biofertilisers to improve soil health in Africa was a key theme at this year’s African Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit (AFSHS), organised by the African Union and held in Nairobi, Kenya, from… +Engaging young people in agriculture
- 04/12/2024
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Engaging young people in agriculture A webinar to inspire and prepare the next generation, especially in horticulture On 21 November 2024, COLEAD organised an exceptional webinar in the framework of the FFM+ programme to address a crucial issue: how to attract and mobilise young talent to boost the horticultural sector and build a sustainable future? With a predominantly young population in Africa and a median age of only 18.3 years, the potential for revitalising this key sector is immense.… +