COLEAD digital training: 21 000 users, all ACP countries are involved
- 13/07/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN
No CommentsThe use of COLEAD’s e-learning platform continues to accelerate. On June 17th 2023, the number of registered users surpassed 21,000. This remarkable and illustrative growth demonstrates the potential for capacity building within the agricultural and food systems. Through the analysis of the geographical distribution of learners, we have observed that all member countries of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States are represented! Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, and Madagascar are the top three user countries with over 1,200 learners, followed… +Nigeria: Truvis Agro supported for GLOBALG.A.P. Assessment
- 12/07/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: Corp EN, Nigeria
TRUVIS AGRO SERVICES LIMITED is a Nigerian agro-business engaged in the cultivation and processing of vegetables, herbs, and spices. The company has production activities in Epe (Lagos state), Ayetoro (Ogun state), Ilemeso (Ekiti State), and Ilemona (Kwara state), along with a processing facility in Lagos. Their focus is on implementing good agricultural practices to meet the requirements of the domestic and export markets. In 2021, TRUVIS AGRO SERVICES LIMITED joined COLEAD’s Fit for Market SPS programme, aiming to enhance their… +World MSME Day 2023: linking agribusiness and research to meet the SDGs
- 27/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN, News
The World MSME Day on 27 June is a celebration of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) and their crucial role in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to the United Nations, MSMEs are the backbone of most economies, accounting for over 70% of all businesses worldwide and more than 50% of jobs. These enterprises play a vital role in working with millions of family farms, contributing to food safety and security, and providing nutrition to local… +Nigeria: Reelfruit receives support for optimizing packhouse design
- 09/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: Corp EN, News, Nigeria
Nature’s Bounty Health Products Ltd, trading as Reelfruit, is a Nigerian company led by women that specializes in the processing, marketing, and distribution of dried fruits. Their product range includes dried mango, dried pineapple, fruit and nut mix, cashews, mango rolls, coconut flakes, and coconut chips. Coinciding with the company milestone, Reelfruit achieved a significant accomplishment by inaugurating a new state-of-the-art processing and packing facility in Abeokuta, Ogun state in Nigeria. This modern facility was established to meet the increasing… +Informative session for Mauritian stakeholders
- 09/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: Corp EN, News
COLEAD organised an informative session for Mauritian stakeholders to present its Fit For Market Plus (FFM+) and AGRINFO programmes on 17 May, with the active support of the Mauritius Chamber of Agriculture. The session began with a presentation by the European Union delegations to Mauritius and Seychelles on the importance of transitioning the Mauritian agricultural sector to a more sustainable and resilient model, which is currently underway in Mauritius. There is an urgent need to accelerate this transition through investment… +COLEAD engaged in trade fairs to facilitate market access & networking
- 07/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN, News
COLEAD actively engaged in two international trade fairs this semester, with the valuable support of the FFM+ and AGRINFO programmes. These events provide an opportunity for professionals in the seafood, fruit and vegetable, and food and beverage sectors to establish connections, foster collaborations and explore new business prospects. Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, the largest global seafood event, took place from 25 to 27 April in Barcelona, Spain. More than 34,000 seafood professionals attended this year’s edition – the largest… +Market news: Organic trade study, tubers, and sweet potato
- 07/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN, News
The COLEAD Market Insights department translates qualitative and quantitative data into a deeper understanding of markets and concrete initiatives for our partner beneficiaries that facilitate their B2B matchmaking and decision-making process, driving their sustainable development. They recently published a study on organic trade of fruit and vegetables, with a focus on Africa-Caribbean-Pacific (ACP) origins, available in COLEAD’s library. The organic study focuses on the fruit and vegetable sector and products from ACP producers. Along with a detailed analysis of production… +COLEAD’s NExT Kenya programme is bearing fruit
- 07/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: Corp EN, Kenya, News
In a series of recent activities and events, COLEAD’s NExT Kenya programme has focused on enhancing Kenya’s bean and pea sector, resolving commercial disputes, providing training on industry standards, conducting energy assessments, and improving communication between stakeholders. These initiatives are expected to foster sustainable growth and enable Kenya to regain its position as a leading exporter in the sector. Recent activities include: Steering committee meeting on the good practice guide for beans and peas. Meeting participants discussed the development of… +World Environment Day 2023: Climate-Resilient Practices and Innovations in the Fruit & Vegetable Industry
- 05/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN, News
Each year, World Environment Day focuses global attention on pressing environmental challenges and celebrates actions that create a more sustainable world. The impacts of climate change have emerged as one of the most devastating factors contributing to environmental degradation, while the leading causes of climate change, such as fossil fuel extraction and deforestation, directly harm the environment. Increasing intensity and frequency of extreme weather events, temperature anomalies, and natural resource depletion are causing vulnerable communities and ecosystems to face challenges… +Agroecology & Climate Resilience: Multistakeholder Session at 8th AASW
- 05/06/2023
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: ACP EN, Corp EN, News
On Tuesday 6 June (11:00-13:00 UTC+2) FARA, DeSIRA LIFT and IFAD are convening a parallel session on agroecology at the 8th African Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW). Remote participants are invited to register here On site participants must register to the 8th AASW The session will bring together various actors to explore how agroecological practices may contribute to climate resilience and sustainability of farming and food systems. Based on their experiences and evidence, practitioners, researchers and development partners will discuss… +