AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

AU IBAR urges governments and investors to treat livestock as a structured economic sector and cut Africa’s reliance on imports.

Togo begins a nationwide process to register and organize actors in pineapple, mango, corn, soybean and cassava as part of wider farm sector reforms.

Global farmer leaders from over 65 countries will gather in Nairobi in 2026 to discuss investment, food security and fair farm incomes.

The country produces about 2.1 million metric tonnes of onions each year, with output valued at N1.17 trillion (US$780 million).

Move is set to widen market access for African exports, including Kenya and South Africa, as trade talks gather pace.

New outlet in Mnazi Mmoja aims to improve access to tractors, parts and technical support for coastal farmers.

Shipments rise by 80 percent as new markets drive growth and wider fruit exports gain pace.

Governor Bala Mohammed says the move will support farmers, restore land, and tackle climate-related challenges across Bauchi State.

The return of US Department of Agriculture reports has restored a key data source for farmers, traders and policymakers worldwide.

Export growth remains strong, but logistics and US tariffs continue to strain margins.