Sustainability & Climate
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Nigeria launches US$500M irrigation programme backed by World Bank
The government plans to expand irrigation, improve dam safety, and support steady farm production across the country.
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Hungary backs US$5M solar irrigation project in Kisumu,Kenya
Kenya expands irrigation push as it seeks to lift rice output and cut food imports.
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Egypt speeds up canal digitisation and modern irrigation reforms
Ministers push joint action to improve water use and raise farm output across the Nile Valley and Delta.
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Maersk steps up cold chain support as Kenya’s avocado exporters prepare for peak season
Logistics firm rolls out training and boosts vessel capacity after Kenya lost top export spot to Morocco.
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Westfalia Fruit pushes zero waste goal through Whole Tree approach
Company strengthens zero waste focus while expanding structured avocado model in Colombia
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Bloemteknik secures US$892,000 to advance autonomous greenhouse lighting
Innovate UK backs Cardiff firm’s GreenFingers platform as fresh equity investment strengthens growth plans.
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CH4 Global honoured for climate-smart innovation as EcoPark expansion drives methane reduction
The awards highlight solutions that address climate challenges while advancing sustainable business practices.
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Morocco, Australia sign research deal to support climate-resilient farming
New agreement links Rabat and Canberra under a US$53 million programme to support dryland agriculture and joint research.
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Togo moves to formalize organic farming standards through new national framework
The country takes a key step toward giving local producers clearer rules and wider access to organic certification.
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UAE researchers turn pineapple waste into soil fix for arid farms
New nanocellulose fibres from fruit peels show promise for improving sandy soils and food production in dry regions.