The dry season With the impact of climate change being exacerbated by El Niño, drought conditions are plaguing the continent. Now more than ever, drastic measures are required to counter its effects.
Planting the seeds Agribusinesses, retailers, banks and private investment companies are getting involved in enterprise and supplier development programmes that link farmers directly to markets.
Out of the woods As an agribusiness that has the power to change lives on the continent, create jobs and drive economic growth, the forestry sector holds massive potential.
Weather proof Public-private partnerships are teaching farmers adaptation strategies that mitigate the effects of climate change on food production.
Fuel for thought In response to high energy prices driven by demand in developing countries, biofuel production in Africa is starting to take off.
