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Organic Agriculture Africa Blog

Discover sustainable farming practices and organic solutions tailored for African farmers on the Organic Farming Africa Blog, addressing unique challenges like soil health, crop protection, water conservation and much more with practical strategies. The articles are edited by KCOA’s Knowledge Promotion Team. The authors are responsible for the contents of the posts.

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L’Intentionnalité en Agriculture Biologique au Sénégal : Semer pour un Avenir Durable

Comment Mettre en Pratique l’Intentionnalité dans l’Agriculture Biologique au Sénégal Défis et Opportunités pour l’Agriculture Biologique au Sénégal Défis : Opportunités : Inspiration de Pionniers

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Reaping What You Sow: The Power of Intentionality in Organic Agriculture

The phrase “reaping what you sow” is often used metaphorically to emphasize the consequences of our actions. However, in organic agriculture, this adage takes on
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Endogenous knowledge in a context of promoting agroecology and organic farming in Senegal (West Africa)

In Africa, agriculture is the main source of income and daily food. However, the modernization of this sector tends to steer producers towards conventional practices,

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Understanding Soil Fertility: A Key to Sustainable Agriculture

Maintaining soil fertility through organic fertilizers, crop rotation, and minimal tillage ensures healthy, sustainable agriculture and long-term productivity
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Water Harvesting Pits: An Innovative Way to Capture and Conserve Water

As the world embraces sustainable practices, water harvesting is emerging as a crucial step toward ensuring water and food security.
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Pest Control in Organic Farming: Sustainable Strategies for Healthy Crops

In this blog post, we delve into proven organic pest control strategies, debunk myths, and explore practical alternatives to organic pest control
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From Ignorance to Impact: How Access to Information Transformed My Farming Journey

Access to organic farming information through KHEA by PELUM Uganda transformed Waswa’s practices to eco-friendly methods
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Discovering Agroecology:Mungueconi Norbert’s Path to Sustainable Farming Success

Inspired by KHEA, Mungueconi turned his passion for farming into advocacy, promoting organic practices and sustainable agriculture in Uganda.
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Here is why knowledge on organic farming really matters

The KCOA Project uses knowledge as its best weapon to combat climate change.
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Zambian Traditional Seed and Food Festival: A Platform for Knowledge and Local Seed Exchange

The Zambian Traditional Seed and Food Festival brings together smallholder farmers and other stakeholders to celebrate the African cultural heritage that comes with local seeds
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Strategies for Success in Organic Agriculture: A Guide for Emerging Farmers

Organic agriculture is more than just farming—it's a commitment to healthier food systems, environmental stewardship, and sustainable living.
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From 25 Chicks to Thriving Poultry: An Organic Agriculture Success Story

I didn’t set out to run a large poultry farm; my goal was simply to produce organic manure from chicken waste to support my crops.
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