Agroecology Africa Blog

Discover sustainable farming practices and organic solutions tailored for African farmers on the Agroecology 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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The rising cost of chemical inputs negatively affect profits for the famers. Composting offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution.
The impact of armyworms on maize can be severe, affecting crop health, yield, and farmer livelihoods.
In Mozambique the success of the Baobab fruit demonstrates how sustainable business models can improve livelihoods in rural communities.
Practicing intentionality can lead you to successful organic farming. See how.

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,

Maintaining soil fertility through organic fertilizers, crop rotation, and minimal tillage ensures healthy, sustainable agriculture and long-term productivity.
As the world embraces sustainable practices, water harvesting is emerging as a crucial step toward ensuring water and food security.
a closeup picture of a black farmer fumigating his pest infested vegetable farm
In this blog post, we delve into proven organic pest control strategies, debunk myths, and explore practical alternatives to organic pest control.
Access to organic farming information through KHEA by PELUM Uganda transformed Waswa’s practices to eco-friendly methods.
Inspired by KHEA, Mungueconi turned his passion for farming into advocacy, promoting organic practices and sustainable agriculture in Uganda.
The KCOA Project uses knowledge as its best weapon to combat climate change.
Festival
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