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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Certified organic meat offers families a healthier choice, produced without growth hormones, routine antibiotics or synthetic chemicals while supporting animal welfare and environmental health.
Many smallholder livestock farmers are farming close to organic standards. By learning from Namibia’s organic beef model, farmers can reduce costs and access higher-value markets.
As costs continue to rise in traditional livestock farming, farmers are exploring organic beef production to increase profits and access premium markets.

In 2025 the Global Risks Report of the World Economic Forum noted that progressing biodiversity loss will have “severe consequences for the environment, humankind and

20th of May 2026 is World Bee Day, and this year's theme from the Food and Agriculture Organization and the United Nations, “Bee Together for
Every bite of food we eat has a hidden story and at the center of that story are bees.
Healthy plants are not optional,they are essential. Commemorating the International Day of Plant Health – 12 May
Organic tomato farming thrives in Dodoma’s semi-arid climate using affordable, sustainable and natural methods.
From degraded clay soil to a thriving agroecology hub transforming livelihoods through innovation and training.
Organic animal production shows that better animal welfare can also mean better business through improved herd health, reduced veterinary costs and access to premium markets.
Rebuilding soil health degraded by chemical farming involves restoring organic matter, boosting microbial life, and preventing erosion through organic practices. Key strategies include planting diverse cover crops, implementing no-till techniques, using compost, and rotating crops to rebuild structure, fertility, and biodiversit
Most farmers were taught that soil is just a growing medium. It is not. Beneath every healthy farm is a living system of billions of
As climate impacts and high input costs continue to affect crop production, indigenous seeds are a sustainable solution to food and nutrition security. Learn more.