Participatory theatre makes agroecology training practical, relatable and engaging by turning farmers’ real experiences into stories, discussions and shared solutions. Learn More.

Across Africa, thousands of plant species have fed, healed and sustained communities for generations, yet only a handful of crops dominate today’s research, markets and policy. Fonio, Bambara groundnut, indigenous leafy vegetables and dozens of others have been pushed to the margins, as climate change and food insecurity deepen, these neglected and underutilised species may hold answers modern agriculture has overlooked.

Looking for a natural way to control crop pests or protect stored grains? Neem leaves, neem and pepper, and neem combined with moringa offer practical botanical options that farmers can explore.

Local foods can offer more than just a connection to our culture, they can provide the nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy. Learn More.

In rural Malawi, demonstrations for preparing dishes using local, varied crops are empowering farmers to eat well and also learn about their foods. Learn more.

The future of Africa’s food systems will not be shaped by one technology, one institution or one approach to agriculture. It will depend on how well the continent can bring together science, indigenous knowledge, farmers’ experiences, innovation, policy and partnerships to build food systems that are productive, resilient and sustainable.