Growing Resilience in the Sahel: Field-Tested Solutions from the SustainSahel Project

As the SustainSahel project draws to a close, we are proud to share a collection of practices co-created with farmers of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Senegal.
Why the Farm is Still the Best Classroom for Agroecology and a Gateway to Sustainable Tourism

Agroecological learning thrives on farms where hands-on experience, community empowerment, and sustainable tourism come together to inspire transformation.
Youth at the Center: Why Agroecology Needs Multi-Ministerial Support to Empower the Next Generation

Africa’s youth hold the future of farming. With the right policies and agroecology at the center, farming can be a career of choice.
The Big Disconnect: Why Our Food Systems Are Broken and How We Can Fix Them

Food insecurity in fertile nations often results from fragmented governance rather than food shortages. A coordinated, multi-ministerial approach is the solution.
A New Era for Southern Africa: How Agroecology is a Climate-Smart Solution

Agroecology is a practical, profitable and climate-smart pathway that smallholder farmers can use to thrive in the face of climate change.
How farmers in the Sahel are improving their soil with local shrubs

In the Sahel, climate change is exacerbating the threat of desertification to farmers. Regenerating the soil is crucial, but organic matter is scarce, particularly during the dry season when livestock compete for every scrap of vegetation. Yet nature offers a captivating solution. Even in the harshest of soils, hardy local shrubs flourish. Meet a farmer who is using these underrated plants to restore her land and boost her harvests.
Stop Paying for Expensive Animal Feed: 5 Free or Low-Cost Alternatives from Your Own Land

High feed costs burden many farmers, yet the solution is right on their farms. Own made organic feed builds resilience.
Why Trees on Farms Matter, And Who’s Teaching It

Discover how integrating trees into farms enhances soil health, boosts yields, and supports climate resilience.
Why Organic Farming Is a Game-Changer for Africa?

Organic farming protects nature, empowers farmers, and grows healthier food for Africa’s people and future.
Formation des femmes et jeunes d’Esse sur les techniques d’élevage agroécologique des hannetons

Understanding agricultural terms is essential for effective farming. It helps farmers make informed decisions, adopt the right practices and communicate clearly with others.