THE SMART NEWS SOURCE | Feb 10 2012 11:48 | LAST UPDATED Feb 10 2012 11:48 |
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Africa can feed itself -- and it shouldThe opportunities are there and leaders must work together to make them bear fruit. Big bucks for game ranchersInvesting in rare breeds can offer better returns than the stock market or a bank, in a wildlife industry that continues to grow in leaps and bounds. Climate change hits Africa's poorest farmersPoor farmers across Africa can see clear signs of the impact of climate change, with the continent already struggling to feed itself. Georgia -- and Congo -- on South African farmers' mindsTwo groups of South African farmers are looking for more welcoming lands, one further north on the continent and the other in eastern Europe. India's food chain in deep changeAn increasing number of farmers in India are exploiting a shift in taste towards fruits and vegetables among Indians. Spain's loss is Limpopo's gainNdivhuwo Nyambeni's avocado farm is different to what you might find elsewhere. More SA farmers to set up in MozambiqueMore SA farmers expect to receive land offers in Mozambique as they seek to expand across Africa amid uncertainty over land reform at home. Minister talks farmers' languageJoemat-Pettersson acknowledges the importance of their role in a future South Africa. Buying Africa for a songThere is good reason for investment and development but arable land is being snapped up in dodgy deals. Bill Gates pledges millions to African, Indian farmingBill Gates on Thursday will unveil grants totalling $120-million to promote dynamic, home-grown, sustainable agriculture in Africa and India. |
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