Organic Africa

Improving soil organic matter When plant material and manure are mixed into the soil, they are decomposed and partly transformed into humus. Humus serves many purposes, for example: It acts as

72. Background

Background Concerns are growing about long-term sustainability of agriculture. Fertile land and sufficient water are vital for sustaining agriculture and livelihoods. In Africa productivity of land,

73. Soil fertility supplements

Soil fertility supplements In spite of proper soil organic matter management, application of farm-made or commercial organic or mineral fertilizers may be recommended to overcome distinct nutrient

74. Soils

Soils What does "soil" mean? ‘Soil’ is the mantle (or layer) on the land surface that acts as a medium for plant growth. It is developed through continuous action of weathering depending on environ

75. Background

Background More than 60 percent of the population in sub-Saharan Africa lives in rural areas and depends on agriculture as the main source of livelihood. Agriculture’s dominance in Africa’s economies

76. Challenges facing agriculture in Africa

Challenges facing agriculture in Africa Increasing agricultural productivity remains a priority for sub-Saharan Africa, given the very low yields in the region and widespread hunger, poverty and maln

77. What is the best agricultural system for Africa?

What is the best agricultural system for Africa? The main challenges in African agriculture are food security, soil degradation, biodiversity loss and the effects of climate change. These challenges

78. What is organic agriculture?

What is organic agriculture? Organic farming is considered one of the most consistent approaches in the family of sustainable production systems. Because of the ban or restricted use of many direct

79. Farm Management

Farm Management Why is it imprtant to perceive a farm as an enterprise? And how to do so? Learn more about farm management in this chapter. Find information on how to invest in the long-term producti

80. Animal Management

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