Top farmer shares secrets to his success Published by Promotional Feature on 10 September 2011 Good budgeting and financial discipline are two key factors for achieving success in any farming venture.
TURNER: Robust equipment for Africa’s potato industry Published by Promotional Feature on 10 September 2011 Turnerland offers African farmers a complete solution for mechanised potato and onion production.
Gourmet mushrooms offering a good return on investment Published by Promotional Feature on 10 September 2011 Business people and entrepreneurs in Africa have the opportunity to tap into the fast growing market for gourmet mushrooms by investing in a mushroom growing room.
Zimbabwe’s beer market poised for growth, says Renaissance Published by Claude Harding on 7 September 2011 Renaissance Capital is bullish about the future of the beer industry in Zimbabwe.
African agribusiness to benefit from rising Chinese presence Published by Sharon Wood on 6 September 2011 China’s rising presence in Africa will have a big impact on food prices, land prices and agriculture on the continent.
Ethiopian fruit company’s vision is more than a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 August 2011 The traditional African investment mindset is that you have to make your money very quickly to reduce risks such as land expropriation, a famine outbreak or even war.
Accidental farmer making waves in Kenya Published by Regina Ekiru on 29 August 2011 How we made it in Africa’s Regina Ekiru to talks to Su Kahumbu Stephanou, one of Kenya’s most successful organic farmers and the woman behind the award-winning iCow mobile application.
Ethiopia one of Africa’s most exciting markets, says Heineken Published by Claude Harding on 16 August 2011 Brewing company Heineken sees Ethiopia as one of Africa’s most exciting beer markets.
How to start a successful dairy business Published by Promotional Feature on 10 August 2011 Dairy production has the potential to be a profitable business opportunity for farmers in Africa. There is always room to grow, both for beginner farmers as well as more established players.
GM crops debate rages on as 3.5 million Kenyans face starvation Published by Regina Ekiru on 2 August 2011 As an estimated 3.5 million people face starvation due to the worst drought in six decades, the debate around genetically modified (GM) foods rages on.
Important to do your homework before investing in DRC Published by Staff Writer on 29 July 2011 “It is not an easy environment . . . but if you do your homework systematically, then I believe you can identify very good opportunities.”
South African seafood firm lands Walmart supply contract Published by Femi Adewunmi on 26 July 2011 Amidst huge controversy around Walmart’s entry into Africa, it was yesterday announced that Oceanfresh, a South African seafood company, has secured a deal to supply hake fillets to the US-based retailer.
Only 4.5% of South Sudan’s land currently under cultivation Published by Femi Adewunmi on 25 July 2011 A satellite land cover survey by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has revealed that only 4.5% of South Sudan’s available land is currently under cultivation.
Improving the quality of Rwanda’s milk, while turning a profit Published by Jonathan Kalan on 19 July 2011 Rwanda Ventures is attempting to reshape the country’s entire dairy industry, while paying farmers a premium for quality milk.
