African farmers should take advantage of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies Published by Mthuli Ncube on 21 July 2017 Successfully modernising and consolidating Africa’s agricultural landscape will lead to greater self-sufficiency.
The Abraaj Group acquires stake in sub-Saharan Africa’s urea fertiliser manufacturer Published by Press release on 13 October 2016 The Abraaj Group, an investor operating in global growth markets, today announced that it has acquired a minority stake in Indorama Fertilisers B.V
How this Norwegian fertiliser company plans to grow in Uganda and Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 July 2016 An office and a telephone not enough to boost profits.
How this Kenyan business is tapping into the organic farming market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 April 2014 Eco Fuels Kenya produces organic fertilisers and biofuel from the Croton nut.
Six ways Africa can unlock its agricultural potential Published by Claire Schaffnit-Chatterjee on 16 April 2014 Better farming methods and political commitment are ways to improve the agricultural industry.
Boosting African farm yields Published by Michael Fleshman on 6 March 2014 More fertiliser, irrigation and other inputs are vital to develop Africa’s agriculture sector, says NEPAD.
French fertiliser manufacturer targets commercial farmers in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 January 2014 Roullier Group launches Kenyan branch for its premium fertilisers.
Entrepreneur talks about the business behind bat droppings in Madagascar Published by Kate Douglas on 18 October 2013 Guano is an organic alternative to chemical fertilisers, and has found success among farmers in Madagascar.
Nigeria should not be importing fertiliser, says billionaire businessman Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 July 2011 “There is no reason why Nigeria should be importing fertiliser,” believes Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group.
India to manufacture fertiliser in Gabon, and then ship it back home Published by Claude Harding on 18 April 2011 An Indian company has chosen to invest in a fertiliser manufacturing plant in the central African country of Gabon.
Norwegian fertiliser firm betting on growth in Tanzania’s agriculture sector Published by Claude Harding on 13 January 2011 Norwegian-based global fertiliser company Yara International has announced a US$20 million investment into a new fertiliser terminal at the port in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
“Organic agriculture not an option for Africa at the moment” Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 June 2010 As much as environmentalists have been promoting organic agriculture, the use of fertilisers is still important for Africa to achieve food sustainability.
