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Africa’s green revolution

Posted on November 3, 2011 by IFPRI

On Wednesday, AGRA’s Namanga Ngongi placed smallholders at the center of our discussions on agriculture. He declared agriculture to be “by far the most important sector for any reform agenda in Africa and the main catalyst for ending poverty on … Continue reading →

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Radio feeds farmers . . .

Posted on November 3, 2011 by IFPRI

Margaret Kingamkono of Farm Radio International explains the potential of radio. “We work with partners in sub-Saharan Africa to build the capacities of radio stations. It provides resources and training so the radio stations can produce high quality and relevant … Continue reading →

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Interview: Monty Jones on walking together to increase productivity

Posted on November 3, 2011 by IFPRI

“In the 1990s, there was a decline in trade and food production in Africa. There was also a substantial decline in investments in agricultural research. If we are able to increase investments in research, we will be able to increase … Continue reading →

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