African Farmers Innovate with Ancient and Modern Techniques to Combat Climate Change
From traditional organic farming in Zimbabwe to advanced greenhouse systems in Somalia, African farmers are blending old and new methods to ensure food security amid climate challenges.
- Farmers across Africa are turning to both ancestral practices and cutting-edge technologies to address the impacts of climate change.
- In Zimbabwe, drought conditions have revived the use of organic manure and traditional crops like millets and sorghum.
- Somalia's introduction of greenhouse farming is revolutionizing local agriculture, providing stable food supplies and creating jobs.
- In Kenya, a new drought-resistant bean variety promises higher yields and resilience against changing weather patterns.
- These agricultural innovations are crucial as Africa faces severe food security challenges despite having over 60% of the world's uncultivated arable land.
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