Monthly Archive: February 2020

Animal Feeding, East Africa, Ethiopia, Feeds, Forages, Legumes, Livestock, Women

Bekelech Belachew secures her family’s livelihood by farming improved forages

Bekelech Belachew, a farmer in Jaw Kebele near Hossanna town, was recognized for her achievements during an Africa RISING farmer's field visit day in the town on 5 November 2019.

By Haimanot Seifu OnFebruary 17, 2020

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Ghana, WUR

Serious gaming offers insights into land use decision dynamics in northern Ghana

Most smallholder farm systems in Ghana are located on communally owned land, governed by customary laws. Within most communities, customary laws prescribe that land decisions are typically ‘taken’ by chiefs or male household-heads on behalf of the community, clan or family. ...

By Africa RISING communications OnFebruary 12, 2020

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AVRDC, East Africa, Southern Africa, Tanzania, Vegetables

From trainee to model farmer

Always eager to learn; farmer Pius Wilbard sharpened his vegetable production skills and increased his income in Tanzania's Karatu District.

By Africa RISING communications OnFebruary 5, 2020

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