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Maroc Maroc - AGRIFOCUSAFRICA.COM - A La Une - 20/Jan 04:58

4 ways partnerships can tackle food security in Africa

Land degradation and climate change in Africa are threatening agricultural production and food security for its growing population. Bold and innovative partnerships across the agricultural sector are needed to enhance sustainable food production and distribution. Here we outline four strategies to build resilient agricultural and food systems value chains on the continent. Agriculture is central to Africa’s economy, contributing 20% to GDP and employing over 60% of the workforce. However, agricultural production is projected to decline by 18% due to land degradation and climate change, even as food supply needs to triple by 2050 to meet the demands of a […]

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