The presence of weaver ants can increase cashew nut yields by up to 150 per cent, say researchers
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Portugal expresses Zambia maize interest
Portugal has expressed interest to make a trade deal with Zambia for maize imports
Kenyan initiative aims to safeguard citrus crops
A US$1.3mn initiative has been launched in Kenya to address issues affecting citrus fruit production
Ethiopia to resume teff exports after ban lifted
The Ethiopian government plans to lift ban on the export of local gluten-free grain teff
Five new bean varieties developed in Kenya
Scientists in Kenya have released five new canning bean varieties after a joint research project