CEO and co-founder, Priscilla Wakarera. (Image source: GITEX Africa)

Dynamic Kenyan agritech start-up, Rhea showcased at GITEX Africa which took place in Marrakech, Morocco from 29-31 May, this year

The showcases by established market players were a source of invaluable learning and inspiration. Participating in the event allowed Rhea to establish meaningful connections with service providers. 

Engaging in insightful conversations with ecosystem drivers has also opened new avenues for collaboration and support. The company is looking forward to fostering collaborations with the connections that were made during the event. 

For more information, visit: https://www.rhea.africa/

The DLG-Feldtage 2024 not only offers exciting insights into the world of agriculture, but also valuable opportunities for pupils, students and job seekers. (image source: DLG)

This year’s DLG-Feldtage commences with the theme: ‘Crop production out of the box,’ scheduled to take place from 11-13 June in Erwitte near Lippstadt, Germany

In a survey conducted by organiser, the DLG (German Agricultural Society) in the run-up to the event, the majority of participants stated that they planned to use the DLG-Feldtage 2024 to update themselves on the latest in crop protection, crop production and plant breeding, including seeds and varieties. The respondents were particularly interested in the topics of soil protection, crop rotation and strategies for adapting crop cultivation. 

The machinery demonstrations were another highlight, closely followed by the topics of precision farming, sustainability and environmental protection as well as oil and protein crops and alternative proteins.

This year’s event will also feature numerous premieres and machinery demonstrations with live commentary. 

One of the main focus of the DLG-Feldtage 2024 is organic farming, which enables farmers to discuss the latest developments and innovations in organic farming with representatives of the organic value chain. An organic lunch event will also be organised on 12 June. On 13 June, DLG-Feldtage 2024 will hold its ‘Value Chain Day,’ focusing on the entire food chain. 

In addition to offering exciting insights into the world of agriculture, the event also offers valuable opportunities for pupils, students and job seekers.

For more information, visit: www.dlg.org

The summit brought together a wide range of stakeholders with the objective of improving soil health and agricultural productivity across Africa. (Image source: IFAD)

In an attempt to address the growing food security challenges, the African Union (AU) convened the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health (AFSH) summit in Nairobi in May this year

Going by the theme, ‘Listen to the land,’ the summit brought together a wide range of stakeholders with the objective of improving soil health and agricultural productivity across Africa. 

Degradation of cultivated land results in nutrient loss, in turn reducing soil quality. Due to its inability to respond well to yield-boosting inputs, compromised soil health is detrimental to small-scale farmers and rural communities, especially during climate shocks.

To address this challenge, the European Union (EU), in collaboration with DeSIRA Lift and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), convened three events during the Summit that explored crucial solutions including integrated soil health management and the use of organic and bio-fertilisers. 

The primary goal of these events was to inform national leaders and catalyse policy and institutional reforms that favor the adoption of these sustainable solutions.

The event is scheduled to take place tomorrow at Johannesburg, South Africa and will also be accessible virtually. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

During the GITEX Africa event held in Marrakech, Morocco this year, Microsoft announced the introduction of its first African Startups AI Fest, deemed to be the largest Microsoft Africa virtual event on the continent

The event’s primary focus is to inspire and support startups to accelerate their journey to market with the right AI-powered tech solutions. Attendees across the continent are welcome to access the event virtually. Scheduled to take place tomorrow at Johannesburg, South Africa, the event will bring together founders, entrepreneurs, business decision-makers, engineers and developers in the startups space from across the continent.

The event will also emphasise the significance of AI, its transformative power and urge startups to consider adopting this revolutionary technology to drive innovation and take their ideas, not only to local markets but a global stage. Attendees will also get an opportunity to hear the success stories of other startups on the continent, including those that have been supported over the years by Microsoft. 

Moreover, industry-specific webinars, pitch coaching sessions, investor community sessions will be organised along with insights on AI technologies and integration with the Microsoft Independent Software Vendor programme. 

For more information and to register for the event, visit: https://msevents.microsoft.com/event?id=2506112959&wt.mc_id=aifest_linkedin_organicsocial_mfsmktg&ocid=AIDN%2FA_LINKEDIN_oo_spl100005738919164