Browsing: agriculture

Ghanaian agritech startup 3Farmate is positioning itself at the intersection of robotics and agriculture with a system designed for local farm conditions rather than imported assumptions.

AfCFTA and AGRA sign a three-year Agriculture Trade Action Plan to reduce food import costs and tackle non-tariff barriers.

South African agricultural exports hit a record $15.1bn in 2025, despite a US slump, as Africa & other regional demand supported growth.

Synnefa secures a $300k grant to deploy IoT-enabled solar dryers with Solidaridad, targeting 800 smallholders to cut losses and drying times.

Founded by Hakeem Disu, the precision-agriculture services company focuses on modern technology, market access, and climate-smart solutions for producers.

The investment in Complete Farmer will enhance the startup’s reach and infrastructure, improving access to markets for farmers in Ghana’s northern regions.

Nigerian startup Winich Farms raises pre-Series A funding led by Egypt’s DisrupTech Ventures, positioning itself for regional expansion and deeper farmer inclusion.

Khula serves 20,000 users, encompassing both emerging and established commercial farmers.

Novastar Ventures backs Sistema Bio to expand biogas solutions, driving renewable energy adoption among Africa’s farming communities.

Southern African citrus exports faced declines in 2024 due to shifting local demand, rising costs, and trade challenges.