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Increased investment and partnerships essential for scaling successful agricultural innovations – IITA DG “MDBs must continue to strengthen their investments in agricultural innovations. Our food systems face significant challenges, particularly affecting smallholder farmers." Read more... https://lnkd.in/eVA8RRfy . #iitastories #MDBs #partnerships #foodsystems #investments

Nigeria, Brazil sign deal to boost agribusiness in 774 LGs - Dateline Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) and Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) of Brazil, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance private sector development in fertiliser production, hybrid seed technology, and agricultural finance.  The MoU was signed on behalf of the government by the Permanent Secretary of … https://lnkd.in/dJZbeP7n

🚜 Big news for the U.S. agricultural sector! The USDA has announced a significant $300 million investment through the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) aimed at diversifying U.S. agricultural exports. This initiative will provide crucial support to 66 organizations, helping them tap into high-growth markets such as Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. By broadening export destinations, this effort will enhance the global competitiveness of American farmers and producers, fostering sustainable growth and opening new economic opportunities. The USDA's commitment underscores the importance of innovation and adaptation in ensuring the resilience of our agricultural economy. This funding is set to facilitate market research, promotional activities, and the establishment of new trade partnerships. It’s a strategic move to not only bolster the current export figures but also to future-proof U.S. agriculture against global market fluctuations. 📈 #Agriculture #USDA #ExportMarkets #GlobalTrade #Sustainability #FoodIndustry #EconomicGrowth

🌟 Congratulations to our partners at IISD for launching a new Responsible Agricultural Investment tool for agribusinesses! 🌟 Grow Asia supported the development of The RAI Tool for Agribusiness, developed by International Institute for Sustainable Development and Cerise+SPTF with support from Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. This important tool helps agribusinesses align with international principles for responsible business conduct. As part of this consortium, Grow Asia worked with SMEs like Morination and Pacific Holdings to test the tool and ensure its effectiveness. Alongside International Institute for Sustainable Development, The ASEAN Secretariat, and FAO, we are committed to fostering responsible investment. Through our GrowRight responsible investing program, Grow Asia launched The ASEAN Academy on Responsible Investing, which provides training for professionals and investors to accelerate system-wide change in the food, agriculture, and forestry sectors. GrowRight is anchored by the Government of Japan through the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF) and Cargill, and supported by Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, Visa, and UK AID. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g7Mg3hed Hafiz Mirza | Marion ALLET | #ResponsibleInvestment | #SustainableAgriculture | #Agribusiness

Message by Dr. P. Chandra Shekara, Director General, National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) on the significance of NITTE Manage Agribusiness Conclave 2024. Indeed, as he says, it can be a game-changer for the farmers of Karavali region, whose livelihoods are dependent on the fortunes of arecanut, coconut and jackfruit plantations. There's immense potential to add value, right from farm management, to making value-added products. This is a rare event that brings all stakeholders at one place, to understand issues and spot opportunities, and to develop broad-based plans of action.

NEWS REVIEW: NIGERIA’S AGRICULTURAL CRISIS: A THREAT TO ECONOMIC STABILITY Nigeria’s heavy reliance on crude oil continues to hinder its economic diversification efforts, leaving the country vulnerable to global market fluctuations. Agriculture, once a key driver of the economy, remains largely untapped due to insecurity in rural areas. Click this link to read more... https://lnkd.in/dhpNZexQ Agribusiness news at your fingertips! Join our WhatsApp channel for real-time updates, insights, and analysis: https://lnkd.in/dEFvi6AW #agribusinessafrica  #agribusinessnigeria  #agribusiness  #nigeriaagriculture  #economicgrowth  #agricnewsinafrica  #agrinews  #agriculture  #foodsecurity  #agribusinessnews #agriculture

Unearthing potential in new sectors, our latest report, "Agriculture, your next investment move," underscores immense opportunities in agriculture. Backed by a rising global population, technology advancements, and a tidal wave of global capital, the sector holds promise, JLL's Bhavin Patel told The Australian Financial Review. Notably in Australia, the $3.6T agribusiness segment offers considerable investment options. It's time to broaden your investment spectrum - agribusiness is ripe for harvest! 🌾🌎💰 https://co.jll/3vvBuQl #JLLAus #investments #agriculture #realestate #innovation #techboom #investmentopportunities

This week, the African leaders’ message in agriculture to the Chinese leadership should focus on agricultural productivity and technology partnerships. Meanwhile, for South Africa, the message must centre on boosting agricultural exports to China. https://lnkd.in/ddYD2RjC

Small-scale producers' active participation in public agribusiness/agriculture policy making and implementation is an activity Nigeria AgriBusiness Group (NABG) is intentional to bring to the fore. #Gombe #publicpolicy #implementation

𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 Agriculture employs the most people in Africa and contributes 30—40% of gross domestic product. Its apparent importance notwithstanding, the practice of and investments in agriculture in Africa suffer the most from a deficit of information compared to most other sectors on the continent. https://lnkd.in/dmSwERGp