By Tukeni Obasi  Some readers of this column may already know about the prestigious African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) programme. The purpose of this entry is to inform all interested women in agricultural research and development that there is an opportunity to...

Theme: Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) The government of Ekiti State in conjunction with United Nations Development Programme, Nigeria is proud to announce an intensive residential training in Ekiti State, Nigeria for 150 YCAD members on “Starting Your Business” and 50...

Dear Farmlanders, The information below might be useful to you and/or agricultural professionals in your networks. The New Vision for Agriculture and Grow Africa are looking to hire a senior project manager and an associate director respectively. They are looking for dynamic high-performers...

 By Tukeni Obasi Three weeks ago, I explored the possibility and benefits of having a reality TV show for farmers/agriculturists. But, perhaps before that dream is realised, we can look to radio broadcasting and promote radio shows that are tailored to farmers or the practice of...

So I have been reading this book called ‘Mini-Farming, Self-sufficiency on 1/4 acre’ by Brett L.Markham. I recommend this book for anyone considering starting a small farm, especially youth with limited access to capital because the author gives suggestions on how to cut costs and...

By Tukeni Obasi I’m always on the prowl for African thought leaders. Last year, upon reading about Thomas Sankara of Burkina Faso and his plan to make his country self-sufficient through the empowerment of farmers, I was moved. Not content with political independence, Thomas Sankara worked...