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Rich farmers ‘more likely’ to adopt improved rice varieties

The use of improved rice seed in Nigeria is affected by social factors, requiring specific policies to encourage uptake, ...

19/02/13

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Scientists in Benin unveil enhanced malaria test

A new test that detects and identifies malaria parasites in mosquito vectors has a 98 per cent accuracy rate, ...

21/01/13

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Tool to identify African rice weeds created

Interactive tool that can be used on computers or mobile devices allows farmers and researchers to identify weeds that ...

05/12/12

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China to build agricultural research facility in Mali

A Chinese-funded research centre in Mali will aim to boost sustainable agriculture, research and technical training in the country.

07/08/12

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Map pinpoints Sahel’s climate ‘hotspots’

A UN report has identified the areas across Africa's Sahel region that are at greatest risk from the effects ...

14/12/11

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West African farmers ‘already adapting to climate change’

Rather than waiting for researchers, African farmers are using their own experience to adapt to climate change, say scientists.

25/10/11