https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=author&rssname=christophe-d-assogbaChristophe D. Assogba RSS feeds.Sun, 9 Aug 2026 05:07:35 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/weaver-ants-cashew-nut-yields-benin-trial/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/weaver-ants-cashew-nut-yields-benin-trial/Having the insects on patrol offers a natural way to protect trees from damaging pests, find researchers. Fri, 8 May 2015 02:07:15 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/benin-starts-feeling-the-cost-of-rice-pests/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/benin-starts-feeling-the-cost-of-rice-pests/The boom in rice growing in Benin has also led to more infestation of stored rice by pests, which is causing losses of hundreds of millions of francs. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:23:25 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/local-rice-makes-the-grade-in-west-africa/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/local-rice-makes-the-grade-in-west-africa/Rice varieties bred by farmers for local conditions are as hardy and adaptable as improved varieties and should be shared, say researchers. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 05:27:43 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/rich-farmers-more-likely-to-adopt-improved-rice-varieties/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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, says a study. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:37:38 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/scientists-in-benin-unveil-enhanced-malaria-test/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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, say Benin researchers. Mon, 21 Jan 2013 04:52:11 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/tool-to-identify-african-rice-weeds-created/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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 hit rice crops. Wed, 5 Dec 2012 04:07:44 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/china-to-build-agricultural-research-facility-in-mali/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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. Tue, 7 Aug 2012 11:48:49 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/map-pinpoints-sahel-s-climate-hotspots/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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 of climate change. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:57:55 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogbahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/west-african-farmers-already-adapting-to-climate-change/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/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. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:28:01 GMT+0000Christophe D. Assogba