Q&A with Dr. David Nabarro and Dr. Lawrence Haddad: Tackling world hunger by changing food systems
We interview the winners of the 2018 World Food Prize at the Borlaug Dialogue in Des Moines. Read More
Agroecology According to Generation Y
Young farmers tell Farming First about the importance of practising agroecology to benefit today’s generation and those to come. Read More
10 Ways Precision Agriculture is Transforming Farming
As demand for food grows, we need to ensure the way we produce it remains as environmentally sound as possible. Farmers can now be guided by technology, to use earth’s resources like land and water in the most efficient way. It can also help them apply vital inputs like crop protection and fertilizer in the right amounts. This is called precision agriculture, and here 10 ways Farming First supporters are putting it to good use. Read More
AI App Helps Farmers Detect Fall Armyworm in India
Farmers in India uploaded images of crops with fall armyworm infestations to smartphone app Agrio, and the algorithms quickly identified the pest. Read More
Unleashing Innovation For East Africa’s Millennial Farmers
Awino Nyamolo from TechnoServe tells Farming First about how to harness the power of young people for Africa's food future. Read More