From Rice Paddies to an Industrial Economy: Lessons from China
There is a clear relationship between hard work and reward in rice farming. And more importantly, what made rice paddies remarkable in China was their size.
Côte d’Ivoire’s Quiet Agricultural Revolution
A soft light sweeps over a plantation in southern Côte d’Ivoire as a farmer tends to rows of rubber trees dripping with latex. Just ten years ago, this…
From Farms to Factories: Africa’s Agricultural Renaissance
Agriculture has always been the cornerstone of Africa’s economy, employing over 50% of the continent’s workforce. Yet, despite its importance, the sector contributes only 15% to Africa’s GDP.…
A Recipe for resilience: Climate, trade and food security in Nigeria.
Written By: Nathan Bako It is ironic that Nigeria continually battles the challenge of ensuring food security for its fast-growing population, despite being the largest importer of food…