– Russia'sinvasion of Ukraine has intensified the risk of regional food insecurity – Many MENA countries source a significant share ofcerealimports from the region – In the GCC, government initiatives are seeking to bolster food self-sufficiency – North African agri-tech start-ups work to boostproductivity Nations in the MENA region have been intensifying…
– Global food prices have risen to 10-year highs, according to the UN – Despite increased production, the cereal stocks-to-use ratio is decreasing – Emerging markets are among the most vulnerabletosupply chain disruptions and shortages – Many see boosting local capacity and innovation as the solution Despite an increase in crop production and international trade following…
En Français The African continent accounts for around 6% of global sugar output, half of which is concentrated in COMESA countries – a figure that is set to expand to 8% by 2029. While local production takes place on a relatively small scale, countries in the region are among the world's largest net exporters. Looking ahead, the industry's continued development will be supported by the Africa…
In English Le Maroc s’emploie actuellement à accroître la visibilité de son agriculture biologique au sein du royaume comme à l’étranger dans un contexte de demande en hausse, le développement du secteur étant en outre perçu par les responsables politiques comme un bon moyen de doper la valeur ajoutée agricole. En décembre dernier, une conférence tenue à Rabat et organisée…
En Français For many countries across Africa, agriculture remains one of the most important sectors of the economy. Agriculture accounts for 14% of total GDP in sub-Saharan Africa, and a majority of the continent’s population is employed in the sector. In addition, export crops such as coffee, tobacco, oranges, fruit and cotton are important sources of foreign exchange for…
En Français This Growth & Recovery Video highlights the important aspects of the recently launched Agriculture in Africa 2021: Focus Report, published in partnership with OCP Group. The video presents — with the use of graphical data — the region’s export potential, food security challenges and how the creation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and increasing…
