Agriculture news west africa

Here are some recent agriculture news from West Africa:

Nigeria

  1. Nigeria's agricultural sector grows by 3.5%: The Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that the country's agricultural sector grew by 3.5% in the first quarter of 2022, driven by an increase in crop production. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. FG launches N100bn agricultural mechanization scheme: The Federal Government has launched a N100 billion agricultural mechanization scheme to boost agricultural production and productivity in the country. (Source: Daily Trust)

Ghana

  1. Ghana's cocoa production increases by 12%: Ghana's cocoa production has increased by 12% in the 2021/2022 crop season, according to the Ghana Cocoa Board. (Source: Ghanaian Times)
  2. Government launches digital platform for farmers: The Ghanaian government has launched a digital platform to connect farmers with buyers and provide them with market information. (Source: Graphic Online)

Senegal

  1. Senegal's agricultural sector grows by 4.5%: Senegal's agricultural sector has grown by 4.5% in 2021, driven by an increase in crop production and livestock farming. (Source: Seneweb)
  2. Government launches agricultural insurance scheme: The Senegalese government has launched an agricultural insurance scheme to protect farmers against crop losses and other risks. (Source: West Africa Agricultural Productivity Program)

Côte d'Ivoire

  1. Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa production increases by 10%: Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa production has increased by 10% in the 2021/2022 crop season, according to the Ivorian Cocoa Council. (Source: Jeune Afrique)
  2. Government launches agricultural development program: The Ivorian government has launched an agricultural development program to improve agricultural productivity and reduce poverty in rural areas. (Source: Africanews)

Mali

  1. Mali's agricultural sector grows by 3.2%: Mali's agricultural sector has grown by 3.2% in 2021, driven by an increase in crop production and livestock farming. (Source: MaliWeb)
  2. Government launches agricultural mechanization program: The Malian government has launched an agricultural mechanization program to improve agricultural productivity and reduce labor costs. (Source: West Africa Agricultural Productivity Program)

Burkina Faso

  1. Burkina Faso's agricultural sector grows by 4.1%: Burkina Faso's agricultural sector has grown by 4.1% in 2021, driven by an increase in crop production and livestock farming. (Source: Burkina 24)
  2. Government launches agricultural insurance scheme: The Burkinabé government has launched an agricultural insurance scheme to protect farmers against crop losses and other risks. (Source: West Africa Agricultural Productivity Program)

These are just a few examples of recent agriculture news from West Africa. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest news and developments in the region, I recommend following reputable sources such as the African Development Bank, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and local news outlets.