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Small and marginal farmers around the world face a complex web of intersecting challenges, from severe food insecurity and climate-driven environmental risks to systemic structural disadvantages. Historically, agricultural extension—the application of scientific research and new knowledge to agricultural practices—has played a central role in supporting these communities. Over time, these advisory approaches have evolved, shifting […]

The last few decades have witnessed a profound evolution in crop systems management. The industry is rapidly moving away from traditional, purely production-based agronomy toward a highly integrated approach designed to address the complex challenges of contemporary agriculture. Today, modern crop management must balance agronomic, ecological, environmental, social, and economic factors, leveraging new technologies to […]

As traditional agricultural sectors face increasing climate and economic pressures, alternative farming practices are emerging as vital lifelines across West Africa. Snail farming, in particular, is rapidly gaining traction as a resilient, low-emission strategy to boost local economies, generate employment, and increase animal protein production. However, transforming this grassroots activity into a structured, highly productive […]