Farming practiceMultiactor communitites of practicePest/disease controlPush-Pull in practice

Farmers in Gatsibo District, Nyagihanga sector, are embracing the numerous benefits of Push-Pull farming, an environmentally friendly approach that eliminates the need for chemical pesticides. Push-Pull technology not only offers significant environmental advantages but also brings substantial socio-economic benefits to… Continue Reading…

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Striga weeds

Striga or 'witchweeds' are parasitic weeds that affect cereal crops in many parts of Africa, reducing production from 30 to 100%, or complete loss of the crop. If maize plants are attacked by both stemborers and striga weed, the yield... Continue Reading…

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I am delighted that our new contribution on smallholder cereal production is now published in @ASD_INRAE. We reviewed the ancient milpa and the PPT and propose their combination to maximize benefits.
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'Fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda, is a serious invasive pest in Africa but “Push- Pull” companion cropping can substantially reduce infestation.'
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