Innovation and Development in Agricultural and Food Systems

October 31, 2024

In the evolving agricultural landscape, innovation is essential for enhancing food systems and improving livelihoods, particularly for farmers in Africa. With UPSCALE, the consortium works hard on promoting sustainable agricultural practices and technological advancements, equipping farmers with the tools necessary… Continue Reading…

Push-Pull in practice

Push-Pull Curriculum for Farmer Field Schools: Empowering African Farmers

October 31, 2024

Inspired by the “Push-pull Curriculum for Farmer Field Schools” and published by the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), this blog dives into a transformative approach in agriculture that not only addresses current challenges but also uplifts communities… Continue Reading…

Pest/disease control • Push-Pull in practice

Bioactive Volatiles – Natural Allies in the Battle Against Fall Armyworm

July 31, 2024

Plant volatiles are the secondary metabolites that plants release into the air. Almost one-fifth of the atmospheric CO2 fixed by land plants is released back into the air each day as volatiles. They are protection against biotic and abiotic stresses… Continue Reading…

Push-Pull in practice

The Effect of Brachiaria Rows on Stemborer Damage on Sorghum

July 24, 2024

Sorghum is mostly known as the world’s fifth-most important cereal crop after rice, wheat, maize, and barley. It is one of the main staple foods for many farmers in Africa, in particular the smallholder farmers. It’s a plant-based protein, high… Continue Reading…

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Push-pull Technology and Fodder Production

December 25, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture, farmers are constantly seeking innovative and efficient methods to enhance crop yield and livestock nutrition. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just starting, understanding the importance of fodder and its conservation in modern farming… Continue Reading…

News • Push-Pull in practice

Sustainable Intensification of Push-Pull System with Vegetables

December 7, 2023

Food demand in the world is increasing and by 2050, the global population will reach nearly 10 billion people which will cause food demand to increase by 56%, according to Global Citizen. Along with this, food producers are facing major… Continue Reading…

Push-Pull in practice

Feed Desmodium For More Milk And Money – Growing and Harvesting Desmodium for Dairy Success

November 23, 2023

In the competitive landscape of dairy farming, maximizing yields while minimizing costs is the key to success. The Ministry of Agriculture in Kenya created a leaflet for farmers with a strategic approach to cultivating Desmodium and Napier for increased milk… Continue Reading…

News • Push-Pull in practice

Farmers’ guide on planting a Push-pull field using desmodium vines

November 22, 2023

Stemborers and striga weeds are major problems in maize production. Many farmers want to plant their maize fields under Push-Pull technology to control stemborers and striga weeds. But in many areas desmodium seed can be hard to obtain or some… Continue Reading…

Farming practice • Pest/disease control • Push-Pull in practice

Control fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) using the Push-Pull Technology (PPT)

August 9, 2023

In 2016, Africa was invaded by a new threat to crop production called fall armyworm. It is a highly destructive moth that inflicts damage to a variety of crops and is most devastating to cereals such as maize and sorghum…. Continue Reading…

Farming practice • Multiactor communitites of practice • Pest/disease control • Push-Pull in practice

Integrated pest Management that increases crop and livestock production

July 18, 2023

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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Innovation and Development in Agricultural and Food Systems

Push-Pull Curriculum for Farmer Field Schools: Empowering African Farmers

Bioactive Volatiles – Natural Allies in the Battle Against Fall Armyworm

The Effect of Brachiaria Rows on Stemborer Damage on Sorghum

Push-pull Technology and Fodder Production

Sustainable Intensification of Push-Pull System with Vegetables

Feed Desmodium For More Milk And Money – Growing and Harvesting Desmodium for Dairy Success

Farmers’ guide on planting a Push-pull field using desmodium vines

Control fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) using the Push-Pull Technology (PPT)

Integrated pest Management that increases crop and livestock production

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