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1st KALRO Socio-Economics and Policy Development (SEPD) event

June 16, 2025

Conference Theme: “Building Resilient Agri-food Systems through Socio-economic and Policy Research” The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) announces the First Socio-Economics and Policy Development (SEPD) Conference. Research in KALRO SEPD sheds light on trends and drivers of change… Continue Reading…

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How Training and Personal Drive Are Transforming Small-Scale Farming in East Africa

April 10, 2025

In Trans-Nzoia East Sub-County, Kenya, small-scale farming is the heartbeat of the local economy. Yet in recent years, one powerful idea has started to reshape these farms—and it goes beyond just growing crops. It’s about growing agripreneurs. But what exactly… Continue Reading…

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“If Only Given a Chance” – How Push-Pull Technology is Transforming the Lives of Disabled Farmers

March 25, 2025

In rural Sub-Saharan Africa, farming is more than a job—it’s a way of life and a means of survival. But for many, especially those living with disabilities, traditional farming methods are physically demanding, inaccessible, and often socially exclusive. That’s where… Continue Reading…

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Harnessing Napier Grass to Protect Maize from Stemborers

January 6, 2025

Stemborers remain a persistent threat to cereal crops like maize, sorghum, and millet across many regions of Africa. If left unchecked, these pests—particularly the African maize stemborer (Busseola fusca) and the spotted stemborer (Chilo partellus)—can lead to major yield losses…. Continue Reading…

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Understanding the Dynamics of Push-Pull Technology Adoption in Western Kenya

January 6, 2025

In Western Kenya, where agriculture is the backbone of livelihoods, smallholder farmers face ongoing challenges from pests like Fall armyworm and Striga weed, which threaten crop yields and food security. In order to solve these challenges, the UPSCALE project has… Continue Reading…

The 17th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) “Farming a Sustainable Bioeconomy“

December 17, 2024

The Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) is an international conference on central issues of vital importance for global agricultural and food policies. The 17th edition of the conference will take place from the 15-18 January 2025, in Berlin… Continue Reading…

Agroecological Transition of Food Systems in Africa

December 16, 2024

SAVE THE DATE – Agroecological Transition of Food Systems in Africa, 6 May 2025, Brussels, Belgium

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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…

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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…

IFDC symposium “Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security”

September 13, 2024

The upcoming symposium from IFDC, themed “Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security,” is on November 4 at KIT Institute in Amsterdam, Netherlands. IFDC is an independent non-profit organization that combines innovative research, market systems development, and… Continue Reading…

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UPSCALE @upscale_h2020 ·

30 Jun

Can PPT Help Farmers Adapt to Climate Change?

Yes! It helps with climate adaptation:
Desmodium enriches the soil and suppresses weeds.
The PPT improves soil moisture retention.
Trap crops provide livestock fodder, diversifying farm benefits and income.

https://upscale-hub.eu/

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UPSCALE @upscale_h2020 ·

19 Jun

🌽 Our coordinator, Emily Poppenborg, joined the panel discussion during the event on the agroecological transition of food systems in Africa. The event focused on agroecological innovation and sustainable farming pathways for Africa. 🌿

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1st KALRO Socio-Economics and Policy Development (SEPD) event

How Training and Personal Drive Are Transforming Small-Scale Farming in East Africa

“If Only Given a Chance” – How Push-Pull Technology is Transforming the Lives of Disabled Farmers

Harnessing Napier Grass to Protect Maize from Stemborers

Understanding the Dynamics of Push-Pull Technology Adoption in Western Kenya

The 17th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) “Farming a Sustainable Bioeconomy“

Agroecological Transition of Food Systems in Africa

Innovation and Development in Agricultural and Food Systems

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

IFDC symposium “Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security”

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