Diversifying food sources and developing underused, nutrient-rich crops could help combat malnutrition and enhance food ...

Underground seed banks in South Africa that date back over 130 years have been found to contain fynbos seeds that are alive. These seed banks are natural storage areas in the soil where certain plants ...

Africa's leading seed production and distribution company, Seed Co, recently celebrated its 85th anniversary, marking a milestone in its journey of growth, innovation, and commitment to improving ...

Camelthorn seed oil, extracted from seeds of camelthorn tree (native to Africa), is trending for its skin-nourishing benefits ...

Thousands of seeds from native African tree species and indigenous varieties of crops have been deposited in the cold, dry rock vaults of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in the permafrost of ...

The K-Ricebelt project, which uses domestic technology to resolve food shortages in Africa, has gained global notice for its ...

South Africa’s seed industry operates in a highly bifurcated manner. The formal seed sector, controlled largely by multinational corporations, caters to large-scale commercial farmers.

Bulilima is the most impoverished region of Zimbabwe, one of Africa’s poorest countries ... as the downpours would ensure that seeds germinate. It was a poor rainy season this year, however ...

UAE-based fintech enza has secured a $6.75 million seed equity round, co-led by Algebra Ventures and Quona Capital. Founded ...

Fynbos seeds in South Africa's underground seed banks, dating back over 130 years, remain viable and can germinate if the land is restored. These seed banks, found in the Cape Floristic Region ...

Karen Joan Esler receives funding from the Centre for Invasion Biology, the Water Research Commission and Anglo American (Anglo American Nature Positive Grant). Tony Rebelo received funding from ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: As part of its global commitment to sustainability, Kia Middle East and Africa is launching the ...