

Growing Pineapples in Zambia – a Good Business
Pineapple farming in Zambia has evolved from a traditional practice to a lucrative opportunity for smallholder farmers. With its tropical climate and fertile soil, Zambia
Pineapple farming in Zambia has evolved from a traditional practice to a lucrative opportunity for smallholder farmers. With its tropical climate and fertile soil, Zambia
An unfortunate consequence of rising fuel and fertiliser prices is that the budget for food in poorer households is slashed, resulting in less dietary diversity.
The Bambara groundnut is an underutilised African legume. Scientifically known as Vigna subterranean, it is a highly nutritious legume cultivated for centuries. With its origins
Creating Equality and Empowering Women in Agriculture: Join the Female Farmers & Entrepreneurs Competition To raise awareness about the challenges faced by women in agriculture
All About Drones 24 May 2023 President Hakainde Hichilema and Jayden Joubert Jayden Joubert The “Drone Zone” at AgriTech 2023 AG1.global continues to strive to
With the world’s population growing beyond 8 billion in November 2022, pressure on farmers to produce more and more food is increasing. It is not
The Story of Justina Opit In the face of challenges, some individuals possess the remarkable ability to transform adversity into opportunity. Justina Opit, a determined
Exploring the Benefits of Modern Goat Farming Practices Goat farming in Zambia and most of the world still follows traditional agricultural practices. Some countries are
The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock census of 2017 ascertained that Zambia had a goat population of 3,476,790. That amounts to almost 5 Zambian people
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) play a significant role in the development of Africa. These organisations operate independently of governments and are often focused on addressing specific
Chicken meat is Africa’s favourite protein source. It is one of the more economical sources of protein that can equal that of rabbit and turkey
Coughing is a common symptom among chickens. While it might seem harmless, coughing in chickens can indicate an underlying health problem. What are the causes
Modern agriculture is a place of dynamic innovation and change. Technology is transforming so many aspects of our lives. Wireless telecommunication connects every corner of
Maize is the most widespread staple crop grown in Zambia. It is a vital food source for smallholder and emerging farmers nationwide. When is the
Cutting grass with a tractor is common for many farmers, property owners and landscapers. Tractors are designed to quickly cover large land areas, making them
A trailer-mounted sprayer consists of a tank that holds the chemical solution, a pump that pressurises the solution and a spray boom that distributes the
Drone technology in all economic sectors is growing in leaps and bounds. The agricultural drone market is expected to expand internationally to $4.8 billion (USD)
The fundamental reason for spraying crops is to manage pests, diseases and weeds while promoting healthy crop growth and high yields. Spraying can help to
The debate raging at the moment is when will the electric motor replace the diesel or petrol engine in tractors. Electric farming implements and tractors
Growing fruit and nut trees in orchards is an essential agricultural practice for farmers to meet consumer demand. With the promotion of healthy lifestyles, fruit
The fascinating aspect of writing articles for farmers and agricultural communities is the many different opinions about almost everything. There are opposing and complimentary opinions
AG1.global is all about Agriculture. We are committed to bringing you news about all aspects of farming. We will feature more articles on the future
The no-till planter was invented in response to the growing concern about soil erosion and the need for more sustainable farming practices. Traditional farming methods
The development of tractors can be traced back to the early 19th century when steam-powered farm machinery was first invented. However, it was not until
AG1.global is all about agriculture. Our mission is twofold; to provide a one-stop, virtual experience for all those who already play a role on farms
Walking through the crop fields or groves, farmers often see buds, flowers or tiny fruit lying on the ground. In botany, a bud is an
There are so many myths surrounding snakes and their role in our environment. Every culture in the world depicts snakes in its folklore. Snakes are
Every smallholder in Zambia needs to raise chickens for its meat and eggs. Chicken meat is a good and inexpensive source of protein compared to
Injera sales are booming. This extremely popular traditional Ethiopian flatbread has an annual export market worth millions of dollars. The nostalgia of Ethiopians in the
AG1.global is dedicated to sharing the stories of entrepreneurs in agriculture. We relish the opportunity when entrepreneurs talk to us and share their inspirational journeys.
Unsurprisingly, with the human population exploding to 8 billion this year and the rampant materialism and consumerism of our modern era, an environmental day is
Pearl millet is a millet. The botanical name of the pearl millet plant is Pennisetum glaucum. It is not a true cereal, but an annual
The 14th of March is the annual environmental celebration of rivers. Zambia is one of the most water-rich countries in Africa. With over 3000 km
AG1.global has followed the progress of agriculture student Richard Kamau for some time. Richard has appeared in our articles on Youth the Future is Yours,
Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is widely farmed and consumed in Africa but is native to South America. It is also known as manioc or yucca and
World Wildlife Day is celebrated annually on March 3rd to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife and the threats it faces. This day is
Turmeric is a popular spice that is used in various cuisines worldwide. It is not only known for its culinary uses but also for its
The long drop toilet or pit latrine is considered a rural icon. They dot the horizon and fill the gaps in the village landscape. The
Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) is a viral disease that affects goats and sheep. It is caused by a morbillivirus, closely related to the virus
With the advent of sailing boats connecting far-flung lands, species of plants and trees indigenous to one area can now be found on different continents.
The summer season is in full swing, with reports of flooding and waterlogging throughout the sub-continent. We recently wrote about waterlogging, the importance of wetlands
Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables grown in gardens and farms worldwide. They are nutritious and versatile in cooking. However, tomato plants are
Horses have a long history of being an essential part of farming, as they were once the primary power source for ploughing fields, pulling carts
Southern Africa is presently under the grip of power cuts, load shedding, blackouts or whatever name you want to call it. Zimbabwe and Zambia have
Worm composting, also known as vermicomposting, is a process of composting organic waste using earthworms. The worms feed on the waste and excrete a nutrient-rich
Soil leaching is a process in which water and dissolved nutrients move downward through the soil, carrying valuable plant nutrients beyond the reach of plant
Ants are often viewed as pests in gardens and farms, but they play a crucial role in maintaining healthy crops. They help cultivate the soil,
Organic agricultural initiatives are firmly established in Southern Africa. Organic farming is becoming increasingly popular in Zambia as consumers demand healthier, more sustainable and locally
World Wetlands Day is celebrated annually on 2 February. Wetlands are essential for a variety of reasons. They are critical habitats for many species of
Southern Africa is entering the height of the summer months. It is also the time for good summer rains that farmers are so dependent on.
Alex Woodley is no stranger to the AG1.global family. In April 2022, Alex and his team from Fringilla Lodge built a 50m-by-50m rearing pen for
Visit any farming store and you will be confronted by rows of different fertiliser bags. Fertilisers can be described as any naturally or chemically derived
AG1.global has written about the Metaverse and has followed trends in artificial intelligence (AI) since then. The metaverse has the potential to transform a wide
Chickens are by far Africa’s favourite meat. Africans certainly know how to cook and prepare chicken. AG1.global recently hosted a recipe competition whereby 5 winners
Nothing is more frustrating for any farmer or gardener than seeing your hard work and valuable resources wasted when spotting a disease, bacterial infection or
With over 10,000 weather Apps available on your smartphone, is the time ripe to bury the personal weather station? A weather App can use a
There are still some pockets on the planet where the virus that causes COVID-19 still exist. China is experiencing a resurgence and another mutation seems
The nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is not native to Zambia or the African continent. Its roots are found in Mexico and Central America. They are known
Describing mange is difficult as it affects animals, humans and plants differently. It is a well-researched topic with plenty of advice from the medical and
Kelp products are not only found in health stores and wrapped around salmon and rice in a sushi meal, but it is also more often
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