African Horticultural Success Stories
| Organization | Self Help Africa |
| Title | Market Gardening in Burkina Baso |
| Abstract | Villagers in Dassui are so pleased with the market gardening project that they started in early 2009, that they already want to extend the project, and bring more of their neighbours into the scheme. 41 villagers are members of the ‘Wenden Kondo’ (‘God Will Provide) group, and have produced harvests of onions, cabbage, carrots, chilli, garlic and other vegetables from the plot, which is currently planted with rice and other grain for the rainy season. |
| Location | Africa- Burkina Faso |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | http://www.selfhelpafrica.org/selfhelp/main/NEWS-BF-dassui.htm |
| Organization | International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF Taiwan) |
| Title | The Horticultural Production Project in Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe |
| Abstract | Since the implementation of the vegetable production program in the S.T.P. in 1998, farmers have successfully established a vegetable production model to perpetuate year-round productions of different vegetable seeds. |
| Location | Africa- Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | http://www.globalhort.org/media/uploads/File/reference_docs/The%20Horticultural%20Production%20Project%20in%20Democratic%20Republic%20of%20Sao%20Tome%20and%20Principe.pdf |
| Organization | Coca-Cola /TechnoServe/Gates Foundation |
| Title | East Africa Report- Fruit Farming |
| Abstract | Agriculture is the backbone of the Kenyan economy, contributing 25% of GDP and providing a livelihood for over 70 % of the population. The industry is driven by small scale farmers, and among their biggest challenges is access to markets. As consumers become aware of healthier options, the fruit juice market has continued to blossom, seeing soft drink giants such as coca cola introduce their bands into the East African markets. |
| Location | Africa- East Africa |
| Crops | Fruit |
| Story | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gj_ELEcvIMA http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100120_africa_juice.html |
| Organization | Earthwatch Institute |
| Title | Sustainable Agriculture (Part 1-2) - African film about farming for the environment |
| Abstract | Farmer in the rift valley of Kenya, Africa who is doing small things on his farm to be environmentally friendly and to benefit his crops. Filmed in Swahili with English subtitles. |
| Location | Africa- Kenya |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | Pt. 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucdsju8FYKw Pt. 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMapNsmGuAo |
| Organization | TechnoServe |
| Title | The Fruits of Success in Kenya |
| Abstract | Two Kenyan entrepreneurs build a fresh fruits marketing organization to create jobs, income and opportunity for their community. |
| Location | Africa- Kenya |
| Crops | Bananas |
| Story | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLv6bVIbQWY |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | Mushrooms for Economic Empowerment in Malawi |
| Abstract | The Natural Resource College together with Total Land Care (TLC), a local NGO soon registered 300 farmers for training in mushroom production. The NRC virtually resurrected the mushroom industry in Malawi from the ashes left over by the Bunda College of Malawi. |
| Location | Africa- Malawi |
| Crops | Mushrooms |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/zambia/152-mushrooms-for-economic-empowerment-in-malawi |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Premiums for Peanut Farmers |
| Abstract | Malawi farmers export quality peanuts to the UK under the Fair Trade label |
| Location | Africa- Malawi |
| Crops | Peanuts |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/malawi/ss_mw_coop.html |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Innovations Help Tree Nurseries Thrive |
| Abstract | New crops (cashew nuts and citrus trees) and planting methods revitalize farms in Mozambique. |
| Location | Africa- Mozambique |
| Crops | Cashews/Citrus |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/mozambique/ss_mz_treenursery.html |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | Hibiscus adds Colour to Women’s Group |
| Abstract | ASNAPP-Senegal has joined forces with a number of women's groups, and has up-to-date produced and marketed over 50 tons of Hibiscus plants worth US$ 100 000 |
| Location | Africa- Senegal |
| Crops | Hibiscus |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/country-programs-mainmenu-46/senegal-mainmenu-64/53-hibiscus-adds-colour-to-womens-group |
| Organization | International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) |
| Title | Drip Irrigation Improves Africa Food Production |
| Abstract | Farmers across West Africa are improving food production with a low-cost, low-tech method of irrigation that uses gravity to deliver water right where plants need it. |
| Location | Africa- Senegal |
| Crops | Tomatoes /Watermelons /Eggplants |
| Story | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQZxvYW3Ac0 |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | Honeybush Tea Plantations get Sweeter |
| Abstract | In a complete contrast to previous sales of wild-harvested Honeybush, Ericaville sold 10 tonnes of Honeybush tea for close to R 25 000. This money has been ploughed back into the land, and the initial five hectares has grown to 15 hectares! And, with buyers already lining up, there is no doubt that the prospects of this Honeybush plantation are only going to get sweeter. . |
| Location | Africa- South Africa |
| Crops | Honeybush |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/country-programs-mainmenu-46/south-africa-mainmenu-63/56-honeybush-tea-plantations-get-sweeter |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | Tshwaraganang Hydroponic: From Zero to Hero in Greenhouse Production |
| Abstract | The Tshwaraganang hydroponics project has turned the corner of yet another significant milestone in its quest to create sustainable prosperity for its shareholders. Having achieved almost its entire business plan targets, it came as no surprise when in February 2010, the project recorded a cumulative sales income of R 1 million. |
| Location | Africa- South Africa |
| Crops | Cucumbers |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/country-programs-mainmenu-46/south-africa-mainmenu-63/183-tshwaraganang-hydroponics-from-zero-to-hero-in-greenhouse-production- |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Pineapples and Mangoes Head to Europe |
| Abstract | The resolution of intellectual property rights judgment opened new export channels for South Africans. |
| Location | Africa- South Africa |
| Crops | Mangoes |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/southafrica/ss_sa_fruit.html |
| Organization | Rijk Zwaan of Netherlands/East West Seed of Thailand |
| Title | Arusha Vies To Become Largest Tropical Vegetable Seeds Producer |
| Abstract | Two global leading vegetable seed companies--Rijk Zwaan of Netherlands and East West Seed of Thailand are behind the--joint venture firm, 'Afrisem', which could go down in history as one of the largest and ambitious tropical vegetable seed breeding projects in East Africa. |
| Location | Africa- Tanzania |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | http://allafrica.com/stories/200911050866.html |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Tanzanian Horticulture Exports Take off |
| Abstract | USAID assisted TAHA to establish a grower-owned freight consolidation firm, TAHA Fresh Handling, Ltd. (TFHL). USAID also provided an investment guarantee fund for TFHL to cover potential volume shortfalls in the early stages of the program. This has been critical to provide growers and their customers a chance to transition to the new cargo service. USAID TAP assisted TAHA to strengthen the association, increase membership by over 500 percent and increase Tanzanian exports. |
| Location | Africa- Tanzania |
| Crops | Fruit/Vegetables |
| Story | http://www.globalhort.org/media/uploads/File/news/SUCCESS%20STORY%20USAID-TAP.pdf |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Sweet Potatoes Take Center Stage |
| Abstract | Tanzanians learn that the orange=fleshed sweet potatoes are drought resistant, nutritions, and highly marketable. |
| Location | Africa- Tanzania |
| Crops | Sweet Potatoes |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/tanzania/ss_tz_potato.html |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Vanilla is Uganda’s Green Gold |
| Abstract | Training and assistance leads to large boost in vanilla production. |
| Location | Africa- Uganda |
| Crops | Vanilla |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/uganda/ss_uganda_vanilla.html |
| Organization | The World Vegetable Center (AVRDC) / International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) |
| Title | In drought-prone sahel, scientists roll out innovative system for producing vegetables |
| Abstract | Referred to as the African Market Garden, the new system will be implemented with about 7,000 small-scale farmers at 100 locations in Niger, Benin, Burkina Faso and Senegal, with the aim of extending the success of 3,000 gardens already established in countries of the Sahel during recent years. |
| Location | Africa- West Africa |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/08/100831201422.htm |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | Developments at ASNAPP Zambia |
| Abstract | More Money for Farmers! Leveraging its market linkage capabilities, ASNAPP has secured a $400,000 market for farmers involved in the production of birds eye chillies (BEC) in Zambia. Under this contract farmers will supply 200mt of BEC in 2008 to a reputable buyer in South Africa. The order is expected to increase depending on the execution of this initial order. ASNAPP will provide technical assistance to the farmers along the entire supply chain. |
| Location | Africa- Zambia |
| Crops | Birds Eye Chillies/Moringa |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/zambia/61-developments-at-asnapp-zambia |
| Organization | Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAP) |
| Title | One million dollars of income, and still counting... |
| Abstract | Farmers benefiting from the ASNAPP vegetable production project in the Livingstone area of Zambia have made their first US $1 million income since the project started in 2006. The project involves several vulnerable community members, including orphans and widows and those receiving palliative care. |
| Location | Africa- Zambia |
| Crops | Tomatoes/Broccoli/Cauliflower/Spinach/Garlic /Cabbages |
| Story | http://www.asnapp.org/index.php/zambia/167-one-million-dollars-of-income-and-still-counting |
| Organization | United States Agency for International Development (USAID) |
| Title | Drip Irrigation Turns Gravel into Green. |
| Abstract | New irrigation system in Zimbabwe results in surplus vegetables. |
| Location | Africa- Zimbabwe |
| Crops | Vegetables |
| Story | http://www.usaid.gov/stories/zimbabwe/ss_zimbabwe_dripirrigation.html |