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AFRICAN HORTICULTURAL SUCCESS STORIES
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 | 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 | 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 | 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 |
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