4 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE STARTING AN AGRIBUSINESS

4 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE STARTING AN AGRIBUSINESS   Starting an agribusiness is an action many Africans look forward to someday taking. They are largely motivated to go into the industry because their governments have decided to show a certain degree of support to farmers, or they know a person or two who are into agriculture. … Continue reading “4 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE STARTING AN AGRIBUSINESS”

ORGANIC FARMING: OBJECTIVES ,TYPES AND METHODS

ORGANIC FARMING: OBJECTIVES ,TYPES AND METHODS Organic farming is the method of crop and livestock production that involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, antibiotics and growth hormones. In other words, it is referred to as, low input farming and uses natural sources of nutrients such as compost, crop … Continue reading “ORGANIC FARMING: OBJECTIVES ,TYPES AND METHODS”

HOW ORGANIC FARMING BENEFITS THE ENVIRONMENT

HOW ORGANIC FARMING BENEFITS THE ENVIRONMENT Organic farming can be profitable, and organic food appeals to consumers as both a healthy and ethical choice. Beyond money and ethics, though, organic farming practices result in numerous environmental benefits. Let us discuss these benefits of organic farming. 1 . Reduced Exposure to Pesticides and Chemicals Pesticide and chemical use results in … Continue reading “HOW ORGANIC FARMING BENEFITS THE ENVIRONMENT”