Bridging gaps in fertilizer and soil health policies for a world in crisis

28 September 2023. Bridging gaps in fertilizer and soil health policies for a world in crisis

The Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) covered a crucial webinar in partnership with the Alliance for Commodity Trade in Eastern and Southern Africa (ACTESA), a specialized agency operating under the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), and the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy Research, Capacity, and Influence (PRCI).

The recording were put online 14/12/2023

The webinar explored the impact of global crises, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, on the fertilizer industry in Africa. This exploration is essential for understanding the challenges facing the continent’s agricultural sector. It examined the opportunities and obstacles in enhancing agricultural productivity in Africa, identifying key areas for intervention to unlock its agricultural potential. Additionally, the event explored a spectrum of solutions, spanning the immediate, medium-term, and long-term, to address food systems and transformation in Africa. These proposed solutions are intended to serve as guiding principles for policymakers and stakeholders in their endeavors to foster sustainable agricultural development in Africa.