• Can hydroponics help ease Africa's food shortages?

  • Jul 25 2024
  • Length: 30 mins
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Can hydroponics help ease Africa's food shortages?

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  • Sub-Saharan Africa faces significant food security challenges, exacerbated by climate change and conflict.

    In this episode of Africa Science Focus, we explore the potential of hydroponic farming. This type of farming uses nutrient-rich solutions instead of soil—allowing for controlled and sustainable food production.

    Our reporter, Abdulkareem Mojeed, speaks to farmers and researchers who share their experiences and insights on harnessing hydroponics to improve crop yields.

    Adeniyi Olayanju, a Nigerian professor of sustainable agricultural mechanisation, says hydroponic farming can mitigate the effects of herder invasions.

    Earnest Larmie, a Ghanaian farmer, says the climate-smart method enables him to farm all year round, despite weather fluctuations.

    Nigerian farmer Modupe Olafusi explains how she uses fish water as compost for her hydroponic farming system.

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    This piece was produced by SciDev.Net’s Sub-Saharan Africa English desk.

    Do you have any comments, questions or feedback about our podcast episodes? Let us know at podcast@scidev.net
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