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Introduction In the world of tomato cultivation, size doesn’t always matter. Meet Micro-Tom, the extraordinary miniature tomato cultivar that has been making waves in horticulture. In this blog post, we will explore…
Introduction In recent years, the African continent has witnessed significant growth in onion production and processing, positioning itself as a major player in the global market. Revenue in the onions market amounts…
Introduction In a move that holds significant promise for Nigeria’s economic growth and regional integration, the country is making a strategic decision to join the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Guided…
Introduction In today’s interconnected world, digital technologies play a pivotal role in facilitating international trade. Recognising this, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), in collaboration with the AfCFTA Secretariat launched the Africa Trade…
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Brief Introduction The coconut industry in Africa has been experiencing a remarkable resurgence in recent years, driven by increasing global demand for coconut products and the continent’s favourable agro-climatic conditions. This blog…
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Introduction The African Continental Free Trade Area (#AfCFTA) marks a significant milestone in Africa’s economic integration journey. With the aim of boosting intra-African trade and fostering economic growth, the AfCFTA paves the…
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Production Powerhouse Avocados have been dubbed “green gold” for good reasons. The creamy fruit is a rising superfood, in high demand around the world. Africa is one of the largest producers of…
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Product-specific rules of origin The product-specific rules of origin specify the minimum level of working or processing that must be done in an AfCFTA member country for a product to be considered…
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What is regional cumulation under AfCFTA? The concept of “cumulation” is an important provision supporting the emergence of regional value chains. Under the AfCFTA, cumulation provisions allow AfCFTA State Parties to share…
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Inspiration Over the week, during the Agribusiness Students Association of Ghana’s maiden annual ABSAG National Festival, 2023, which was held at the Sasakawa Centre on the University of Cape Coast campus, I…