Spreading charcoal that’s made from crop waste has improved soil quality and increased harvests on a pilot project with farming communities in south western Burkina Faso, a research project has found. The research was conducted as part of SustInAfrica, an innovative EU-funded Horizon2020 project that has brought together universities, farming … Read More
Read MoreHouseholds Combatting Climate Extremes
There has been a four-fold increase in the number of households in Burkina Faso who are coping with the effects of extreme weather conditions.
Read MoreImproved seeds help farmer cope with extreme droughts
In Burkina Faso, François Tarpaga is coping better with the recurring droughts hitting the country thanks to improved seeds and new farming techniques.
Read MoreBuilding resilience in Burkina Faso
A joint programme between Gorta-Self Help Africa and Welthungerhilfe is working to improve food knowledge and address chronic malnutrition in Burkina Faso.
Read More