ROOTS 2025 Wet Season Rice Input Support Signing Ceremony
In a landmark achievement for Gambian agriculture, the ROOTS Project (Resilience of Organizations for Transformative Smallholder Agriculture) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with 35 new rice-growing communities during the…
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Historic Milestone for Gambian Agriculture
In a transformative step for Gambian agriculture, the ROOTS Project (Resilience of Organizations for Transformative Smallholder Agriculture) has signed a USD 14.96 million contract with Longjian Road and Bridge Co.…
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Boosting Market Access for ROOTS Beneficiaries: A Milestone in Agricultural Value Chains
The ROOTS Project continues to transform the agricultural landscape by empowering farmers and strengthening market linkages. Through the innovative NBR Agricultural Value Chain Integration Platform (AVIP), we’ve achieved yet another…
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Leveraging Technology for Agricultural Development in The Gambia
Technology plays a pivotal role in transforming the agricultural sector, enhancing productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Leveraging technology for agricultural development in The Gambia can address challenges such as low productivity,…
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Agroforestry Practices: A Sustainable Solution for Gambian Farmers
Agroforestry, the integration of trees with crops and livestock, offers a sustainable solution for Gambian farmers. This practice promotes biodiversity, improves soil health, and enhances farm productivity while mitigating the…
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Agricultural Policies in The Gambia: Past, Present, and Future
Agriculture is the backbone of The Gambia’s economy, providing livelihoods for a significant portion of the population. The evolution of agricultural policies in The Gambia reflects the country’s efforts to…
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ROOTS Project Awards D99.6 Million in Matching Grants to Farmer Organizations!
On Friday, 14th March 2025, the ROOTS Project, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Security, held an award ceremony for the distribution of D99.6 million in matching grants…
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Youth Engagement in Gambia’s Agricultural Sector: Challenges and Solutions
Agriculture has long been the backbone of The Gambia’s economy, providing livelihoods for a significant portion of the population. However, the sector faces numerous challenges, including an aging farmer population…
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The Future of Sustainable Agriculture in The Gambia: Innovations, Opportunities and Growth
Agriculture in The Gambia has been a cornerstone of the country’s economy for generations. Farmers across the region have relied on subsistence farming techniques, traditional irrigation methods, and local knowledge…
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