Challenge for an equal world Women continue to shape the world and undeniably play a crucial role in the agriculture sector. But while there have been positive changes, more needs to be done so that women across agricultural value chains are economically empowered and have equal access to the right resources. This is part of a wider global call today on International Women’s Day to “Break the Bias” and help
Solar drying revolution: Vanuatu cacao, kava farmers explore solar drying technology Solar drying is becoming a popular method for agricultural producers globally to improve efficiency and product quality. For farmers and exporters in Vanuatu, adopting this innovative technology can ensure consistent supply of high-quality produce that meets export market requirements. The Pacific Agricultural Market Access Plus (PHAMA Plus) Program is supporting the Vanuatu Primary Producers Authority (VPPA) and its members
When African Swine Fever (ASF) arrived in Papua New Guinea in March 2020, Dr Nime Kapo was tasked to provide technical advice to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer in NAQIA. As a well-qualified and respected veterinarian in PNG, his role involved helping develop and implement an appropriate response strategy amidst the country’s unique pig husbandry practices. This included the notably high cultural value of the pig commodity, and
Workshop explores organic certification for Pacific farmers, associations Organic farmers and producers of agricultural products in the Cook Islands, Kiribati and Niue met virtually on Friday 3 December 2021, to raise awareness and improve understanding on the principles, benefits and processes of organic certification. Over 50 participants from the three countries were part of an online workshop to share their experiences and lessons learned from participating in organic certification, and
High value mission: Promoting PNG coconut oil to the world High value coconut products – including virgin coconut oil and its derivatives – are a growing segment in Papua New Guinea’s coconut sector. With only 16 producers in the country, the output remains low, but demand is rising. One of these businesses is Milne Bay Organics which started producing high value coconut products in 2018 and sources raw materials from
