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Brewing a better future for PNG women in coffee: PNG WICA joins IWCA as local chapter

Add Your Heading Text Here The PNG Women in Coffee Association (WICA) is stepping into the international scene as Papua New Guinea’s national chapter for the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA). PNG WICA today signed a memorandum of understanding with IWCA to formalise the chapter, establishing a collaborative partnership for the empowerment of its more than 6,000 members who are coffee growers and women in coffee businesses including co-operatives. It’s

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Lami Kava launches Domestic Violence and Workplace Policy on #IWD22

Lami Kava launches Domestic Violence and Workplace Policy on #IWD22 Lami Kava, one of Fiji’s leading kava exporters, broke new ground today with the launch of its policy on domestic violence to build a more respectful and supportive workplace. It’s a significant move for the company and for Fiji as more employers are addressing domestic violence, which affects two out of three women in the country. The company’s Managing Director,

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Challenge for an equal world

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

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Solar drying revolution: Vanuatu cacao, kava farmers explore solar drying technology

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

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Kapo’s determination: Building resilience to African Swine Fever

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

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