Joseph O Akahome (OJ) is a writer, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Literature from the University of Benin. He is an avid agriculturist, with a bias for poultry and an insatiable appetite for chicken wings. When he is neither reading nor researching, he likes to spend recreational time playing board games, or swimming in serene forested lakes.
Sheep prices in Australia have fallen by 75%, forcing some farmers to give away their animals for free. Industry experts are calling for government support to help farmers cope with the low prices.
Nigeria's hidden agrifood costs were $105.13 billion in 2020, representing 0.8% of global hidden costs and the FAO called for a more sustainable food system.
Republicans are pushing to extend subsidies for cotton, rice, and peanuts, while Democrats want to maintain or increase funding for food aid and farm conservation programs.
AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina projects Africa's food and agricultural industry to reach $1 trillion by 2030, driven by the continent's Feed Africa strategy.
