The National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) has confirmed the effectiveness of Natural Clean Bio Fertilizer following initial field trials conducted on maize and tomatoes during both the dry and rainy farming seasons in The Gambia. The trials were carried out at NARI’s research fields at the request of Bussk Group Africa, an advocacy group promoting…
A young and vibrant political figure, Sulayman Waan, leader of the Change Front, has promised to introduce two robust economic transformation models if elected as The Gambia’s president in the 2026 presidential elections. Mr Waan, a journalist-cum-politician, was speaking at a press conference on Thursday, 23 October 2025, at YMCA along MDI road in Kanifing….
The Gambia Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending Project (GAMIRSALEP) under the Central Project Coordinating Unit (CPCU) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security convened a four-day Training of Trainers workshop for the demand side (borrowers) at a local Hotel. Held to raise awareness about the project’s activities, the training also sought…
In government’s efforts to ensure equitable development across the country, particularly in agriculture, Lower River Region (LRR) has been among beneficiary communities that were once deprived but now have been receiving constant support by the Barrow’s administration. By continuing this ongoing effort, The Deputy Chief of Staff at the Office of the President Mr. Alieu…
Agriculture, the backbone of many developing economies, remains a vital driver of food security, employment and rural livelihoods in The Gambia. In a major boost to the sector, the European Union has signed a €20 million ($21.6 million) financing deal with the Gambian government to modernise farming and strengthen climate resilience. The 1.7 billion dalasi…
President Adama Barrow on Saturday handed over 60 tractors to Gambian farmers as part of a joint financing scheme involving the Government of The Gambia, farming communities, and Yonna Agribusiness, a subsidiary of the Yonna Group. The farm equipment include 60 tractors, with a capacity of 75 horsepower, 18 disc harrows, 10 tipping trailers, various…
In a bid to improve access to climate finance and strengthen resilience in the agricultural sector, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is hosting a three-day capacity-building workshop in Dakar, Senegal, from July 29 to 31. The workshop brings together government experts, regional stakeholders, and organizations to enhance their ability to access international…
Young leaders from across West Africa are stepping up to reshape agriculture and food systems, championing resilience, inclusion, and climate-smart practices at a high-level regional convening held in Banjul recently. However, the two-day West Africa Regional Youth Convening, themed “Feeding the Future: Youth-Led Solutions for Resilient and Inclusive Food Systems”, brought together over 60 youth…
President Adama Barrow today launched three transformative agricultural projects in The Gambia in recognition of agriculture being the backbone of the nation’s economy and key to ending poverty and hunger. The projects are the REWARD-Gambia Programme, the P2-P2RS Sahel Resilience Initiative, and the Gambia Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending Establishment Project, GAMIRSAL. Held…
Ahead of this year’s farming season with rainfall to soon commence intensely, Master Farmers’ Cooperative Association (MaFCA), a union of dedicated farmers in The Gambia, has acquired three Massey Faguson tractors and a Mercedes Benz mini truck for their farming activities. The farmers’ association acquired the tractors on credit provided by the Social Development Fund…
