Foresight and African agriculture: innovations and policy opportunities This review

This report reviews sustainable intensification cases in African agriculture, demonstrating how supportive conditions can lead to higher yields, environmental regeneration, and human development through active research, community participation, and progressive policies.

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The research method involved analyzing 40 case studies of sustainable intensification projects implemented in Africa during the 1990s and 2000s. These cases were selected to illustrate the processes and outcomes of initiatives over a wide area and across a number of farm systems to draw lessons on developing productive and sustainable agricultural systems.

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The report examines sustainable intensification in African agriculture, showcasing instances where supportive conditions have led to increased yields, income for farmers, and environmental benefits. It highlights the importance of research, community involvement, state support, policies, investment, and multi-stakeholder partnerships. The cases were part of the UK Government’s Foresight Programme, indicating agriculture's potential to address challenges like land degradation, climate change, poverty, and water scarcity. The initiatives covered various farming systems and demonstrated how to scale up successful agricultural practices across the African Union.

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