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SUMMARY:5th AFRICAN ORGANIC CONFERENCE  KIGALI\, RWANDA
DESCRIPTION:Theme:\n\n\nStrengthening Resilient and Sustainable Food Systems in Africa through Organic Agriculture\n\nThe African Organic Network (AfrONet)\, an umbrella body of organic agriculture actors in Africa representing the National and Regional Organic Agriculture Movements (NOAMs/ROAMs) is organizing the 5th African Organic Conference (AOC) in Kigali\, Rwanda for four (4) days from December 12 – 15\, 2023 in collaboration with the organic agriculture actors in Africa\, the African Union Commission and other strategic organizations outside Africa. The event shall be concluded with the General Assembly of the Network. \nThe AOC is held every 3 years. The 4th AOC was held in November 2018 at Sally\, Senegal. The 3rd AOC was held in Lagos\, Nigeria in October 2015. The 2nd AOC was in Lusaka\, Zambia in May 2012 while the 1st AOC was held in Kampala\, Uganda in 2009. The 5th AOC (5AOC) which was scheduled to be held in Marrakesh\, Morocco in November 2021\, could not be convened due to circumstances beyond our control. Enforcing the resolution of the 4th AOC\, the Board of AfrONet gave Rwanda Organic Agriculture Movement (ROAM)\, as a run-up to FIMABio of Morocco to host the 5th AOC. At an Extraordinary virtual General Assembly of AfrONet members in March 2023\, the 5th AOC was rescheduled to hold in Kigali\, Rwanda from 12 – 15 December 2023. Rwanda Organic Agriculture Movement is hosting the event in Rwanda on behalf of AfrONet in both physical and virtual modes. \nFor more details visit the conference website here:  https://www.africanorganicconference.net/ \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/5th-african-organic-conference-kigali-rwanda/
LOCATION:Kigali\, Rwanda\, Kigali\, Rwanda
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Nutrition and Food Security,Organic Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Food Systems part of the climate solution: AgroEcology at scale - European Union Side events for COP 28.
DESCRIPTION:Happening Now at the European Union Side events for COP 28.\n\n\nDr. David Amudavi\, Executive Director at Biovision Africa Trust\, is set to be a speaker at the 2023 European Union Side events for COP 28. \nJoin us as he delves into the crucial theme “Food Systems part of the climate solution: Agroecology at Scale.” \n🌱 Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion! \nSecure your spot now by registering via the link below and be part of the conversation shaping sustainable change. \nRegistration link! \nhttps://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/programme?session=1842429&i=pqCBsMMji1vEMwzy9EXmxJ-SrEdUo8p9 \n  \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/food-systems-part-of-the-climate-solution-agroecology-at-scale-european-union-side-events-for-cop-28/
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Nutrition and Food Security,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
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SUMMARY:INVITATION TO A RAPID ASSESSMENT STUDY ON THE CONTRIBUTION OF AGROECOLOGY ON NUTRITION AND FOOD SECURITY IN AFRICA USING SYSTEMS THINKING AND MODELLING
DESCRIPTION:As one of the key Agroecology stakeholders in Kenya\, we are inviting you to a one day Agroecology workshop next week on Tuesday 18th July 2023\, starting 8.30am at the ICIPE Campus\, Bee health board room. \nThe aim of the workshop is to exchange ideas and perspectives on agroecology (AE) and its adoption and to engage you in a phase of participatory modeling. \nThe workshop has been designed in two main parts: \n\nUndertake discussions on practice of agroecology and its contribution to food nutrition and security\nBuild a concept model for agroecology adaptation for policy influence\n\nThe workshop is part of an  Eastern Africa project that has been awarded to BvAT by the US Department of State at the Africa Union ( USAU) for a period of 1 year. The purpose of this project is to implement activities that will document comprehensive evidence on the contribution of agroecology to nutrition and food security. \nIt is expected that the project will build foundations for engagement with policy makers and influence decisions on investments and mainstreaming of agroecology in the Eastern Africa region. Additionally\, the project will help build a critical mass (multistakeholder) for sustaining results achieved through the project. \nThis workshop will therefore form the main data generation process through mental modelling to provide a causal loop diagram (CLD) on factors that affect Agroecology adoption and its contribution to nutrition and food security. \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/invitation-to-a-rapid-assessment-study-on-the-contribution-of-agroecology-on-nutrition-and-food-security-in-africa-using-systems-thinking-and-modelling/
LOCATION:ICIPE Campus\, Bee health board room.\, Kasarani QVHW+6MJ\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Nutrition and Food Security
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230325
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
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SUMMARY:1ST EASTERN AFRICA AGROECOLOGY CONFERENCE (EAAC)
DESCRIPTION:THE 2023  EASTERN AFRICA AGROECOLOGY CONFERENCE (EAAC)\nThe Conference Organizing Committee (COC) of the 1st Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference to be held from 21st to 24th March 2023 in Nairobi\, Kenya\, wishes to invite individuals\, organizations and networks to this great conference to register for participation. \nThis conference aims to invoke consciousness and motivate regional and continental communities to dialogue how to invest in interventions which can ameliorate the negative impacts of the current unsustainable food systems by transitioning towards more environmentally friendly solutions with long-term vision and planning. \nThe conference will be held in Nairobi\, Kenya\, at Safari Park Hotel from 21st – 24th March 2023 and will include exhibitions\, plenary and breakout sessions as well as field excursions to agroecological enterprises. The conference will be a hybrid event comprising in-person attendance and livestreaming for online participants \nConference Title: 1st Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference: Transforming Food Systems for Responsible Production\, Consumption and Social wellbeing.\nConference Theme: Strengthening Resilience and Sustainability in Food Systems for Environmental and Socioeconomic Development. \nShared Vision: Access to sufficient and healthy food for all\, produced in a way that respects the environment and provides fair income to producers. \nPurpose of the conference: Contributing to the sustainable transformation of food systems towards responsible production\, consumption\, and markets in Eastern Africa\, from farm to plate. \nConference sub-themes \n\nProduction\, productivity\, scaling up and sustainability of farming systems based on environmentally friendly technologies and methodologies\nBest practices towards food security\, nutrition\, consumption\, and health: Soil health and farmer managed seed systems\nWomen and Youth in agroecology\nEcological organic trade\, markets\, and economy\nInstitutional and policy drivers for agroecology transformations\nFinancing agroecological transformations.\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\nEmbraced overall food systems transformation agenda in Eastern Africa in line with agroecological principles and practices.\nConnected and strengthened ecosystem of organizations and initiatives working towards food systems transformation based on agroecology\nAdvanced strategies and joint initiatives on key levers for food systems transformation (knowledge generation & dissemination\, policy reform\, market systems development\, investments – amongst others).\nEnhanced support and implementation of agroecology-oriented policies from government institutions and other key stakeholders in the region.\n\nExpected Inputs \n\nKey challenges occasioned by rapid changes in agriculture and their impact on people\, crops and the environment\, and possible mitigation measures identified.\nAwareness about the potential of agroecology for sustainable production\, consumption and contribution to green economy created.\nSuccessful examples and initiatives that show agroecology works showcased and amplified.\nOpportunities for strengthening agroecology agenda and practice identified and action plans created\nConference report\, conference resolutions\, policy brief (or conference journal). Key elements of the conference declaration will be developed in advance and backed up during the conference.\n\nDate and Venue  \nThe conference will be held in Nairobi\, Kenya\, at Safari Park Hotel from 21st – 24th March 2023 and will include exhibitions\, plenary and breakout sessions as well as field excursions to agroecological enterprises. \nThe conference will be a hybrid event comprising in-person attendance and livestreaming for online participants \nTarget Groups \nThe Conference will bring together over 500 participants (300 physical\, 200 virtual) and 50 exhibitors from various countries who have a strong interest in the growth and development of agroecology. Specifically\, the participants will include: \n\nPolicy makers and governments\, representatives from various related line Ministries (agriculture\, health\, environment\, water\, etc.) at national and regional levels\nOrganizations and initiatives working towards food systems transformation.\nFarmers and Farmer Organizations\nCivil Society Organizations including consumer associations\nPrivate sector\nStrategic partners and donor agencies\nAcademia and research institutions\nLocal\, national\, regional and international media\n\nCALL FOR ABSTRACT FOR PAPERS\, POSTERS AND EXHIBITIONS\nThe Conference Organizing Committee (COC) of the 1st Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference to be held from 21st – 24th March 2023 invites calls for abstracts for papers\, posters and exhibitions from interested researchers and practitioners. \nTypes of Abstracts for papers\, posters and exhibitions \nThe conference will be hybrid to provide an opportunity for researchers and academia to present their work and for farmers\, practitioners and policymakers to share their experiences and/or advocate for certain interventions and pathways. The conference will therefore accept abstracts and posters within the following categories: \n\nTraditional academic/research abstracts\,\nPractitioners’ views and experiences\nPolicy briefs.\nCreative arts (spoken word\, animations\, music\, graffiti\, dance\, paintings etc.)\nExhibitions and side events\n\nAbstract submissions should be structured as follows: \n❖ For Papers and Posters \n\nIntroduction\nSignificance (of the research or issue)\nMethodology/approach (used to gather the data or information)\nResults (key findings or experiences)\nConclusion (final verdict and recommendations)\nAbstracts: Number of words: 500\, Font: Times New Roman\, Size:12\, spacing 1.5\nFull Papers: Number of words: 7000-8000\, Font: Times New Roman\, Size:12\, spacing 1.5\n\n❖ For Exhibitions and Side Events \n\nAny individual or organization interested in participating in the conference through exhibition or side event must submit a proposal including detailed description of the proposed exhibition or side event\, including an explanation of how its thematic focus relates to the conference theme “Strengthening Resilience and Sustainability in Food Systems for Environmental and Socioeconomic Development”\, and the six sub-themes of the conference.\nKindly attach detailed description of the exhibition or side event\, including all organizing partners\, elements of the exhibition/side event\, dimensions and the thematic focus.\n\nSubmission deadline: \n\nSending out a call for abstracts: 1st December 2022\nDeadline for abstract submission: 30th January 2023\nCommunication to accepted abstracts and call for full papers: 6th February 2023\nReceipt of full revised abstract: 9th February 2023\nReceipt of full papers: 23rd February 2023\nReview of full papers/presentations: 10th March 2023\nCorrections and submissions: 17th March 2023\nPublication of final conference program: 15th February 2023\nPublication of conference abstracts: 28th February 2023\n\nFor more information on submission for coalls for abstract for papers\, posters and exhibitions visit the conference website https://ea-agroecologyconference.org/ \nCONFERENCE REGISTRATION \nThe Conference Organizing Committee (COC) of the 1st Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference to be held from 21st to 24th March 2023 in Nairobi\, Kenya\, wishes to invite individuals\, organizations and networks to this great conference to register for participation. \nCONFERENCE FEES \n\n\n\nDelegate type\nAmount (US Dollars\nEarly Bird Prices(US Dollars)\n\n\nParticipants attending physical conference\n$200\n$150\n\n\nParticipants attending virtually \n$150\n\n\n\nStudents \n$100\n\n\n\nFarmers\n$100\n\n\n\nExhibitions\n$500\n\n\n\n\nNote: The deadline for registration is 17th March 2023  and the early bird price  for Normal delegates ends on 30st Jan 2023. Hurry before time runs out!. \nFor more information on registration fees and how to register\, visit the conference website www.ea-agroecologyconference.org/  or send us an email to info@ea-agroecologyconference.org \nFor more details get the Printable version(pdf) here \n\nConcept Note of the Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference\nCall for Abstract for papers\, posters and exhibitions\nEastern Africa Agroecology Conference Registration\n\nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/1st-eastern-africa-agroecology-conference-eaac/
LOCATION:Safari Park Hotel &Casino\, QVFM+H6 Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20221026T203343Z
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SUMMARY:BVAT Hosts The Agricultural Committee Of The German Parliament
DESCRIPTION:Biovision Africa Trust is delighted to host the Agricultural Committee of the German Parliament. The event will be held on Friday 28th October 2022 at Biovision Africa Trust Offices starting from 9.00am EAT. \nThe Activities for the event include \n\nExhibitions for core programs\,\nNetworking Session\,\nPress conference and\,\nExecutive Director Presentation to delegation.\n\nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/bvat-hosts-the-agricultural-committee-of-the-german-parliament/
LOCATION:Biovision Africa Trust Offices -Icipe Kenya\, icipe\, Duduville Campus\, Kasarani\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Knowledge Hub,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220623T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20220524T112749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T112749Z
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SUMMARY:“The interface between agroecology and territorial approaches for food systems transformation”.
DESCRIPTION:Agroecology and its principles are increasingly recognized as a promising pathway for providing sustainable solutions to the issues of food security and nutrition\, the fight against poverty and social inequalities\, the adaptation to climate change\, the preservation of biodiversity and natural resources\, and the fight against zoonotic diseases. Simultaneously\, approaches that put territories at the center of development also gained attention for the implementation of the UN Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development. \nThis first session of the Agroecology Dialogue Series will explore the interface between territorial approaches and agroecology\, and look at how this interface can contribute to sustainable food systems transformation. Further\, it will analyze the pathways needed for public policies\, research initiatives\, investment mechanisms\, and advocacy to support agroecological transitions at territorial scales.\nMore details and agenda will follow soon. \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/the-interface-between-agroecology-and-territorial-approaches-for-food-systems-transformation/
LOCATION:Hybrid Event
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Knowledge Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
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SUMMARY:Biovision Africa Trust's EOA Initiative team of Dr. David Amudavi\, Alex Mutungi and Venancia Wambua are attending the Launch of the 3rd CAADP BR Critical analysis event.
DESCRIPTION:The Objectives of the launch of the Critical Analysis  \nThe objective of the meeting is to launch the critical analysis of the 3rd BR process. More specifically\, during the 2 half-days\, the meeting will aim to: \n\nBuild a common understanding of the Critical Analysis\, its objectives and the process envisaged.\nReview expectations and commitment of BR Task Force Technical Working Group members to continue supporting the BR process.\nProvide an opportunity for each Technical Working Group\, AUC\, AUDA\, RECS\, NSA’s to discuss issues pertinent to the Critical Analysis including:\n\nTWG group composition.\nInitial reflections on challenges with assigned indicators.\nA preliminary analysis of what needs to be done.\nResources requirements.\n\n\nDiscuss any progress on communications and advocacy of the 3rd BR so far.\n\nExpected Outputs \nThe expected outputs of this meeting will be as follows: \n\nThe objectives and process of the Critical analysis understood by all.\nAll the BR Technical Working Groups (TWGs) properly constituted with clear work plans for the Critical Analysis.\nAn initial discussion on data and process issues raised by stakeholders.\nThe critical analysis of the 3rd BR process launched.\n\nDate and Venue  \nThe meeting will be virtual and is expected to last 2 days (3-4 hours per day)\, on the 26th and 27th May 2022 \nParticipants  \nThe meeting will bring together AUC\, AUDA-NEPAD\, RECs\, AK2063\, FAO\, IFPRI\, AGRA\, BR Task Force leaders\, Technical Working Group leaders and members\, experts and stakeholders. Biovision Africa Trust is part of Ending Hunger Technical Working Group \nThe launch was officially opened by Godfrey Bahiigwa – Director\, AUC-DARBE \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/biovision-africa-eoa-initiative-team-of-dr-david-amudavi-alex-mutungi-and-venancia-wambua-is-attending-the-launch-of-the-3rd-caadp-br-critical-analysis-event/
LOCATION:Virtual through Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Knowledge Hub,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220420T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
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SUMMARY:E-discussion: The co-creation\, sharing and dissemination of local innovations for healthy soils in Africa
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Family Farming & Agroecology Discussions Community of Practice (CoP)! \nThe objective of this group is to establish synergies\, connect existing organizations and networks and encourage proactive multi-stakeholder exchanges to enhance the community of practicioners on family farming and agroecology by co-creating and sharing knowledge through focused thematic discussions. \nEach discussion will be held around a theme chosen by the co-organizers for 4 weeks. The discussions is based on a brief paper introducing the theme\, providing general background and highlighting key questions to be considered to build a shared understanding on goals of the discussion. \nMain objectives of the Family Farming & Agroecology Community of Practice Discussions: – Facilitate open access online discussions on family farming and agroecology; – Provide a “purpose-driven” multi-stakeholder space to discuss specific theme and exchange knowledge on relevant topics for family farmers and agroecology practitioners; – Establish proactive synergies and collaborations among stakeholders and existing networks of practitioners from all levels working for the promotion of family farming and agroecology in Africa; – Increase awareness and enhance knowledge-sharing on family farming and agroecology. \nE-DISCUSSION ON THE CO-CREATION\, SHARING AND DISSEMINATION OF LOCAL INNOVATIONS FOR HEALTHY SOILS IN AFRICA 20TH APRIL – 20TH MAY 2022 \nThe FAO Family Farming & Agroecology Community of Practice in Africa is implementing a discussion on ‘The co-creation\, sharing and dissemination of local innovations for healthy soils in Africa’\, co-organized by key actors working for the promotion of family farming and agroecology in different regions and on different scales in Africa. \nThe discussion will be open from the 20th of April to the 20th of May. A background paper available in the library explains the theme of the discussion and highlights key questions to be considered. \nParticipants wishing to contribute to the discussion will post via email their contributions at familyfarmingandagroecologydiscussions@dgroups.org. \nTo join the community and see all contributions online\, please register and log in at https://dgroups.org/fao/familyfarming/agroecologydiscussions. \nThe initiative is co-organized by Access Agriculture\, Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA)\, Biovision Africa Trust (BvAT)\, FAO Family Farming Knowledge Platform\, FAO Agroecology Knowledge Hub\, Pan-African Farmers Organization (PAFO)\, World Rural Forum. \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/e-discussion-the-co-creation-sharing-and-dissemination-of-local-innovations-for-healthy-soils-in-africa/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Knowledge Hub,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220419T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20220414T093338Z
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SUMMARY:Scaling up Agroecology Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Since its launch in 2018\, the Scaling up Agroecology Initiative seeks to mobilize dialogue\, cooperation and investment within and beyond the United Nations (UN) system\, to bring agroecology to scale and achieve multiple sustainable development goals through sustainable agriculture and food systems. Different UN Agencies are progressively supporting agroecology across their respective mandates in partnership with governments and key actors across the food system. \nThree years into the implementation of the Initiative (2019-2021)\, this webinar aims at sharing initial achievements\, success stories and collective understanding of the enabling environment that takes agroecology forward on the ground\, in different contexts and at different levels. The event is jointly organized by the UN advisory mechanism of the initiative\, composed by FAO\, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)\, World Food Programme (WFP)\, Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)\, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)\, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)\, and World Health Organization (WHO). \nInterpretation in English\, French\, Spanish\, Russian\, Arabic and Chinese will be provided. \nCheck out the programme and register here or follow via webcast. \nLearn more \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/scaling-up-agroecology-initiative/
LOCATION:Virtual through Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220406T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220406T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20220317T094551Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s think about... plant protection - Expert dialogue on plant protection
DESCRIPTION:Globally\, agriculture is at the same time vulnerable to and a major driver of climate change and associated loss of biodiversity. In 2021\, the UN Food Systems Summit and the UN Climate Change Conference COP26 underlined the importance of sustainable food systems and the necessity of profound transformation. In Germany\, the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) provides additional impetus in early 2022. Therefore\, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) convenes a series of expert dialogues on The Future of Sustainable Agriculture to discuss the building blocks of globally sustainable agriculture with experts from science\, policy\, civil society and private sector. The event on plant protection is the second dialogue in this series. \nPlant protection is indispensable for any agricultural activity and a key issue on the way to food security. Changing climatic conditions and global trade have raised the pressure on crop health\, which is likely to increase in the future. While agricultural intensification\, including the use of pesticides\, has allowed for growing yields over the past decades\, environmental degradation and loss of biodiversity have been the price to pay. At the same time\, the use of pesticides has shown to cause negative health effects on farmers and farm workers as well as consumers. Through strategies such as the Farm-to-Fork Strategy\, which is at the heart of the European Green Deal\, the EU has embarked on a process to transform the agriculture and food sector in order to have a neutral or positive environmental impact\, reverse loss of biodiversity and ensure that everyone has access to sufficient\, safe\, nutritious food. So\, how can we ensure human health and food security within the planetary boundaries and as well contribute to the Agenda 2030 (SDG 2\, SDG 3\, SDG 15)? \nWhile many experts would agree that agricultural production systems need to become more sustainable and less reliant on pesticides\, there has been a controversial debate on the appropriate approach. Some argue that responsible use of pesticides in an integrated pest management system is a viable way forward. Others opt for organic production and again others propose an agroecological transition\, with or without the help of biotechnology. However\, given the urgency and scale of the necessary transformations\, we cannot afford business as usual. Different viewpoints need to be understood\, priorities to be set\, and pragmatic action pathways developed. \nTo this end\, in this event we will look at current challenges and opportunities\, draw inspiration from practical experience and identify priorities towards a sustainable approach to plant protection. \nFind attached the Draft Agenda for the Event \nPlant Protection Dialogue Agenda \n  \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/lets-think-about-plant-protection-expert-dialogue-on-plant-protection/
LOCATION:Berlin\, Studio Berlin\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Agroecology
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20220310T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20220310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20220310T134141Z
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SUMMARY:Launch of the CAADP 3rd Biennial Review Report
DESCRIPTION:Background and Context \nThe 3rd Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Biennial Review (BR) Report was endorsed by the assembly of African Heads of State and Government during 35th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union Heads of State and Government in February 2022. The BR is the primary mutual accountability mechanism that the African Union and its Member States use to track the implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development programme (CAADP) borne from the Malabo Declaration and the t Biennial Review Report is a fundamental instrument that shows outcomes of different agricultural efforts and interventions on the continent\, to enable countries track\, measure and report progress achieved against agreed result areas. \nIn the 3rd BR cycle\, 51 countries (out of 55) reported performance across 46 indicators. The report is particularly significant as it is being released after two of the most difficult years for African agriculture: since early 2020\, the COVID-19 pandemic has ravaged health systems\, depressed agricultural production\, and disrupted market systems. Smallholder producers and SMEs\, most of them run by women and youth\, bore the brunt of COVID. But even before COVID\, the fall armyworm infestation (between 2018 and 2019) was a serious concern\, and a persistent desert locust outbreak from 2019 saw crops and pasture destroyed. In addition\, African countries continued to deal with the vagaries of climate change with growing frequency of extreme weather events signaling the need for more aggressive mitigation and climate-related adaptions. Against this backdrop the 3rd BR report\, titled “Accelerating CAADP Implementation for a Resilient\nAfrican Food System” will be an important basis for dialogue and action on agricultural development in Africa. \nThe Report is timely as it comes mid-way through the implementation of the Malabo commitments and goals to be achieved by 2025. It also comes shortly after the yearlong UNFSS process that focused attention on food systems in 2021. The objective of the BR report is to stimulate post-BR dialogues and action processes\, that show performance of African countries towards achieving the Malabo Goals and facilitate dialogue\, learning band action within countries and RECS. \nThe launch of the 3rd BR report is in line with efforts aimed at increasing awareness and advocacy among all stakeholder and to build momentum behind the CAADP Agenda for increased political\, policy and financial commitment. The specific objectives are: \n\nTo advocate for the increased utilization of the BR report for dialogue\, to trigger action at country level and spur policy and investment responses designed to speed up the attainment of the Malabo Declaration goals and commitments.\nTo generate calls to action by capturing a broad range of emerging issues on political & policy options that can strengthen BR processes.\n\nFind Attached the Concept note and The Launch Agenda \nAgenda – Launch of the 3rd CAADP BR Report \nConcept Note – Launch of the 3rd CAADP Biennial Review Report Launch \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/launch-of-the-caadp-3-rd-biennial-review-report/
LOCATION:Virtual through Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Organic Agriculture,Secretariat Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
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SUMMARY:ORGANIC BUSINESS WORKSHOP: EXPLORING PARTNERSHIPS FOR NEW ORGANIC BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
DESCRIPTION:The Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN) together with its partners invites you to the third Organic Industry Business Event on Thursday\, 24th March (9.00am) at The Sportsview Hotel Kasarani\n(behind ICIPE Complex). As you may know\, the Organic industry is the fastest growing subsector in agriculture globally\, trading billions of dollars’ worth of products annually. This global trend is gaining pace in Kenya with people seeking healthy food amidst the Covid19 pandemic and food safety lapses in local food supply. A growing middleclass is fast becoming selective with food and export markets are becoming\nincreasingly critical on sustainability\, carbon emissions and pesticide residues. \nThe Kenya Organic Agriculture Network has been an industry leader making meaningful business linkages within the organic space. KOAN has assisted notable companies with strategic and much needed advisory\nand farmer linkage services that have led to millions of dollars’ worth of trade both locally and for export to date. In a bid to rapidly expand the organic space\, KOAN has partnered up with the Kenya Agriculture\nand Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)\, the Research Institute for Organic Agriculture (FiBL)\, Africrops Limited\, the Organic Agriculture Centre of Kenya (OACK) among other organizations to foster\norganic market development by focusing on both the domestic and export market. \nThe Organic Business Workshop is an invite only event to present identified and explored organic business opportunities for the local and export market\, focusing on organic products originating from Murang’a\nCounty. There will be opportunity to discuss and integrate new partners into the identified pathways within three main Strategic Business Groups; I. Organic Vegetables and Fruits for Local Market\, II. Organic\nHerbs and Spices and lastly III. Organic Fruits for Export. \nWe are looking forward to your engagement and participation in the workshop\, as it is the next phase of exploring joint organic business opportunities identified. Meanwhile\, please take the time to register on the\nprovided link\,\nhttps://forms.gle/2sqJyUFU3MYELiWNA \nThis will allow us to plan adequately and make sure all COVID19 preventive measures are put in place. As well also acknowledge this letter by getting in touch with the undersigned and Martin Njoroge Kimani –\nmartin@koan.co.ke (+254 725 295 437 ) who will also answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your time. \n  \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/organic-business-workshop-exploring-partnerships-for-new-organic-business-opportunities/
LOCATION:Sportsview Hotel\, Kasarani\, Kenya\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20220216T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20220216T090000
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20220216T072439Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Fertility Radio Talk show
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to MBCI FM from 8AM-9AM\nhttps://mbcimedia.com \nCatch Anthony Majanga\, Multiplier from Baraka Agriculture College and Grace Misoi\, Master Trainer of the KCOA-KHEA Project as they discuss on Soil Fertility \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/soil-fertility-radio-talk-show/
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Knowledge Hub,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211127
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20210920T092007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T081813Z
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SUMMARY:6th West African Organic Conference Burkina Faso 2021
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URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/6th-west-african-organic-conference-burkina-faso-2021/
LOCATION:Ouaga 2000′ International Conference Center\, Burkina Faso\, Burkina Faso
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210725
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20210723T070050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T071942Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Meeting on Mainstreaming Ecological Organic Agriculture/agro ecology in NAIPs and RAIPS
DESCRIPTION:AUC and EOA-I Continental Secretariat (hosted by Biovision Africa Trust) to host a virtual meeting on Mainstreaming Ecological Organic Agriculture / agroecology in NAIPs and RAIPS on 24th July 2021. \nThis is in line with implementation of the Executive Council of the African Union decision on organic farming in 2011(EX.CL/631 (XVIII). This decision requested the AU Commission and NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency (now known as African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) to (i) initiate and provide guidance for an AU-led coalition of international partners on the establishment of an African organic farming platform based on available best practices; and to (ii) provide guidance in support of the development of sustainable organic farming systems and improve seed quality. In 2019\, the 3rd Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Agriculture\, Rural Development\, Water and Environment (ARDWE) urged African Union Member States to mainstream EOA into their national agricultural production systems and allocate adequate resources to the sector. \nThe overall purpose of this meeting is to brainstorm on the mainstreaming of EOA into NAIPS and RAIPs. \nThe specific objectives are: \n\nUpdate RECs on the implementation of the EOAI\nDiscuss the establishment of Regional EOA Steering Committees\nDiscuss strategies for mainstreaming EOA into NAIPS and RAIPs\nDiscuss strategies to strengthen EOA on the continent\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting will bring together various actors and strategic partners from AUC\, EAC\, ECOWAS\, GIZ\, Biovision\, SDC and EOA-I regional secretariats of eastern and west Africa. \nPlease find attached the documents (both in English and French) \n\n\n\n\n\nConcept Note and Agenda of Meeting with RECs on Agroecology – English Version\nConcept Note and Agenda of Meeting with RECs on Agroecology – French Version \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/virtual-meeting-on-mainstreaming-ecological-organic-agriculture-agro-ecology-in-naips-and-raips/
CATEGORIES:Agroecology,Organic Agriculture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210723
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20210721T062955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T093724Z
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SUMMARY:4th Egerton University National Forum for Agricultural Stakeholders
DESCRIPTION:Find attached the Programme for the forum: National Forum for Agricultural Stakeholders Programme \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/egerton-university-national-forum-for-agricultural-stakeholders/
CATEGORIES:Agroecology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201017
DTSTAMP:20260429T221642
CREATED:20201013T075325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T080122Z
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SUMMARY:Youth and Agroecology National Summit 2020
DESCRIPTION:AgriProFocus with support from IKEA Foundation is currently implementing the Youth in Agroecology and Business Learning Track in Africa (YALTA Initiative). The program aims to\nsupport young agripreneurs to apply agroecological principles and to co-create networks around them in view of contributing to the increased sustainability of food systems and youth employment.\nTo more about the YALTA program please Click HERE AgriProFocus together with its consortium of partners which consists of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO)\, Africa Agribusiness Academy (AAA)\, East Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF)\, Practical Action (PA)\, Netherlands Development Organisation (SNV) and Participatory Ecological Land Use Management Association (PELUM) are pleased to invite you to the 2020 National Youth and Agroecology Summit which will take place from 12th-16 October 2020. \nThe summit themed\, Integrating Agroecology in Youth Agricultural Enterprises to Grow\, Nourish\, and sustain\, will consist of four regional forums with the activities culminating to a national summit which will be held on 16th October to mark the World Food Day Celebrations. The summit and regional forums aim to create a platform for the youth to connect\, share and learn from all actors including agroecology practitioners\, agribusiness experts\, and policy makers.\nIt will be a pleasure to have you and we look forward to your active participation (both physical and online) in any of the following events;\n1. Regional Forum in South Rift/ North Central – 12th October 2020\n2. Regional Forum in Western/ Nyanza – 14th October 2020\n3. Regional Forum in Lower Eastern – 14th October 2020\n4. Regional Forum in Upper Eastern – 12th October 2020\n5. National Summit – 16th October 2020 \nSee attached an Invitation Letter \nRegister Here \nShare This
URL:https://biovisionafricatrust.org/event/youth-and-agroecology-national-summit-2020/
CATEGORIES:Agroecology
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