Category: food insecurity
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Beyond the Slide Decks: Inside dmtr’s First Workshop for Food System Startups
By Mary Mwema, Dion McDougal, Adam Steinberg, Siphosami Nyembe, Arian Ataie Across Africa and Asia, brilliant young innovators are building grassroots solutions to end hunger in their communities—tackling everything from post-harvest food waste to low farmer yields and fragile supply chains. Yet, operating in these complex contexts with limited resources can often feel deeply isolating.…
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Solar, Storage and Water: Transforming Food Systems Infrastructure Innovations
By Vincent Brion Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital marketplaces and farming software are not the only tools shaping the future of agriculture. The “invisible infrastructure” that complements these tools is a reality of the future of farming. Systems for reliable energy, cold storage, irrigation, water and decentralised power networks are integral to the development of efficient…
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From pilot to scale: What hunger-focused startups get wrong about adoption
Lessons from agri-food system failures and successes in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia There is no shortage of innovation in hunger-focused agri-food systems. Across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), South Asia, and South East Asia (SE Asia), startups are building tools that promise higher yields, better market access, improved nutrition and climate resilience. Yet, for…
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Why Post-Harvest Loss Is Still One of the Highest-Impact Problems Start-ups Can Solve
Author: Evelyn Miria Sani Introduction Post-harvest loss (PHL) remains one of the most persistent and solvable failures in the global food system. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, an estimated 13.3% of food is lost between harvest and retail each year. Broader assessments suggest that nearly 30% of global food…
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The Urgent Need for Innovation in Ending Global Hunger
The persistent issue of global food insecurity remains a challenge that demands urgent attention and multifaceted solutions. The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023 report sheds light on the pressing need for accelerated innovation and investment in technologies to address the complex challenges causing food insecurity. This report, compiled by the…
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Funding the Future of Food: How AgTech is Transforming Global Food Security
The global food system is facing unprecedented challenges. Climate change, population growth, and resource scarcity are placing immense pressure on agriculture, making innovation not just an advantage but a necessity. While advancements in technology offer a promising future for food production, the real challenge lies in ensuring these solutions are accessible, especially to the farmers…
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How Post-Harvest Innovation Can Revolutionize Food Systems: Insights from The Social AgTech Podcast
The latest episode of The Social AgTech Podcast dives deep into one of agriculture’s most pressing issues: post-harvest loss. Featuring William Lanier, CEO of NeverIdle Farms and Consulting Limited, the episode unpacks the systemic challenges contributing to food insecurity in sub-Saharan Africa and explores innovative solutions to transform agriculture. For startups, impact investors, and changemakers…
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Tackling Hunger in the Philippines: Challenges and Local Innovations
Understanding Food Insecurity in the Philippines The Philippines, a vibrant archipelago of over 110 million people, is no stranger to food insecurity. According to recent Food and Agricultual Organisation (FAO) statistics, close to 45% of the Filipino population experienced moderate or server food insecurity between 2021 and 2023, a staggering number that underscores the depth…
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Bridging the Gap: A Vision for Food Security in Sierra Leone
In Sierra Leone, a nation blessed with fertile lands and abundant water resources, the paradox of food insecurity looms large. Despite its agricultural potential, the country imports 80% of its food. This stark reality highlights the systemic challenges facing smallholder farmers, from limited access to technology and resources to socio-economic barriers that stifle progress. Yet,…
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Building Sustainable Food Security in Refugee Camps: The Story of Vijana Twaweza Club
In the face of adversity, there are often individuals who rise above to create impactful, lasting change. One such individual is Wa Luundo, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, who founded the Vijana Twaweza Club, a refugee-led initiative focused on improving food security in the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya. His journey, which…
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