Sudanese groundnut from farm to consumer
TRACEABILITY
The food industry is solely becoming a consumer-driven industry with rising demands for safe food. Traceability is the ability to follow the movement of food through specified stages of production, processing, and distribution. Africorp prioritize giving its consumers a pleasant experience and that through setting a careful strong traceability system...
MODERN CONCEPTS OF TILLAGE
the traditional tillage in which heavy plows are used along with the degradation of the soil can lead to soil loss and the formation of a solid layer below the superficial layer of the soil, and that decreases soil permeability while increases its susceptibility to erosion and then deterioration. With...
GUM ARABIC CLEANING OPERATION
Africorp relies on the natural and traditional methods to clean Gum Arabic, It’s done by women where manual sieve and cleaning bowls are the adapted tools. These women depend on their experience to determine the efficiency of the cleaning process, In addition they use a hammer to break down Gum...
MODREN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
Modern irrigation systems are many and varied, and the most important characteristic of these systems is the ability to rationalize water consumption. Modern irrigation has contributed to improving agricultural production. Keep reading to learn all about modern irrigation techniques and t systems. #water #wastewater #irrigation #agriculture #environment #Rotaryspray #Rainsensor #Smartirrigation...
RESYCLE AGRICULTURE WASTE
Agricultural residues are by-products within the agricultural production system that must be used to the maximum by converting them into organic fertilizers, fodder, human food, clean energy, or manufacturing them to achieve clean horizontal agriculture, protect the environment from pollution, improve agricultural products and provide employment opportunities in the agricultural...
TRACEABILITY FOR SAFETY FOOD
Africorp is adapted to principles of traceability upon which food safety can be easily achieved. The ISO defines traceability as" the ability to follow the movement of food through specified stages of production, processing, and distribution". The close tracking methods Africrop is adapted to enables it to recall products at...
ORGANIC FARMING
ACI's core principle is organic production, and since its foundation, it has been working non-stop towards raising both the community and small farmers' awareness about organic farming. By teaching small farmers in workshops all they need to know about the effect of organic production on the community, its importance, and...
Red Hibiscus Flower is an ideal crop for developing countries
Red Hibiscus Flower is an ideal crop for developing countries, as it's drought-tolerant and relatively easy to grow, but it's known that it's difficult to produce a consistently high-quality product, as hibiscus is labor-intensive and very sensitive to changes in the length of the day. Under the umbrella of modernizing...
Fertile soil is the secret behind productive agricultural lands
However, not all types of soil is suitable for growing agricultural crops. The ideal soil for cultivation depends on the amount of the 4 main elements present in it: water, air, organic components, and mineral component. Usually, sand concentrations are preferred to be between 0.05 -2 mm, silt between 0.002-0.05...
WE ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE BIODIVERSITY AND LOCAL DEVELOPMENT
there is a social responsibility and assurance of technology system to drive companies and smallholder farmers towards sustainable agricultural production and responsible supply chain. This collaboration has associated UEBT/UTZ certificate requirements with alliance certificate requirements to force companies to strengthen their commitments to society, economy, and environment as well as...
DREAM , WORK , EARN
Mostafa Mohamed, a farmer who is about 55 years old said: " this workshops helped us to better understand the agricultural cycle from pest control to increasing crop yield. We are glad that Africorp has financed us through "Good lenses" free of interest, and we are happy that with their...
The goodness in these seeds is immeasurable
they are magic seeds, put them right where you need and they will heal. Cassia Tora seeds are small with a smooth shiny surface, bold that is hard to top up their quality and affordability, their color ranges from green to dark brown and even yellow. They have a significant...
Henna is a plant of good luck and prosperity
looking around you will find henna in every aspect of life, this plant is indulged by women in decorative tattoos on Eid, weddings, and other special events, with some superstition believes attached to it. Henna is flowering shrubs (Lawsonia Intermis) that found mostly in tropical or hot and arid climates....
ORGANIC FARMING
Organic farming was a response to the environmental harm caused by the use of chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers in conventional agriculture. Organic farming techniques rely profoundly on natural breakdown of organic matter "feeding the soil to feed the plant". Test your soil and get your organic-farm ready. Your soil...
HIBISCUS…EASY TO GROW PLEASING TO SEE
It’s a flower that strives to please all of your senses, Red Hibiscus Flower is an ideal crop for developing countries, as it's drought-tolerant and relatively easy to grow, but it's known that it's difficult to produce a consistently high-quality product, as hibiscus is labor-intensive and very sensitive to changes...
Small but mighty
These wrinkly, round seeds, reminiscent of hazelnuts are an extremely beneficial food source. They are all packed full of nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are high in protein which makes them a sufficient meat replacement for vegans and vegetarians."Cicer Artietinum" has a different name in every culture: Chickpeas, Ceci...
TRADE FAIRLY, BENEFIT EQUALLY
For this community to thrive, Africorp's has managed to adapt new innovative trading concepts that are based on having a good relationship with the community. A great effort was spent to create direct bonds with the local farmers, producers, and consumers. Africorp's was able to develop these bonds by respecting...
GO NUTS OR GO HOME
Do you know anything about the cartoon character MR. Peanuts? Well, believe it or not, it was created by 13 years boy in a logo contest held by planters in 1916. #Peanuts is a sustainable plant, from roots to hulls, nothing go to waste. They are high in fats (44-56%),...
White, Red, black and mixed!
The "survivor crop", comes in different colors and can be used in million ways!White sesame has a delicate flavour andred seeds have a richer flavour and stronger aroma.Through the years people have gotten really creative using sesame seeds in their daily life in numerous forms.Cultivation of these tiny seeds has...
WITH SUCCESS EMPOWERED WOMEN BLOOM MORE
Over the past few decades women empowerment has been achieved on so many levels. As they play a major role in the community as well as shaping individuals, women empowerment ensures that women and girls have control over their lives and are able to contribute actively in social, political and...
Groundnut Project
For the rest of us, what we will eat and where we will get it is a weekly, if not daily, consideration. Endlessly circulating the grocery store or local farmers’ market for produce can get monotonous
Spanish groundnuts Project
Organic food consumption is rapidly increasing. The heightened interest in the global environment and a willingness to look
Groundnut products and services
The project looks to process and manufacture groundnuts for value addition. Among others below products will be sold both export and local markets
ACI aims to secure aflatoxin-free groundnut products for a healthier and nutrient meal for human beings and animals.