Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egyptian researcher Ayther Amr combines IoT-enabled precision agriculture with eco-friendly Trichoderma fungi to combat crop disease sustainably. Successful greenhouse and field trials in Egypt pave the way for expansion across Africa and Asia.
Morocco and Hong Kong’s Jungnong Group have launched a $22 million joint venture to modernize agriculture through water-efficient technologies and soil rehabilitation. The project includes training in precision farming and supports Morocco’s Green Generation strategy to create a climate-resilient farming model that can be expanded regionally.
Egypt-based agritech startup Viridia Tech has been awarded the $100,000 grand prize at the 2024 Mega Green Accelerator in Saudi Arabia for its data analytics platform that enhances sustainable farming practices. The competition showcased innovative solutions to food security, clean energy, and the circular economy across the MENA region.