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Green Thumb: Organic inputs for quality strawberries

AgribusinessTV March 16, 2021 2538 No Comments

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To ensure the production of quality strawberries, it’s important to use organic inputs. in Burkina Faso, BIOPROTECT contributes to the development of sustainable agriculture by putting organic soil fertilization and plant protection products at the disposal of farmers.

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Discovery: History of strawberries in Burkina Faso

AgribusinessTV March 13, 2021 3119 No Comments

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How did strawberry farming start in Burkina Faso? Discover history in this video.

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Tips: Main strawberry pests and control methods

AgribusinessTV March 12, 2021 3607 No Comments

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Like other cultures, the strawberry is also attacked by pests and diseases in the field. Abdoul Razack BELEMGNEGRÉ, a strawberry producer in Burkina Faso, shares some tips for controlling strawberry pests.

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Try it at home: Strawberry Bavarian cream

AgribusinessTV March 11, 2021 1871 No Comments

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Strawberries are used a lot in desserts. In this video, discover the Strawberry Bavarian cream, a delicious recipe to try at home!

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Opinion: What development policy for strawberries in Burkina Faso?

AgribusinessTV March 10, 2021 2497 No Comments

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In Burkina Faso, the strawberry sector is a promising one, and needs to be regulated and supported by local authorities. In this video, the Regional Director of Agriculture (Centre) explains the the different policies being implemented.

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Burkina Faso: A student job transformed into a business

AgribusinessTV March 9, 2021 2152 No Comments

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Edwige OUÉDRAOGO is passionate about cooking. This passion led her to take up a part-time job with a caterer while she was a student in France. Upon her return in Burkina Faso, she created “YelkabéE Traiteur”, a caterering company specialised in creating dishes from seasonal fruits and vegetables. “

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Burkina Faso: A woman empowering others

AgribusinessTV March 8, 2021 2235 No Comments

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A woman leader, committed to the empowerment of women, Jeanne LOMPO is the founder of Faso Beautex, a company that has been producing and marketing the Faso Dan Fani since 1987. Through Faso Beautex, Jeanne created the “New Life” association, whereby she teaches weaving to young girls and women, which helps

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Did you know: Sowing strawberry seeds is not recommended

AgribusinessTV March 4, 2021 2245 No Comments

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In Burkina Faso, strawberry growers use the transplanting technique instead of seeds. Kadidia DORO-DAO, regional director of Agriculture (Centre), explains the process.

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Opinion: Collaborate to better sell strawberries

AgribusinessTV March 3, 2021 1322 1 Comment

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To obtain a better price for their strawberries, producers in Burkina Faso have organised themselves into a cooperative called the “Sougr Nooma Crop Producers Cooperative of Boulmiougou”. In this video, they tell us more about the functioning of the cooperative and its objectives.

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Burkina Faso: Organic strawberries “made in Burkina Faso”

AgribusinessTV March 2, 2021 2678 No Comments

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Abdoul Razack BELEMGNEGRÉ comes from a family that produces strawberries. After his studies, he started producing organic strawberries and improve his parents’ practices. In addition to marketing in Burkina Faso, he exports his strawberries to the sub-region. Razack’s ambition is to produce more in quantit

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Tips: Everything on rabbit farming

AgribusinessTV February 26, 2021 1174 No Comments

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Rabbits are fragile animals that need special attention. Youssouf TRAORÉ, a rabbit farmer, shares some tips to ensure a good production.

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Failure and me: Perseverance to continue the adventure

AgribusinessTV February 24, 2021 2042 No Comments

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Like many entrepreneurs, Oumou OUÉDRAOGO had to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the losses, she did not give up because she believed in what she was doing and learned to adapt to the situation.

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Burkina Faso: Natural cosmetics from the African soil

AgribusinessTV February 19, 2021 2672 No Comments

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A lawyer by profession, Laetitia Amandine KONSEIBO ventured into the production and sale of natural cosmetic products made from raw materials from Africa. Her ambition is to make her brand a reference in the field of natural cosmetics. To achieve this goal, in addition to her law degree, she is doing a diploma in the Read More

Burkina Faso: The Amazon of smoked chicken

AgribusinessTV February 16, 2021 2381 No Comments

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With a Master’s degree in Business Law, Oumou OUEDRAOGO had another vision for her career. After working as a lawyer and project coordinator for a few years, she decided to resign and become a food entrepreneur. Despite the challenges that she faced, Oumou armed herself with courage, grew her business and became

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Burkina Faso: Start small to master rabbit farming

AgribusinessTV February 12, 2021 2626 No Comments

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Entreprenruship is not always easy. Young entrepreneurs often face difficulties that they manage to overcome through perseverance and courage. Youssouf TRAORÉ, a rabbit farmer, describes the challenges he encountered during his entrepreneurial journey. “I had daily losses. I could come this morning and find that

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Tips: Why invest in the production of local poultry?

AgribusinessTV February 3, 2021 3644 No Comments

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Traditional small-scale poultry production systems in rural areas continue to play an important role in the development of the sector. This activity generates income, enabling producers to provide for their families. In this first episode of our series on tips for the production of local poultry, we meet poultry farmer

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Burkina Faso: A man without limits

AgribusinessTV January 29, 2021 2384 No Comments

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Since the age of seven, Niekiema SAWADOGO lives with a disability. Over time, he became a victim of social exclusion and this made his life difficult. To face this challenge and to be less dependent on others, he decided to work as a shoemaker and market gardener. Today, his agricultural activity enables him to cater Read More

Documentary: Animal Welfare

AgribusinessTV January 27, 2021 2372 No Comments

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During the month of November 2020, Agribusiness TV has addressed the theme of animal welfare. Often considered as a multi-dimensional and complex theme, animal welfare is not always on the top of the agenda. Through this documentary, we summarise the different facets of the theme.

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Discovery: Natural behaviour of animals and their welfare

AgribusinessTV November 28, 2020 2616 No Comments

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To ensure the animal’s well-being, it is important to be able to observe its natural behaviour. This behaviour describes whether the animal is healthy or not. Dr. Gisèle PARE-OUEDRAOGO, veterinarian and Director of Veterinary Public Health and Legislation, describes the procedure to follow so as not to hinder th

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Opinion: Animal welfare according to the Bible

AgribusinessTV November 27, 2020 2092 No Comments

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According to Pastor Emmanuel KIEMTORE, founder of “Eglise Evangélique Grace Academie”, there are several examples from the Bible, showing that animals have rights. “When God created animals, the Bible said God blessed them,” says Pastor KIEMTORE.

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