Africa Daily - Can new seeds help farmers beat climate change?

Can new seeds help farmers beat climate change?

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Climate change is causing more and more extreme weather.
And farmers across the continent are facing the consequences.
Frequent droughts and floods are ruining their crops.
But could scientists have the answer?
They’ve helped develop new varieties of grains that are more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Will these be enough to save farmers and feed the continent?
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Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja)
Guest: Dr Rebbie Harawa and David Tiroto.

Published on Wednesday, 6th October 2021.

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