USAID Stop-Work Order and Its Impact on SATG’s Agricultural Initiatives
The USAID Stop-Work Order has disrupted key agricultural initiatives in Somalia, including SATG’s involvement in the Inclusive Resilience in Somalia (IRiS) program. Despite significant progress in strengthening the agricultural sector, the halt to operations poses challenges. SATG remains committed to advancing sustainable development in Somalia’s agriculture and will continue to seek opportunities for growth and resilience.
Aragsan: A Game-Changing Mung Bean Variety for Somali Farmers
We are delighted to share a momentous development in the agricultural landscape of Somalia, particularly for farmers dedicated to the cultivation of Mung bean. In a collaborative effort between the Somali Agricultural Technology Group (SATG) and its affiliated...
From Struggle to Success: Fadumo’s Remarkable Story in Mareerey Village
Mareerey is a small rural village with a population of over 800 families from marginalized communities. It is located 7 kilometers south of Afgoye city (South West State of Somalia) and 36 kilometers southwest of Mogadishu, Somalia. The village is renowned for its...
Seed Success Story – Wadani Agro Cooperative, Afgoi
Wadani Agro Cooperative stands as a testament to the transformative power of strategic support and training provided by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Over the years, Wadani Cooperative has diligently honed the technical support offered by SATG...
Siman Hybrid: Revolutionizing Maize Farming for Prosperity in Somalia
Siman, the ground-breaking hybrid maize introduced by Filsan Seed Company, stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in agriculture. Born out of a fruitful partnership with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and...
Harvesting Hope: SATG’s Seed Project Triumph in Somalia
We are thrilled to share the completion of a transformative project aimed at producing quality seeds for major crops using out-growers/cooperatives management scheme. This project encapsulates the commendable efforts, challenges faced, and strides made during the...
The Impact of Village-Based Advisors: Unlocking Rural Development Potential
Variously designated as Village Enterprise Advisors or Proxy Sales Force or even as Village wealth Advisors these youth are supposed to provide the last mile link between various input providers and extension and research agencies. Depending on the brief these youth...
Enhancing Agricultural Resilience through Improving Farmer Access to Quality Seed of Improved Varieties
This report was written to explore ways in which agricultural resilience in Somalia could be enhanced through improving farmer access to quality seed of superior varieties. Evidence from Somalia and elsewhere suggests that there are benefits to be gained from...
Promoting Access to Quality and Certified Somali Seeds
The Somali Agriculture Technical Group (SATG) is actively involved in enhancing the agricultural sector in Somalia by promoting access to high-quality sowing seeds. To achieve this goal, SATG has fostered collaborative partnerships with various stakeholders engaged in...
Revolutionizing Somali Agriculture: Introducing the Siman Maize Hybrid for Increased Yields and Food Security
New maize hybrid called Siman was produced by Filsan Somalia, and it is the first hybrid ever produced in Somalia. Maize hybrid is a type of corn that is created by cross-breeding two different varieties of corn plants to create a new plant with desirable...
Somalia’s lessons for Africa on
accelerating agricultural growth
Faced with volatile past, Somali’s agricultural sector is now reaping the benefits of partnerships that have promoted
research hence restoring farmers hope in farming once again.
3 Game Changers of Somalia Agriculture Sector
Dr. Howard is an independent consultant on international development issues with a focus on agricultural development and youth employment. She serves as senior adviser for several organizations working on international development and food...
Testing BioEnsure
Testing BioEnsure Though BioEnsureTM, has shown promising results in other areas of the world, it has not yet been investigated in Somalia. In order to address these knowledge gaps, SATG/Filsan, in collaboration with researchers from the...
A New Innovative Approach to Protect Crops Against Drought, Temperature and Salt Stress
Drought stress Drought stress can be extremely damaging to crop production systems, and with global climate patterns changing, it is becoming an increasingly important food security issue. The horn of Africa is highly vulnerable to drought stress. Somalia, which...
Hydrological Drought of the Shabelle River and its Economic Impact to Lower Shabelle Farmers
Shabelle river SHABELLE RIVER and its Economic Impact to Lower Shabelle Farmers The Lower Shabelle region is located in south west state of Somalia. It is the most productive region in the country and has integrated economic resources that could feed most parts of...
Somali Staple Food Crops at Risk
Maize and sorghum are staple food crops for the subsistence farming community in Somalia. These crops are predominantly grown in rainfed areas and, to a lesser extent, on precarious irrigation systems. However, due to the frequent and recurrent droughts caused by the...
One-year with Somalia Agriculture Technical Group (SATG)
My name is Warsame Abdulaziz Mohamud. I have obtained a bachelor degree in Business Administration and Management from Plasma University in Somalia. For the past one-year I have spent doing a work experience internship at the Somali Agriculture technical group (SATG)...
Drought is Hitting Hard Again in Most Parts of Somalia
Shabelle River, Afgoi - December 2017 It is the third continuous year that drought has hit Somalia. The rains for the 2017 Deyr season were lower than normal years. At ABIC, Afgoi, the rainfall recorded was only 105mm and is significantly lower than the long-term...
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