Fears Grow in Burundi Over Looming Food Shortage

There are fears of a looming food shortage in Burundi after heavy rains damaged two successive harvests, say officials. How People Arrived Here: is there a food shortage in 2012

Mozambique May Begin Producing Ethanol From Cassava By March 2012

Mozambique may begin producing ethanol from cassava by March 2012 should investors live up to their schedule of operations in the country, state news agency AIM reported on Tuesday citing government officials.

THAILAND: Wasp Release to Tackle Cassava Killer

A group of international scientists is unleashing a swarm of wasps to thwart a pest decimating one of Thailand’s largest food exports. Experts see the wasps as the fastest and most enviromentally-friendly solution available. The July 17 th ceremonial...

The Secret Behind Neetu’s New-found Radiance

Neetu Chandra has been glowing of late. She’s lost around 10 kg of weight and is looking sexier than ever before. But do you know the secret behind her new diva-like looks? It’s the food.

$21 Million Sweet Potato Project Launched in Africa

In an effort to improve nutrition, incomes and food security, the International Potato Centre (CIP) has launched an Africa-wide project to exploit the untapped potential of sweet potato in eight African countries over a five-year period, a statement said...