FOOD SECURITY :THE ROAD MAP.

What is food security? In lay terms,it refers to accessibility, availability ,affordability of nutritious food in quantities required ,when needed. The issue of food security is a global challenge with different countries facing different constraints.


The African countries are worst-hit "with 30% of the population severely and chronically undernourished"(Maputo declaration,July 2003).There is a need for Africa to utilize its full potential in agriculture by increasing food production through investment in livestock,aquaculture,crop farming and forestry.

   The Agricultural sector can be a major driver of economic growth,if all necessary support is provided for the growth and development.The support will include policies that are favorable,funding and education to encourage investors and urban farmers to increase and expand agricultural investments.

MARKET REACTS TO THE NEWS OF LINK OF RED MEAT TO CANCER.

The market reacted with a down slide when the news of red meat listed as a source of cancer was released;http://www.agweb.com/article/cattle-market-meat-industry-react-to-cancer-report--NAA-greg-henderson/

PET INSURANCE.

Pet lovers dot over their pets,giving them adequate care in terms of excellent veterinary care. Pet lovers are readily to go the extra mile for their pets,but when complicated,life threatening cases occur how do you manage it. Pet ownership is not a break-a -bank affair, if you know the protocol to ensure your pets are healthy. PET INSURANCE is the way out!! is your pet insured??? what are the benefits? read here; http://www.cnbc.com/2015/01/16/is-pet-insurance-worth-it.html

I-CONNECT-AGRICULTURE®.

Telecommunication as a tool for global food security. Farmers,producers,vets,animal health specialists.Banks,insurance companies, network providers are all important to every aspect of the agricultural value chain.... join the train. sign up and expand your borders. I-PHONE-FARMERS-INITIATIVE®....bringing benefits of agric to your door step.