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In November, our colleagues Stella and Fasil took part in a 3-day Workshop on Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Pesticide Residue Mitigation in Johannesburg, South Africa!

Co-organised by CropLife Africa Middle East, the The World Bioprotection Forum , and ICGEB, the event brought together experts, innovators, and regulators to accelerate cleaner, smarter, more sustainable agriculture across Africa.

Highlights from the workshop:
🔹 Day 1: Strengthening policy & regulatory frameworks — tackling compliance challenges, supporting biopesticide registration, and improving traceability and residue trials.
🔹 Day 2: Showcasing biological innovations including biopesticides, bioremediation, biofertilizers & biostimulants, plus success stories in residue monitoring and farmer reward systems.
🔹 Day 3: Precision agriculture in action — drones, AI-driven pest management, and real-time monitoring transforming farming practices.
The BioCOPPA Index was also launched and the African Bioproducts Community of Practice (ABCOP) to drive continued collaboration across the continent.

Together, we’re paving the way for safer food systems and sustainable agricultural growth!

CropLife Africa Middle East was proud to participate in the 14th Arab Conference for Plant Protection Sciences in Algiers, Algeria, from(3–7 November

Represented by Bakr Abdelmoneim, Regional Director for MENA, the mission focused on strengthening partnerships, exploring collaboration opportunities, and gaining deeper insight into Algeria’s regulatory and stewardship landscape.

Key Highlights
🔹 Engaging with national & regional institutions:
Productive discussions with AOAD, FAO North Africa, and leading academic and research bodies on pesticide management, sustainable agriculture, and avenues for technical cooperation.

🔹 Exploring collaboration opportunities in Algeria:
The conference offered important perspectives on Algeria’s priorities in plant protection. We identified promising areas for joint work in innovation, capacity-building, and stewardship improvement.

🔹 Strengthened CL AME’s regional presence, deepened cooperation with key partners, and laid a strong foundation for future collaboration in Algeria and across the wider region

CropLife AME remains dedicated to supporting sustainable plant protection and fostering impactful partnerships in the region.

On 16–17 November 2025, CropLife Africa Middle East, represented by Regional Director Abdelmoneim Bakr, partnered with the Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and AMATPA to deliver two technical workshops in Amman and the Jordan Valley.

The mission focused on boosting national capacity in:
🔹 Pesticide resistance management
🔹 Mode of Action (MoA) labelling
🔹 Integrating biopesticides into sustainable IPM programs

Key Topics Covered
• Best practices for managing resistance & implementing MoA-based rotation strategies
• The role of biopesticides in sustainable IPM
• The importance of accurate MoA labelling for farmer guidance & regulatory alignment

Outcomes
• Higher awareness of resistance challenges and mitigation tools
• Strong interest in expanding biopesticide use in national production systems
• Increased alignment between MoA, AMATPA & CL AME on future capacity-building efforts

This mission deepened CL AME’s partnership with Jordan and opened new opportunities for collaboration in stewardship, regulatory support, and sustainable agriculture.

CropLife at the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists Congress, Part 2

Did you know?
The crop protection industry actively promotes Integrated Pest Management (IPM) — an approach that combines cultural, biological, and chemical methods to manage pests responsibly. The goal? To use chemical control only when absolutely necessary. These are the kinds of realities often overlooked by external audiences — yet they’re essential to sustainable farming and food security.

On October 17, CropLife Africa Middle East (AME) and aak-GROW/CropLife Kenya (CLK) hosted members of the IFAJ – Fédération internationale des journalistes agricoles Journalists (IFAJ) for a field tour in Naivasha, Kenya. 🇰🇪

It was an opportunity for participants to hear directly from local farmers and agricultural leaders — including a farmer and the CEO of the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS BOARD (PCPB) — about how collaboration under the Sustainable Pesticide Management Framework (SPMF) is shaping safer, smarter farming practices.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
CropLife Kenya conducts extensive farmer training on IPM and the responsible use of crop protection products. In support of IPM, CLK is also working to accelerate regulatory approvals for biopesticides, ensuring these innovative tools reach the market — and ultimately, the farmers who need them most.

Spray Service Providers (SSPs)
Through the SPMF, CropLife Kenya has partnered with the Cereal Growers Association (CGA), PCPB, and other stakeholders to train over 1,000 SSPs nationwide. These trained professionals ensure the safe and effective application of crop protection products, correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and proper disposal of empty pesticide containers — making a tangible impact in rural communities.

ISO-Certified PPE for Tropical Climates
Safety meets practicality. The introduction of ISO 27065-certified PPE is improving farmer safety and comfort in tropical conditions. The goal is to increase adoption of PPE among smallholder farmers across Kenya. CropLife Kenya, in collaboration with members, continues to raise awareness and promote PPE use to ensure every farmer returns home safely at the end of the day.

Circular Economy & Waste Management
The industry is committed to reducing environmental and health risks by safely managing pesticide waste. In collaboration with county governments, CropLife Kenya has established over 94 pesticide collection centres nationwide — promoting responsible disposal and supporting a more circular agricultural economy.

Last month, our colleague Fasil had the privilege of representing CropLife Africa Middle East at the farm workers training held from September 23–24, organized by the Western Cape Government Department of Agriculture, alongside various stakeholders, including CropLife South Africa through Food For Mzansi.

Over two inspiring days, more than 1,000 farm personnel from Caledon, Bredasdorp, and Ceres attended these sessions. What stood out was how the training extended beyond farming—covering financial literacy, health awareness, and on-site health check-ups.

Importantly, CropLife South Africa presented on the responsible use of pesticides and facilitated Personal Protective Equipments giveaways.

The final day coincided with Heritage Day (September 24), making it two days of learning, gratitude, and celebration. Fasil was glad to be part of this initiative on behalf of CropLife Africa Middle East and very proud of the work being done by CropLife SA to support farm communities and the people who keep agriculture thriving.