As unpredictable weather and natural disasters hamper food security across the globe, innovation will be paramount for the world’s food producers, from smallholder farmers to industrial operations. Here are three novel ways African farmers are using adaptive strategies to thrive.
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Previously employed as the Chief Operating Officer at Stellenbosch University, Professor Leopoldt van Huyssteen now fills the role of head of the Academy at AEL.
Professor van Huyssteen grew up in the Eastern Cape and completed his PhD (Agric) studies at the University of Stellenbosch, majoring in Soil Science and Chemistry. During his career at the Department of Agricultural Development he held various positions as scientist and director.
Professor van Huyssteen has also held several senior positions as professor, Dean, Executive Director and Acting Rector. He is the author and co-author of many scientific publications and books. He also attended many international conferences, several as an invited speaker.