Smallholder-centered agricultural development strategies have had limited success in Malawi over the past several decades. Policy makers are now increasingly looking for alternative ways to accelerate agricultural and rural development. One emerging approach involves larger farms or agri-business firms partnering with smallholder farming households, in what we will refer to as an anchor enterprise model. […]
IFPRI Maize market report October 2025
The Monthly Maize Market Reports are developed by researchers at IFPRI Malawi, with the main goal of providing clear and accurate daily maize price data in selected markets throughout Malawi. The reports are intended as a resource for those interested in maize markets in Malawi, namely producers, traders, consumers, or other agricultural stakeholders. Highlights On […]
Using Organic Wastes to Tackle Deforestation and Improve Fish Quality
21 October 2025 Stakeholders from government, research institutions, NGOs, and donor agencies gathered at Ufulu Gardens in Lilongwe for the dissemination of a groundbreaking study on the use of organic waste to reduce deforestation and improve the quality of smoked fish products. The study, conducted by WorldFish under the EU-funded DeSIRA project, offers promising solutions […]
Country brief: Malawi: Cost effective options for inclusive and sustainable development
Abstract: In this policy brief, we present findings of a systematic evaluation and ranking of investment options for Malawi’s agrifood system based on their cost-effectiveness in achieving multiple development outcomes, including agrifood gross domestic product (GDP) growth, agrifood job creation, poverty reduction, declining undernourishment, and lowering diet deprivation. Additionally, the study assesses their environmental footprint, […]
Asking the right questions: A stakeholder dialogue on generative AI in digital extension
Generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) is gaining traction in agriculture. Conversational agents such as chatbots and voice assistants are being explored as digital extension solutions, promising scalable, personalized advice for farmers that can supplement and support the work of human extension agents. Yet designing and deploying such AI tools presents many challenges.
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