Kenya will host the 8th African Association of Agricultural Economists (AAAE) Conference in Nairobi from September 21 to 26, bringing together leading experts to discuss the future of agriculture on the continent.
Held under the theme “Smart Agriculture: Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Trade for a Climate-Challenged Africa,” the conference comes at a critical time as technology, data-driven solutions, and strategic partnerships increasingly shape Africa’s agricultural landscape.
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, while congratulating the local organizing committee, reaffirmed the government’s support for the event and underscored the need for stronger collaboration among academia, policymakers, and practitioners to address climate-related challenges and improve smallholder farmer productivity.
Advances in smart agriculture—including IoT sensors, satellite monitoring, artificial intelligence, and data analytics—are transforming farming systems by optimizing resource use, boosting yields, and reducing environmental impact in the face of growing climate variability.
The AAAE, a professional association comprising more than 3,000 agricultural economists and development specialists, promotes knowledge sharing, policy-oriented research, and professional development across Africa.
Its flagship publication, the African Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics (AfJARE), serves as a leading platform for research on food security, climate resilience, and sustainable natural resource management.