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CNOP-CAM · Photographies fournies, retouches assistées par IA
Food & family farmingFor World Food Day on 16 October 2026, CNOP-CAM calls for local food to be valued and family farms to have the means to feed Cameroon sustainably. Useful investment, finance adapted to farming cycles, advice and farmer-led innovation: read the article and explore the “Je mange Camerounais” photographic series.
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During the continental webinar held on 20 October 2026 on youth, agricultural entrepreneurship and locally sourced school meals, CNOP-CAM presented its experience in supplying school canteens with local products. Through the TAFS programme and the “Je Mange Camerounais” campaign, it highlighted the potential of farmers’ organisations to structure local markets, support young agricultural entrepreneurs and contribute to food sovereignty.
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Food & family farmingFor 16 October, FAO calls for innovation to reach farmers, fishers and rural communities, with locally adapted solutions supported by investment and partnerships.
Read the source ↗CAPC-AC · miniature du bulletin source
Climate & resilienceCAPC-AC forecasts normal to above-normal rainfall in several areas, including Cameroon, and high temperatures in Chad and Cameroon’s Far North. Consult the detailed maps and forecasts when planning activities.
Read the source ↗FAO · visuel officiel ASIF
Research & innovationFAO announces an African forum connecting research with practical food and agriculture solutions. Researchers, policymakers and innovators will discuss food security, resilience and opportunities for farmers.
Read the source ↗CNOP-CAM · reportage transmis par l’organisation
Agroecology & environmentIn Nkolmefou 1, in Cameroon’s Centre Region, family farmers are experimenting with Tithonia diversifolia, locally known as “fleur marguerite” or “fleur jaune”. Its plant biomass is being used as organic material to support soil fertility in cassava fields. The initiative is accompanied by CNOP-CAM with support from the Agroecology Fund, through the Women and Youth for the Consolidation of Agroecological Enterprises in Cameroon programme.
Read article →AFSA · relayé par la CNOP-CAM
Family farmingCNOP-CAM shares AFSA’s annual report, covering farmer-managed seeds, local knowledge, community initiatives and territorial markets. The reported achievements belong to the AFSA network.
Read the source ↗FAO · photographie de la publication source
Finance & value chainsFAO announced investment plans from twenty African countries for the forum held in Rome on 13–16 October, including staple food value chains and territorial value creation. The forum has now concluded.
Read the source ↗Illustration créée par IA · ne représente pas la formation
Livestock & advisory servicesIRAD reports training on fodder production and conservation, of interest to livestock farmers and agricultural advisers following the institute’s work.
Read the source ↗CNOP-CAM · Facebook
Family farmingGisèle Mbarga, CNOP-CAM’s UNDFF focal point, explains the priorities of the national UN Decade of Family Farming workshop held on 16–18 September 2026.
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President’s interventionsInterviews with the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development and Élisabeth Atangana during the second Congo Basin convening, held in Yaoundé on 25–27 August 2026.
Read the source ↗Illustration créée par IA · ne représente pas les essais IRAD
Research & innovationIRAD researchers are working with local soybean genetic resources to improve adaptation and productivity in Adamawa, focusing on varieties suited to local conditions.
Read the source ↗AFSA · activité coorganisée avec la CNOP-CAM
Agroecology & environmentThe second Congo Basin convening, held on 25–27 August 2026, adopted a declaration on agroecology, land rights, farmer-managed seeds and climate justice. AFSA reports on its commitments and roadmap.
Read the source ↗Photo : PROPAC · atelier de juillet 2026
Organisational developmentFrom 20 to 22 July 2026 in Yaoundé, PROPAC and Trias brought together CNOP-CAM, CONAPROCAM and regional coordination representatives. Training focused on funding strategies and farmers’ organisations’ financial autonomy.
Read the source ↗Photo : PROPAC · atelier de juillet 2026
Women & youthFrom 13 to 15 July 2026 in Mbalmayo, CNOP-CAM and PROPAC representatives attended a workshop organised with Trias. Discussions addressed power relationships and women’s and young people’s participation in decision-making.
Read the source ↗On 28 March 2026, PROPAC organised a La Via Campesina visit to CNOP-CAM alongside the WTO ministerial conference in Yaoundé. Discussions connected agricultural trade, market access and food sovereignty.
Read the source ↗PROPAC / CNOP-CAM
September 2026 · Family farmingA national workshop on 16–18 September 2026 laid the groundwork for a future UN Decade of Family Farming National Action Plan. Discussion addressed land, finance, women’s leadership, young farmers and climate adaptation. A first draft and a proposed roadmap emerged from this stage.
Read the source ↗PROPAC / CNOP-CAM
September 2026 · AgroecologyParticipatory action research on agroecological local poultry farming links farmers’ practices with collective learning. It illustrates the value of local resources and knowledge sharing within the network.
Read the source ↗Agroecological markets, processing and microcredit: CNOP-CAM’s work within Congo Basin initiatives.
Read the source ↗Our identity, mission and areas of work.
Read the source ↗Agroecological initiatives supporting women and young people in Nkolmefou 1.
Read the source ↗Partner report describing the composition of the Cameroonian network.
Read the source ↗Élisabeth Atangana describes a revolving credit fund serving members, including women farmers.
Read the source ↗Press coverage of CNOP-CAM’s agricultural policy priorities.
Read the source ↗Historical profile of the platform and its organisation.
Read the source ↗Advocacy priorities for an agricultural policy framework in Cameroon.
Read the source ↗Report on the UN Women regional representative’s visit to PROPAC and CNOP-CAM headquarters.
Read the source ↗Announcement of an IISD, Pan-African Parliament and PROPAC webinar, listing Élisabeth Atangana among the speakers.
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MediaReports, agroecological practices, network activities and institutional interventions.
Read the source ↗An overview of her involvement in women’s associations and farmers’ representative platforms.
Read the source ↗International network profile of CNOP-CAM.
Read the source ↗Directory of partners and programmes funded by Agroecology Fund.
Read the source ↗Interview on a farmer’s journey and the development of farmers’ organisations.
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