As China-Africa agricultural cooperation continues to deepen, the partnership arising is sowing the seeds of shared growth and modernization. 

From drone-assisted rice fields in Mozambique to smart farming initiatives across the continent, China's technological support is helping African nations strengthen food security, improve livelihoods, and build a greener, more sustainable future for all.

In Mozambique's Gaza Province, a drone hums steadily above the green fields of an agricultural park jointly built by China and Africa. 

With a preset route and a single press of a button, the drone takes off, spraying herbicide onto crops along its programmed path - a vivid example of how China-Africa cooperation is driving agricultural modernization across the continent.

Staff at the park say the drone-based spraying operation marks a leap in efficiency. 

Compared with traditional manual spraying, a single plant-protection drone can cover more than 6.7 hectares of farmland per hour, greatly improving productivity.

The agricultural park is part of a broader China-Africa agricultural cooperation project that has introduced drones to a wide range of field operations, including land mapping, rice seeding, and herbicide spraying. 

"Being able to work on this farm has benefited me a lot. This is my first time working for a company in the agricultural sector. I've learned many technologies and gained much knowledge, such as how to operate drone spraying," said a local employee.

Beyond technological upgrades, China-Africa cooperation in agriculture is also improving the lives of local communities.

Under the guidance of Chinese agricultural experts, many Mozambicans have received hands-on training in modern planting techniques. 

The new skills have not only boosted local agricultural productivity but also increased farmers' incomes.

"These companies have played a strategic role not only in rice cultivation and the practical application of modern agricultural technologies, but also in seed production and variety testing. This has had a positive impact on Mozambique's agricultural structure. We highly value our partnership with China," said Roberto Mito Albino, Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries of Mozambique.

So far, China has established agricultural cooperation mechanisms with more than 20 African countries and regional organizations. 

As more advanced Chinese agricultural equipment and technologies enter Africa, smart farming is expected to further enhance productivity and unlock the continent's agricultural potential, enriching the "African granary" with China's technology and experience.

Source - https://www.bastillepost.com