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Q&A: PhotoSymphony composer Andrew Forde on music for plants and the power of audio

May 24, 2023

Composer Andrew Forde spoke to us about the inspiration for PhotoSymphony, an original piece of music made specifically for plants. Learn about his composition process and the science behind music that helps plants grow.

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Timely broadcasts yield better potato harvests in Nigeria

May 15, 2023

Learn about our project promoting the best ways to grow potatoes in Nigeria. Read the stories of three potato farmers in Plateau State who increased their yields and income after listening to a radio program.

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Generations of impact

Mar 30, 2023

Colleen Crozier grew up on a family farm that’s now in its fifth generation, learning early on the value of agricultural information. She wants to have the same kind of lasting impact through her donations.

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From market woman to radio show host

Mar 22, 2023

Learn how a Malian woman made the leap from processing local food products to hosting her own radio show.

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Hortense Lamboni, winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award

Feb 23, 2023

Hortense Lamboni is a winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award. Hortense has been a journalist and presenter for three years and broadcasts programs on youth, gender and agriculture.

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Evelyn Balozi, winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award

Feb 21, 2023

Evelyn Balozi is a winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award. Evelyn has served in many roles, including producer, presenter, acting station manager and marketing officer at Utume FM in Tanzania.

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Sakina Majawa, winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award

Feb 16, 2023

Sakina Majawa is a winner of the 2023 George Atkins Communication Award. Sakina is a producer and presenter with Chanco Community Radio in Malawi.

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This family has changed their mind about giving their daughter away in marriage. Instead, she is finishing her school.

Changing minds about girls’ education

Jul 6, 2022

What happens when one family about to give their daughter away in marriage learns about the importance of education on the radio.

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Caitlynn Reesor in her studio for Call of the Wild

Farm broadcasting: From Alberta to Africa

Jun 14, 2022

When it comes to farm radio, Farm Radio board member Caitlynn Reesor is an expert. 

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Patricia Kasoki, winner of the 2022 George Atkins Communications Award

May 4, 2022

Patricia Kasoki is a proactive, dynamic broadcaster at Radio communautaire et environnementale de Kanyabayonga (RCEKA-FM) in North Kivu, DRC.

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