Industrial-scale farming is flawed: what ecologically friendly farming practices could look like in Africa.

The article focuses on the newly released book "Perspectives on Agroecology," which showcases contributions from various stakeholders to highlight agroecology's potential to address food shortages and environmental issues linked to conventional farming practices. Topics include the flaws of the dominant monoculture-based agricultural system, the significant costs associated with diet-related diseases and greenhouse gas emissions.