In this discussion, a Nigerian farmer and a Tanzanian farmer shed light on the pressing challenges in African agriculture. They tackle deteriorating soil quality, rising costs, and insecurity impacting food production. The conversation highlights the upcoming Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, where young people and women are deemed crucial for sustainable farming. The farmers advocate for better access to capital and support systems to empower the next generation in agriculture, while stressing the importance of tangible outcomes from conferences.