Kaffrine (Wolof: Kafrin) is the capital town of Kaffrine Region of Senegal. Agriculture Kaffrine lies in Senegal's Peanut Basin. Peanuts are the second most common crop for the people of Kaffrine, only behind Millet. Both crops are grown by over 90% of farmers in Kaffrine. Maize is the third most popular crop and grown by over 85% of farmers. Climate Change Kaffrine will be heavily affected by the changing climate as erratic rainfall will make current farming practices difficult and reduce agricultural production. Infrastructure Kaffrine has a station on the Dakar-Niger Railway. Notable people Iba Der Thiam, politician and historian , politician References Communes of Senegal Regional capitals in Senegal Populated places in Kaffrine Region pt:Kaffrine (departamento)