By Twink Jones Gadama
At least 200 farmers from Senior Chief Mwahenga and Traditional Authority Chisovya in Rumphi have benefited from a training program on Bokashi and Mbeya manure-making conducted by Feed the Children.
The training aims to boost soil fertility and food security in the area by equipping farmers with knowledge on affordable and sustainable fertilizer options.
Mary Kanyimbo, a beneficiary from Sidira Village, expressed gratitude for the training, saying it will enable farmers to access affordable fertilizers and improve crop yields.
“This knowledge will help us reduce our reliance on expensive chemical fertilizers and improve our soil’s fertility,” she said.
Lead farmer Lenard Jere, who has been using manure since 2012, shared his success story, saying he harvested 50 bags of maize this year, enough for home consumption and extra for sale.
“Using manure has improved my yields significantly, and I’m confident that other farmers can achieve the same results,” he said.
Facilitator James Mkandawire expressed optimism that if well-shared and utilized, the knowledge could benefit about 4,700 households in the area.
Feed the Children is also implementing other projects in Rumphi, including water, sanitation, nutrition, and food systems initiatives.
The training is part of Feed the Children’s efforts to support sustainable agriculture practices and improve food security in rural communities.
By promoting organic fertilizer options, the organization aims to empower farmers to take control of their soil fertility and improve their livelihoods.
