With a passion to preserve the natural environment and a desire for a diverse and sustainable income, some young rural entrepreneurs in Hwedza District have embarked on apiculture. They were happy to receive subsidised inputs from pigad today.
"We are facing challenges with mulching materials; the soil is not fully covered," says Wellington Chiduku, Demo Plot holder from Ward 27, Mrewa. He's planted Red Sunhemp to enhance soil health. Effective mulching is key for moisture retention and weed control.
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The Climate change Adaption intervention is gaining traction in Buhera, Hwedza & Mrewa. The subsidized inputs available through a voucher system are empowering communities to embrace diversity and resilience in the face of climate change. #DiversityInAgriculture
π± Supporting smallholder farmers for a resilient future! ππͺIntroducing the customized Inputs Vouchers to enhance productive capacity and diversification. Together, we can strengthen livelihoods and food security! πΎβ€οΈ #ClimateAdaptation#SupportFarmers
Celebrating 10 years of pigad !π That's 10 years of supporting small-scale farmers, promoting gender-sensitive family businesses, and driving innovative rural and urban micro-enterprise development. A decade of making a positive impact! ππ#pigad10Years#SustainableDevelopment
In Hwedza, lead farmers are diligently preparing their land for demonstration plots, embracing one of the Pfumvudza 4 principles of minimal soil disturbance. We are cultivating sustainable agricultural practices that enhance productivity and protect our precious soil. #Pfumvudza
Wrapping up our Training of Trainers in Hwedza, we examined sandy vs clay soils, highlighting their fertility and water holding capacity. We also showcased liquid manureβa highlight from our Hwedza Climate Change Adapted Manual! Weβre cultivating knowledge for agroecology.
π± Our staff is leading an interactive Training of Trainers in Hwedza! We're exploring the Hwedza Adapted Climate Change Adaptation Manual, focusing on soil management, water harvesting, and liquid manure making. Together, we are promoting sustainable agriculture! #Sustainability
Today marks the 1st Training of Trainers on the Climate Change Adaptation Manual in Murewa, facilitated by dedicated staff. We're empowering Lead Farmers and AGRITEX staff to prepare for impactful farmer cascading CCA trainings. Together, weβre building resilience in agriculture
We featured at #Good Food and Seed Festival at Harare Botanical Gardens from the 13th to 14th September to celebrate Zimbabweβs climate-adapted cultivated crops and agronomic practices. Smallholder Poultry Union agents engaged in fruitful dialogues with value chain participants
πβ¨ Exciting times at pigad! Our team just wrapped up a Training of Trainers(ToT) pre test of the Mrewa District Climate Change Adaptation Manual, facilitated by @AnnaBrazier, a sustainable development consultant. Ready to make a difference! πͺπ± #ClimateAction#pigadTraining
Business plans are vital for all businesses, fostering critical evaluation of ideas and feasibility. pigad is training MSMEs to create simplified business plans for accessing subsidized inputs. These skills will enhance their chances of accessing external financing from lenders.
Digging deep into sustainable farming practices with the team at @FfFarmingZim . Vermicomposting is the future! This natural process uses earthworms to turn organic waste into nutrient-rich compost, enriching the soil and stimulating plant development.
During our visit at the Foundations of Farming, Darryl Edwards, the Managing Director shared insights on Pfumvudza 4 and the remarkable bumper maize harvest! #FoundationForFarming#Pfumvudza4#agroecology#Help
Empowering communities for growth! pigad's recently held business plan development training capacitated smallholder farmers in Murewa and Hwedza Districts to craft bankable business plans to achieve their entrepreneurial goals.@BMZ_Bund
Our pigad team visited Integral kumusha in Buhera ward 31 where diverse agricultural activities are being practised for a better adaption to Climate Change impact. A big thank you to Mai Chimuti for a fantastic look and learn session by sharing her expertise in vermicomposting!