Rhoda Mofya Mukuka, PhD

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌾Hamulonga Kasamba, a lead farmer in #Kaoma, is harvesting big!
Hamulonga & 45 other lead farmers were trained in seed multiplication of nutrient-dense & drought-resistant crops:
🥔Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes
🌾Cassava, cowpeas
@FAO & #PAM accelerating #SUNII drought response!

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌱FAO supported 24 Forest Officers from 12 drought-affected #SUNII districts on a learning visit to Choma Tree Nursery Association (CTNA) to enhance fruit trees & nutritious tree crops seedling provision.
CTNA established in 2017 with FAO’s #ForestFarmFacility project support.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Strengthening momentum from the 2024 #HandinHand Investment Forum!
🇿🇲 The Kabwe workshop is mapping a clear path for investor engagement & sustainable growth in #maize, #soybean, #aquaculture & #honey.
💼 FAO remains committed to supporting Zambia’s agricultural transformation.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

👏🇩🇪 Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Reuben Mtolo expresses gratitude to the German Government and @FAO for the #FoodSystems initiative! 🌱🌍 This programme will reduce food waste & ensure clean food is distributed. 🍏✨#FoodSecurity @GermanyinZambia @giz_gmbh @UNZambia @FAOAfrica

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🚀🌍 City Region Food Systems Program Launch!
Germany's Federal Minister of Food & Agriculture, Mr. Cem Özdemir 🇩🇪, together with his Zambian counterpart Hon Reuben Mtolo 🇿🇲, officially launched @FAO supported & Germany funded City Region Food Systems Program. @GermanyinZambia

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌍 #HandInHand Investment Alert! 🌱 Zambia has presented its investment case for maize, soybean, aquaculture & honey value chains. 🇿🇲 Minister of Agriculture Hon. Reuben Mtolo assured investors of Zambia's sound agricultural policies & good governance. #InvestInZambia @FAO

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌍🎉 Milestone Alert for @FAOZambia! 🎉 We've reached 5,000 followers on X! Thank you, for connecting with us as we work towards a more sustainable and food-secure future. 🇿🇲 Let’s keep growing together! 🌾🐟🐝

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Zambia’s Minister of Agriculture Hon. Reuben Mtolo has arrived in Rome leading the country’s delegation at the #HandinHand Investment Forum. Zambia will be presenting a significant investment case targeting over USD 900 million for maize, soybean, aquaculture honey value chains.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌱 Highlight from the 🇿🇲Agricultural Budget Analysis Meeting!
Together, we can unlock Zambia’s agricultural potential! By ensuring effective budget use and resilient investments, we can transform the sector and improve livelihoods. @percy_suze @FAO Representative.
#IAPRI #ACF

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Highlight - Agricultural Budget Analysis Meeting!
🌍🌾With @FAO support, Zambia is set to present 4 value chain investment cases at @FAO's #HandInHand Global Investment Forum in Rome. These efforts will attract much needed investments to drive sustainability & inclusive growth.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Zambia is prioritizing investments in maize, soybeans, aquaculture, and honey value chains for their potential to boost food security, exports, and job creation. Hon. Reuben Mtolo, Minister of Agriculture, at the #HandInHandInitiative National Agricultural Investment Forum.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

The Zambian delegation, led by Lilian Kapusana, Permanent Secretary, Office of the Vice President, consists of senior officials from:
🇿🇲 The Office of the Vice President
🐟 Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock
🏥 @ZMPublicHealth
🍎 @NFNCZambia
🇮🇪 @IrelandinZambia
🌾 @FAOZambia

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🇿🇲🤝🇮🇪At the invitation of #sustainablefoodsystems #Ireland, a delegation from #Zambia is visiting Ireland to learn about how the country is transforming its food systems. This visit is a significant step as @FAO continues to support the Govt of Zambia on #sustainablefoodsystems.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌾📸 Exciting moment captured at the National Agricultural Research Field Day! Mrs. Mutale Nalumango Vice President of Zambia with @FAO Representative @percy_suze. @UNZambia @FAOAfrica @faosfsafrica @mohzambia @MinistryofInf15 @mofnpzambia @FAOclimate @FAOLivestock @FAOfish

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Zambia strides towards agricultural excellence as the Country prepares to unveil its National Agricultural Mechanization Strategy on 28th February. Hon. Reuben Mtolo, Minister of Agriculture, extends gratitude to @FAO for the pivotal role in developing the mechanization strategy.

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

🌍🇮🇹 An honour to welcome H.E. Enrico De Agostini, Ambassador of @ItalyinZambia. Productive discussions with @percy_suze @FAO Rep & our dedicated team, setting the stage for exciting collaboration, forging a path towards sustainable agriculture & development @UNZambia @FAOAfrica

[FAO Zambia @FAOZambia]

Ministry of Fisheries & Livestock propels #SUII beneficiaries with hydroponics fodder skills, utilizing local materials like maize, millet, azolla, etc. 🌾🌿 Boosting village chicken & fish production while amplifying the pass-on program. @FAO supports SUII agriculture component.

[FAO Director-General QU Dongyu @FAODG]

I had the honour to meet HE President @HHichilema of Zambia. @FAO will continue to support Zambia in our common vision to transform agrifood systems through enhanced production & productivity, improved access to inputs, STI & sustainable natural resource management. #FoodSecurity

[Hakainde Hichilema @HHichilema]

Held discussions with @FAODG Dr Qu Dongyu in Rome. Urged @FAO to support our farmers through #Agric Credit Window to enhance productivity for food security. Grateful for FAO's partnership since 1965 in capacity building for #sustainableforestry & food & nutrition security.🇿🇲

[FAO Subregional Office for Southern Africa @faosfsafrica]

📽️#FAOSFS_MDT17
🇿🇲@FAO #Sustainable_Fish4all develops a domestic aquaculture subsector, which is a viable and inclusive business opportunity 📷enhanced production and productivity to improve the livelihoods of men and women beneficiaries along the aquaculture value chain #ZAEDP