Explore the future of farming in Zambia by adopting climate-resilient crops. Discover how these crops can improve food security and help farmers adapt to climate change.
How Farmers Can Contribute to Zambia’s Survival
by John Katebe •
Agriculture
Agriculture
Sustainable Agroforestry for Zambian Farmers
by John Katebe •
Zambian farmers can combat climate change and enhance crop yields by adopting sustainable agroforestry practices like alley cropping, windbreaks, boundary planting, contour farming, and silvopasture. These techniques improve soil health, promote biodiversity, and increase climate resilience, offering a balanced solution for agricultural productivity and environmental conservation.
Load Shedding Solutions: Land and Water Strategies
by JS •
Discover how effective land preservation and rainwater retention techniques can combat load shedding in Zambia. Learn about practical solutions like planting vegetation, building terraces, and using rain barrels to enhance water conservation and stabilize hydroelectric power supply. Join the movement towards a sustainable future by adopting these innovative strategies to reduce erosion and improve water management.
Chitemene – Beyond The Burn
by JS •
“Chitemene – Beyond The Burn” offers a poignant reflection on the traditional Chitemene system of slash-and-burn agriculture in Zambia, urging a shift towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly farming methods. Through its stirring lyrics and melodies, the song celebrates the transition from harmful practices to innovative, eco-friendly agriculture that nurtures and sustains the earth. Join us in exploring the harmony between culture and conservation, as we embrace new ways to cherish and protect our land.
Mama Miti’s Song
by JS •
A song dedicated to every tree on our beautiful planet.
To stewardship and mutual benefit.
Beyond Fertilizers:
by JS •
Low-Tech Solutions for Soil Enhancement 2024 is going to be a difficult year for farmers in Zambia. The cost of agricultural inputs, especially hybrid seed and fertilizer, was beyond a lot of small farmers. The ones who could barely get by are now faced with ruined crops because of the cessation of the rains. A…
Survival Mu Mayadi
by Lydia Mhango •
I visited two neighbours of mine in Parklands. From the main road, Kuomboka Drive, one can never guess what
is going on in their combined backyards.
The Largest Mango I’ve Ever Seen
by JS •
The Guinness Book of World Records has certified a 3.5-kilo mango from southern Philippines to be the world’s biggest.
