The government and Norway signed a Mitigation Outcome Purchase Agreement (MOPA). There is currently a funded window open until May 31, 2026, for project proposals.
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Is Zambia’s $77 Million Maize Export Deal with Malawi a Smart Move or a Risky Gamble?
Zambia has signed a $77 million maize export deal with Malawi for 200,000 metric tonnes of grain. The agreement between Zambia’s Food Reserve Agency (FRA) and Malawi’s National Food Reserve Agency is being praised as a sign of strong regional cooperation. Is this the right move right now?
Making Eco-Friendly Charcoal from Maize Cobs and Cow Dung
Charcoal is a great fuel to fire up your braii stand or mbaula, with a reliable burn and a low smoke output. However, every time you use charcoal or firewood for cooking, you are contributing heavily to deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions. As climate change becomes a more urgent concern, finding eco-friendly fuel alternatives is essential. One surprisingly effective solution lies in agricultural waste, especially maize cobs and cow dung which are abundant, renewable, and often discarded.
2025 FISP Registration: Zambia’s e-Voucher System Explained
Smallholder farmers across Zambia can now access subsidized seeds, fertilizer, and livestock inputs more efficiently than ever through Zambia’s e-Voucher system. This is the government’s flagship digital solution under the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP). With the full nationwide rollout in all 116 districts this season, this guide breaks down exactly how to register, redeem your benefits, and avoid common mistakes. (Includes a free downloadable checklist to aid your application process!)
Two ways to build your reputation so your clients can keep coming back
I’ve been buying chickens from one supplier for a couple of years now and I can proudly say I’m one of their best clients. However, I’ve noticed that my supplier is starting to slack. My chickens are not properly dressed most times or they are extremely small. This has made me consider changing suppliers but then again, I plan on having a word with them. You see, your best customers are those who keep coming back. Your business will not grow if you don’t retain customers. So, if you find yourself wondering why it’s easy for others to sell their produce or why your competitors manage to maintain client relationships, then you need to follow these two rules I’m about to give you today.
50 Tips for Successful Farming
You wake up at the crack of dawn to work on your farm, the fall of dusk, every day. The weather also has its own plans and seems to be against you. Sometimes you feel like your buyers have made you their prisoner, and you’re working for nothing. Well, you’re not alone! Even though most … Read more
Global Garlic Market Report 2018
Global garlic market revenue amounted to 29,251 million USD in 2015, picking up by +21.6% against the previous year level. Overall, global garlic market continues to indicate a perceptible growth: the market value increased at an average annual rate of +8.7% from 2007 to 2015.
Nine Most Profitable Agricultural Business Ideas
If you’re thinking of getting into the agricultural sector but worried that may not make any money, I have some good news for you. Apart from domestic demand, the agricultural industry brings in huge export prospects. However, to make money from an agricultural business, you need to have the knowledge of farming practices as well as some experience in developing a business.
Why you need a business plan as an emerging farmer
Most people look at a business plan as a fund-raising tool. However, it’s much more than that. A good business plan provides a clear strategy and objectives, and helps everyone involved in the farming operation to stay productive and focused. You can use it to monitor progress, hold yourself accountable and control the business’s fate. Your agricultural business’s fate.