Deep in Luwingu District, where quiet ponds glisten under the northern sun, a group of resilient small-scale farmers are building something extraordinary. It is a vision of aquaculture that could feed families, build incomes, and transform rural livelihoods. A recent study gives us an intimate look into their lives, their practices, and their potential..
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Should the FRA Have Raised the Maize Price?
That is the question many are asking as Zambia enters a new crop marketing season. The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has announced that it will buy a 50-kilogram bag of white maize at K340, up from K330 last year. While the increase is modest, it represents a step toward supporting farmers after a year that delivered a bumper harvest.
Zambian Farmers Swear By These 5 Crops During Cold Season-#4 Is Will Surprise You
Zambia’s cold season, running from May to August, is the perfect time to grow certain crops that actually prefer cooler temperatures. While some plants go dormant or struggle in the chill, others thrive, offering farmers a smart opportunity to keep producing food and income.These five crop categories are cold-season champions.
From Drought to Delight: Zambia’s Maize Comeback Story
In the 2023/2024 farming season, Zambia’s fields literally felt the burn. A harsh regional drought slashed maize production down to 1.5 million metric tonnes, leaving the country with a heartbreaking deficit of over 2.1 million tonnes. And yet, despite planting more than 2.2 million hectares, the rain just didn’t play along.
Top Crops Grown in Zambia (Full Data Inside)
Zambia is home to a wide variety of crops, with agriculture forming the backbone of the nation’s economy. In this post, we take a closer look at the top crops grown in Zambia during the 2021/2022 agricultural season.
Top 10 Crops That’ll Make You Lots of Money in 2025
Are you tired of planting the same old crops and getting stuck in the same old profit margins? What if I told you there’s a world of exotic, high-value crops that could transform your farm into a goldmine in 2025? From spices worth their weight in gold to fruits so unique they practically sell themselves, these crops aren’t just different—they’re game changers. Ready to discover what could make your farm the envy of Zambia and beyond? Let’s dig in!
What If We Could Predict the Weather for farming?
Imagine being a farmer staring at the sky, wondering, Will it rain? Will the sun scorch my crops? Should I plant today or wait? For centuries, farmers have relied on experience and a bit of luck to predict the weather for farming. But now, thanks to data science and meteorology teaming up, those guessing days could be over.
The Secret to Growing the Perfect Spinach: Tips for a Bumper Harvest
Spinach is like the superhero of leafy greens—nutritious, versatile, and surprisingly easy to grow if you know a few tricks. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just trying to turn your backyard into a salad factory, mastering spinach is a must. Ready to grow spinach that’s lush, green, and Instagram-worthy? Let’s get those leaves poppin’!
The Most Common Farming Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Farming is hard work, but let’s be real—it’s also full of moments that make you want to laugh, cry, or both. Farming mistakes happen, like planting your crops perfectly, only to realize you forgot to water them. Or thinking, “How bad can pests really be?” until your farm looks like a bug buffet.
Farming In A New Light: Soil Solarization Techniques And Advantages
If you’re looking for a way to prepare your soil for planting by eliminating weeds and pests that are easy and affordable, consider solarization. This method involves several steps: watering, covering the area with clear plastic, and then using the captured heat from the sun to bake the soil.