Yearly Archives: 2024

Austin Chilala is a dedicated advocate for sustainable agriculture in Zambia. With 27 years of experience as an agricultural extension officer at the Kasisi Agricultural Training Centre, he has championed agroecological practices in Chongwe and Rufunsa Districts. Mr. Chilala’s journey began in conventional farming, but he transitioned to organic methods when Kasisi embraced agroecology in the 1990s. His extensive experience has also given him a global perspective, allowing him to share knowledge and learn from others around the world. We sat down with the Farmers’ […]

Annie Katongo, from Chilonga village in Shibuyunji district, central Zambia, exemplifies the essence of sustainable farming. Annie has a long history of farming, dating back to 1982, when she started in Mumbwa. She has transitioned from traditional agricultural practices to advocating for eco-friendly alternatives. Annie’s paradigm shift occurred after she became aware of the negative impacts of traditional equipment and pesticides on soil fertility.  Since 2014, she and her husband, a renowned agricultural extension worker, have practiced conservation farming and developed a thriving agroecological strategy […]

Annie Chikanji Nyika comes from a long line of Zambian farmers. Growing up in Chingola, she was immersed in the rich tradition of intercropping, where seeds were not just commodities but symbols of community exchange and resilience. Annie exemplifies the spirit of grassroots farming and sustainable agricultural practices. Her dedication to preserving traditional farming methods and advocating for farmer autonomy has made her a respectable figure in Zambia’s smallholder farmer landscape. With a degree in Community Development as well as a Certificate in Permaculture Design, […]