The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform is dedicated to enhancing food security and fostering a sustainable environment by providing horticulture and agricultural conservation training to farmers in the ||Kharas Region.
Currently, forty-seven participants are taking part in the training, which is organized by the Ministries of Agriculture and Youth.
The training also includes instruction on how to operate a walking tractor, an essential tool for ploughing crop fields.
Llewellyn Muenjo, Agricultural Technician at the Ministry of Agriculture, stated:
“This training was requested by the community. It originated from the youth, and typically, when the government offers training, we extend the opportunity to the entire community.”
The goal of the training is to equip participants with the skills necessary to plant crops and identify which varieties thrive in the region.
Some participants shared their thoughts:
“Whenever we think our current knowledge is sufficient, attending this training proves important because it provides us with deeper insights into agriculture and its offerings. As we know, we are in a semi-arid country and often struggle with drought; we are currently experiencing a drought season. Therefore, practices like conservation agriculture, which is part of smart agriculture, are crucial as they help us manage resources more effectively.”
“Information is vital, and training like this is essential. We receive funding, equipment, and infrastructure, but without information, we cannot progress.”
“I own a tractor, and I want to gain more knowledge and experience in operating it.”