The Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) has launched an agroecology training programme targeting farmers in five districts, aimed at enhancing climate resilience and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
The initiative is part of the “Strengthening Civil Society Voices for Climate Advocacy in Zambia” project, funded by the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) and is being implemented in Chirundu, Lusaka, Chongwe, Rufunsa, and Luangwa.
Speaking during the launch of the first training session in Luangwa, CEJ Project Manager, Gabriel Mukuka, emphasized the vital role of agroecology in helping communities adapt to the adverse effects of climate change.
Mr. Mukuka said through the two-year project, CEJ is working with local civil society organizations to promote sustainable farming practices that build resilience.
“Farmers using sustainable practices have maintained crop yields despite harsh conditions,” said Mr. Mukuka.
Mr. Mukuka has also highlighted the creation of the National Climate Action Framework, developed in collaboration with grassroots civil society organizations as a major milestone in strengthening climate advocacy at the community level.
He further said the training workshops which are targeting 25 farmers in each district
Meanwhile, CEJ Agricultural Specialist, Memory Mfungo, has farmers to diversify their cropping systems, warning against the risks associated with monoculture.
By Margaret Mwanza.
