Conservation Farming Proves A Game Changer In Zimbabwe
Conservation Farming Proves A Game Changer In Zimbabwe Conservation Farming Proves A Game Changer In Zimbabwe BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe — An agriculture conservation practice initiated for farmers in Zimbabwe is bearing fruit. The program, known in the country as Pfumvudza, trains farmers in the use of small plots that retain water easily and are easier to maintain than larger plots. The goal is to bring food security to Zimbabwean families. “The secret to the project’s success has been its scalability,” said Engelbert Chenjera, an urban small-scale farmer. “Conservation agriculture drast...