Farmers' Clubs Mutasa
Farmers’ Clubs Mutasa
Farmers’ Clubs Mutasa works with 750 smallholder farmers from 20 organized clubs, focusing on climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable livelihoods and enhanced livestock productivity. The project maintained a model centre at Kukwanisa Climate Centre, which served as a hub for training, demonstrations and knowledge-sharing. Despite adverse weather conditions, farmers showcased resilience by adapting to the challenging climate and successfully planting field crops. In alignment with the Government’s Pfumvudza initiative, 693 farmers underwent training in conservation farming, enhancing their skills and knowledge in sustainable agricultural practices.
The farmers adopted conservation farming techniques, including intercropping, potholing and mulching, resulting in enhanced crop yields. In collaboration with the Department of Livestock and Veterinary Services, the project promoted small livestock production, benefiting 750 farmers. This included 75 farmers who engaged in rabbit farming, 148 farmers who took up fish farming and 525 farmers who focused on indigenous chicken farming. Through participation in Internal Savings and Lending initiatives, farmers were empowered to diversify their income streams, enhancing their financial resilience and stability. This led to improved livelihoods, increased economic opportunities and a reduced reliance on single income sources
