The recent UFAAS field visits to farmer households in Agweng and Agali Peer Learning Teams showcased remarkable progress in agroecological practices championed under FINASP’s community empowerment initiatives. The visits focused on how farmers are embracing agro-ecological innovations such as Black Soldier Flies (BSF), Mucuna cover cropping, kitchen gardening, and improved household planning. During the visit to Agweng, farmers proudly demonstrated their practical work, including BSF production, which is now providing affordable, nutritious feed for poultry and fish. Several farmers explained how they have integrated lessons from theRead More >>
Under the Integrated and Sustainable Production for Inclusive and Resilient Economies (INSPIRE) Project, the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach is driving practical change at household level. Through Farmer Learning Groups (FLGs) and Integrated Plot Plans, farmers are learning from one another using a strong farmer-to-farmer model that promotes adoption of sustainable practices. One such example is Aceng Costa, a 48-year-old single mother of six from Adonyo Village, Abangoimay Parish, Abia Sub-County in Alebtong District. A PIP Innovator (PI) in her community, Aceng also runsRead More >>
Omara Emmy, aged 45, is a married man with five children residing in Ojul-Tekidi Community, Ojul Parish, Awei Subcounty, Alebtong District. For many years, Emmy struggled to manage his household resources effectively. He recalls that he “used not to bother about jointly planning with his family, especially during agricultural production and when using income earned from farming.” Due to the lack of proper household planning, Emmy’s family faced financial uncertainty and continued to live inRead More >>
In the heart of Akutu village, Ayira Parish, Bar Subcounty in Lira District, Adiro Betty stands as a testament to the power of sustainable agriculture. A mother, a farmer, and a role model in her community, Betty’s journey with the Organic Cereals #6 project, funded by Latek Stay Alliance, has been nothing short of transformative. Before joining the project, Betty, like many other smallholder farmers, struggled with inconsistent harvests and limited market access. She oftenRead More >>