FARMERS URGED TO WORK WITH THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
By Moses Banda The Zambia Alliance of Women has called for closer interface between farmers and officials from the Ministry of Agriculture as it is key towards promoting agricultural production as well as dissemination of appropriate knowledge and technologies to farmers. Speaking during a meeting with three women's clubs namely Achangu,Umozi and Buyatashi in Mapepe area of Chilanga District, Alliance Executive Director, Edah Chimya says the organisation will continue creating platforms for farmers and the Ministry of Agriculture officials to interact in order to promote good agricultural practices. She believes this is one way of taking extension services closer to women farmers especially those in rural areas. Further Mrs.Chimya advised farmers to use organic manure as it is not only environmentally friendly but also increases soil fertility. She further revealed that some members of Alliance are using organic manure and it has proved to be effective and afford...