Agroecology Africa Blog

Discover sustainable farming practices and organic solutions tailored for African farmers on the Agroecology Africa Blog, addressing unique challenges like soil health, crop protection, water conservation and much more with practical strategies. The articles are edited by KCOA’s Knowledge Promotion Team. The authors are responsible for the contents of the posts.

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Maintaining soil fertility through organic fertilizers, crop rotation, and minimal tillage ensures healthy, sustainable agriculture and long-term productivity.
As the world embraces sustainable practices, water harvesting is emerging as a crucial step toward ensuring water and food security.
a closeup picture of a black farmer fumigating his pest infested vegetable farm
In this blog post, we delve into proven organic pest control strategies, debunk myths, and explore practical alternatives to organic pest control.
Access to organic farming information through KHEA by PELUM Uganda transformed Waswa’s practices to eco-friendly methods.
Inspired by KHEA, Mungueconi turned his passion for farming into advocacy, promoting organic practices and sustainable agriculture in Uganda.
The KCOA Project uses knowledge as its best weapon to combat climate change.
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The Zambian Traditional Seed and Food Festival brings together smallholder farmers and other stakeholders to celebrate the African cultural heritage that comes with local seeds
Organic agriculture is more than just farming—it's a commitment to healthier food systems, environmental stewardship, and sustainable living.
I didn’t set out to run a large poultry farm; my goal was simply to produce organic manure from chicken waste to support my crops.
Eva Nanjebe, a student advocate for organic farming, transformed her community's view on agroecology through education and engagement with the KHEA project, inspiring others to
Cousins Kenan Tagyemwa and Catherine Ayebazibwe transitioned from synthetic to organic farming, improving yields and training local farmers through their Rweshande Organic Farmers Association.
At 69,Musisi Arthur embraces sustainable farming in Kongojje, recalling his chemical-free childhood.After joining PELUM Uganda's KHEA project, he produces organic manure&showcases eco-friendly methods in a