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Sustainable agriculture – MUYIMINYE RURAL WOMEN DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

Sustainable agriculture

Feeding Families, Building Futures

Agriculture is the backbone of our community, yet climate change and soil depletion pose constant threats. We empower rural women with the tools and techniques to farm in harmony with nature, ensuring food security and a steady income for their households.

Our Approach

  • Climate-Smart Techniques: Training women in conservation tillage, mulching, and crop rotation to keep the soil healthy and resilient against drought.

  • Crop Diversification: Moving beyond single-crop farming to include high-value vegetables, fruits, and legumes, which improves both nutrition and market income.

  • Organic Practices: Promoting the use of organic fertilizers (composting) and natural pest control to reduce the need for expensive and harmful chemical inputs.

  • Post-Harvest Management: Providing education on proper storage and value-addition (like drying or processing) to reduce food waste and increase selling prices.

Why it Matters

“When a woman masters sustainable farming, she doesn’t just feed her family for a day; she builds an enterprise that sustains them for a lifetime.”