Lundi, septembre 15, 2014

Dialogue Between Farmers and Manor House Farm Center - 2014

PRODUCTION and MARKETING of the BAMBOO

Bamboo producersManor House organized training to stimulate effective methods among bamboo growers. The participants came from the regions of TansNzoia and Bungoma. The training, conducted on July 5, 2014, combined theory and practice.

Community producers needed to be encouraged to meet growing needs. Bamboo is increasingly recognized for its multiple potential, including its use as a building material.

Training session led by Rosemary NamatsiThe following techniques were discussed:


• Fence
• Tools and supports for
   horticultural productions (flowers, peas, bananas)
• Construction
• Crafts: baskets, carpets, toys, decoration,
   storage, musical instruments, ...
• Food (edible re-sprouts)
• Furniture (chairs, sofa and beds)
• Pulp and paper
• Panels and particle board
• Energy (branches, charcoal, biofuel)

Julius Khakula shares his experience of growing bamboo <br>Julius Khakula and Malic Mondi, from Bungoma and members of DEA-Kenya, participated with other farmers already growing bamboo. It is the result of a partnership between MHAC and the DEA to stimulate community development.

Farmers were encouraged to start this production and thus take advantage of the current demand for raw bamboo raw material for the needs listed above. Production on mountains or valleys is not enough for the market.

Bamboo growers have formed groups in each canton to boost their sales strategy.

CHIZA ZOZO - TRAINING IN BIO-INTENSIVE AGRICULTURE (BIA)

Chiza ZoroChiza Zozo, from DR Congo, was subsidized by William Adlington, via DEA International, to be trained in bio-intensive agriculture, goat dairy management, and improved living conditions.

She was able to train women in her community to develop food production and increase their income.

This is essential because they are women who have suffered violence in recent wars.

Rosemary, Chiza and Nicodemus, director of MHAC at graduation.His training lasted from February 3 to April 26, 2014.

In addition to goat herd management and bio-intensive agriculture, the training covered issues of agroforestry, agricultural value-added, human nutrition and business management.

Rosemary Namatsi