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Meet Mrs. Judith Mwila from Chilenga, a remarkable mixed farmer who wears many hats. She keeps dairy cattle, village chickens, pigs, and grows vegetables and mushrooms. On top of that, she ventures into value addition, showing how farming goes beyond production to creating real opportunities. What makes her journey even more inspiring is that she’s also a professional social worker, blending her passion for community service with her dedication to agriculture. Truly, a changemaker worth celebrating! 🌟

In this episode of the Agritalk Podcast, we sit down with Agricoop Awards nominee Fenny Mweene Mundia, who shares her remarkable journey from graduating as a nurse to building a thriving career in poultry farming. 🌾✨ Her story is one of courage, resilience, and determination — proving that agriculture isn’t just about growing food, but also about growing opportunities. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from the Agricoop community!

In this episode of Agritalk Africa (Ep.16), we feature a Pig Farmer of the Year nominee from Chongwe. Beyond pigs, his farm also runs vegetables, goats, and cattle, showcasing a true mixed-farming model. His journey into agriculture was inspired by his older brother, whose example encouraged him to build a diversified and resilient enterprise.

Tionge sits down with Eng. Bernard Chiwala, nominated for Fruit Farmer of the Year at the Agricoop Awards. A strong advocate of avocado farming and processing, he shares insights on how this fruit can transform agribusiness in Zambia and beyond.

In this episode of the Agritech Africa Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Catherine Mutale from Nemchem Agri to unpack the critical role of biosecurity in livestock production. From disease prevention to improving farm productivity, Dr. Mutale breaks down practical steps every farmer can take to protect their animals and their bottom line. If you care about healthier animals, stronger yields, and a safer food system – this episode is a must-watch.

In Episode 13 of the AgriTalk Africa Podcast – Agricoop Awards 2025 Special Edition, we spotlight Watson Mkwantha from Shibuyunji, nominated in the Livestock Farmer of the Year category. Watson’s story is a true example of humble beginnings turned into remarkable success. Just five years ago, he started in his backyard as a livestock trader—buying, fattening, and reselling goats and sheep. Today, he runs a fully fledged livestock farm, supplying quality animals to markets and inspiring others to turn small starts into big dreams.

In this special edition, we shine the spotlight on Mr. Trust Hakalima, an inspiring farmer nominated in two prestigious categories of the 2025 Agricoop Awards – Maize Farmer of the Year and Arable Farmer of the Year. With dedication and smart farming practices, Mr. Hakalima achieved an impressive harvest of 800 x 50kg bags of maize, a remarkable milestone that highlights the potential of Zambian farmers to feed nations and build thriving agri-businesses.

In this inspiring episode of AgriTalk Africa Podcast – Agricoop Awards 2025 Edition, Tionge sits down with Justin Musama from Mumbwa, a remarkable young farmer nominated in two categories: Mechanized Farmer of the Year and Vegetable Farmer of the Year. At just 28 years old, Justin has already made his mark in the Zambian agriculture scene, blending modern mechanization with high-yield vegetable production. Raised in a farming family, he shares his journey of hard work, innovation, and the drive to make farming more efficient and profitable for the next generation.

In this special edition of Agrutalk Africa, Tionge sits down with Nkwachi Fitzgerald Musukwa – famously known as The Crazy Farmer. From cultivating sweet organic strawberries to raising poultry and growing maize, Nkwachi is redefining what it means to be a modern farmer. His passion, creativity, and fearless approach to agriculture have earned him a nomination in the Young Farmer of the Year category at the 2025 Agricoop Awards. 📺 Watch now to hear his inspiring journey, why they call him The Crazy Farmer, and how he’s turning organic farming into both a lifestyle and a thriving business.

In Episode 10 of the AgriTalk Africa Podcast, we shine the spotlight on Abraham Madambi, a 21-year-old rising star in Zambian agriculture and nominee for Young Farmer of the Year at the 2025 Agricoop Awards. Abraham shares his incredible journey into tomato production from humble beginnings to becoming a role model for young agripreneurs. His story is a powerful reminder that age is no barrier to success when passion, persistence, and innovation come together. 🚜 Watch in for lessons on youth empowerment, agribusiness growth, and how one young farmer is transforming Zambia’s food basket, one tomato at a time.

In this powerful episode, Tionge sits down with Lisa, a remarkable fruit farmer and nominee for the 2025 Agricoop Awards. From guavas and bananas to pineapples, lemons, pawpaws, and even cashew nuts, Lisa shares how she’s turning fruit into fortune in Zambia’s agricultural space. This episode is part of a special nominee spotlight series—and proudly features the Fruit Farmer of the Year category, sponsored by Makeni Seedlings.

76 views Premiered Jul 30, 2025 Can Regenerative Farming Save African Agriculture? | Dr. Oliver Bulaya on Yields, Soil & Markets In Episode 8 of AgriTalk Africa, we sit down with Dr. Oliver Bulaya, an expert in sustainable agriculture, to unpack the real power of regenerative and conservation farming in Africa.

In this episode, we dive deep into the fish farming value chain—from hatcheries and pond management to market access and business growth. Our guest, Mireen Michelo, General Manager of Iban Aquafish Solutions & Consultancy, shares expert insights on how to make aquaculture profitable. Don't miss this if you're in aquaculture or thinking of joining the fish farming business!

In this episode, Dr. Mainza dives into the value addition gap in Zambia and Africa, the shift from farming to mining in Mumbwa, and the challenges in agricultural financing. 💬 We explore: Why Africa struggles with agro-processing The reality of farmers leaving agriculture How agri-banking and better policy can change the game 👉 If you care about Africa’s agricultural future, this episode is for you. ✅ Like, comment, and subscribe for more impactful agri-conversations. 📢 Share with farmers, agribusiness leaders, and policymakers!

Why do smallholder farmers stay broke despite support? Dr. Nicholas Mainza (Deputy Director, Agribusiness – Ministry of Agriculture) breaks down the SAFF Program, policy bottlenecks, and sustainable agri-financing. 👉 If you care about food security, this is a must-listen!

In this power-packed episode, we sit down with Makeni Seedling CEO Audrey Chibuulu Mkwantha to unpack the real potential of horticulture, value addition, and why more young people should take farming seriously. From seed to shelf, she shares practical gems that every aspiring agripreneur needs to hear. 🌱🔥 📺 Watch now and get inspired to grow beyond the ordinary!

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Paul Richards, CEO of AgLeaseCo, to explore how agricultural leasing is transforming access to equipment for small and medium-scale farmers across Africa.

In this episode, we sit down with Alfred Mambwe, Agribusiness Manager (VisionFund Zambia) and expert in agriculture microfinance, to unpack how smart financing is transforming smallholder farming.

Welcome to the very first episode of AgriTalk Africa! 🎉 Join us as we sit down with Mr. Eric K. Mwenda, the visionary Executive Director of the Farmers Association of Zambia, to dive deep into the world of agribusiness.