Thom Ali

Lilongwe, April 25, Mana: The Malawi Government through the Ministry of Agriculture has allocated 99 billion kwacha to support farming systems and strengthen agricultural productivity in the country.

Speaking during an inspection visit at Bwanje Valley and Nambuna irrigation schemes in Dedza District, the Minister said the funds have been allocated towards  irrigation farming to improve food security and enhance income for smallholder farmers.

Kawale commended the Bwanje Valley and Nambuna irrigation schemes, noting the initiative is supporting over 10, 000 famers through sustainable agricultural practices.

He further said the Malawi government is committed to supporting irrigation farming systems in the country, by among others empowering farmers with accessible funds for essential inputs like fertilizer, seeds and other farming necessities through the Mega Farm Unit and National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF).

Chairman for Nambuna irrigation Scheme Lloyd Josiya hailed the Malawi government for implementing the initiative, saying it has transformed livelihoods of farmers and community members from surrounding areas through the Scheme.

He further disclosed that the Nambuna Scheme has benefited 492 famers through cooperatives.

He appealed to the government to further extend the initiative to other areas for economic transformation in the country.