AKTC Zambia

🌱 Soil Health and Composting Training in Chongwe District 🌱

From 2nd to 4th June 2026, the Agricultural Knowledge and Training Centre (AKTC) successfully conducted a series of Soil Health and Composting Trainings in the Kasenga area of Chongwe District.
The training targeted three cooperatives, reaching over 120 farmers from the area.

The sessions focused on enhancing farmers' understanding of the importance of soil health, including soil restoration and maintenance practices that are essential for sustainable crop production.
Participants were introduced to various composting methods and took part in a hands-on practical session on surface compost making, equipping them with skills to improve soil fertility using locally available resources.

As climate change continues to affect agricultural productivity, AKTC remains committed to empowering farmers with practical knowledge and sustainable farming practices that promote resilient and productive farming systems.

📸 Highlights from the training sessions.
🌱🚜🌍 Ministry of Agriculture, Zambia

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the Pump Maintenance & Repair Training hosted by AKTC in partnership with KSB. Your enthusiasm, active participation, and commitment to improving technical knowledge in irrigation and pump systems made the training a great success.

Special thanks to the facilitators, farm managers, electricians, pump operators, maintenance staff, and pivot operators who took time to attend and share experiences. Together, we are building stronger skills for efficient and sustainable agricultural production.

We also appreciate the continued partnership and support from KSB for making this valuable training possible. We look forward to more impactful trainings ahead.

Thank you all for being part of this successful event!

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THANK YOU 🙏🏾

A big thank you to all the farmers, partners, and stakeholders who attended yesterday’s . Your participation and enthusiasm made the event a success. 🌱

The event was highly practical, giving farmers a hands-on opportunity to learn, interact, and appreciate innovative and sustainable maize seed varieties. Proper post harvest practices and yield estimates were discussed in indepth. Special thanks to Bayer Zambia for making it possible. 🚜

it's happening right now......

Bayer Zambia Ministry of Agriculture, Zambia

Come one, come all .... it's free!!

🚜🔧 Join us for a Pump Maintenance & Repair Training hosted by the Zambia-German Agricultural Knowledge & Training Centre (AKTC) in partnership with KSB.

📅 Date: 27 May 2026
⏰ Time: 09:00 hrs
📍 Venue: AKTC – GART, Chaloshi Farm

This practical training is designed for:
✅ Farm Managers
✅ Farm Electricians
✅ Pump Operators
✅ Maintenance Staff
✅ Pivot Operators

Participants will gain valuable skills in pump operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair to improve efficiency and reduce downtime on farms.

📞 For registration & inquiries:
Genius: +260 972224494
Leslie: +260 968261578
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

🎓 Training is FREE OF CHARGE.

Ministry of Agriculture, Zambia

🚜 Tractor Driving Training Officially Underway!

We are excited to announce the successful commencement of a 12-day Tractor Driving Training for 10 participants under the – Project.

The training was officially opened by the Ministry of Agriculture Chief Engineer (Agricultural Mechanisation), Mr. Joseph Phakati, who emphasized the importance of mechanisation in improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Over the next 12 days, participants will gain hands-on and practical skills in:

✅ Tractor driving (leading to licensing)
✅ Tractor safety and maintenance
✅ Basic GPS use in agriculture
✅ Operation of key implements including:
• Boom sprayer
• Planter
• Ripper
• Disc harrow
• Trailers

This training is a significant step toward empowering farmers and enhancing mechanisation capacity within the sector.
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Ministry of Agriculture, Zambia 🚜🌱

Happy Labour Day! 🌱

Today, the Zambian-German Agricultural Knowledge and Training Centre celebrates the hardworking farmers, trainers, and agricultural professionals driving sustainable agriculture forward.

Your dedication is the backbone of food security and innovation. Together, we grow a resilient future!

Winter wheat planting is underway! 🌱
The conventional 5 hectares have now been planted, complementing the other 5 hectares under conservation agriculture that were planted just 3 days ago.
It’s always exciting to see both systems side by side — a practical comparison of approaches as we continue promoting sustainable and productive farming practices.
Looking forward to monitoring crop performance, soil health, and overall outcomes in the coming weeks.

Ministry of Agriculture, Zambia