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13/05/2026

🌱 Strengthening Plant Health Through Knowledge Sharing

Across KCOA work, one thing remains clear, access to practical knowledge is key to building resilient, sustainable food systems.

Through the KCOA Knowledge Platform, several resources continue to support learning and action on natural plant protection and soil health, empowering farmers, trainers, and practitioners with simple, effective agroecological solutions:

📘 From KHEA; Biological agroecological plant health protection
https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Biological_agroecological-plant-health-protection.pdf

🌿 From KHEA; The Benefits and How-to Guide of Compost Tea for Healthier Plants and Soil;https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Compost-tea.pdf

🧪 From KHSA; How to make and use fermented biofertilisers;
https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/KATC-Poster_LiquidBio.pdf

🥬 From KHNA; Prevention and Treatment of Diseases and Pests in Vegetable Farming;https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/KP-28.-Prevention-et-traitement-des-maladies-et-ravageurs-en-maraichage.pdf

🍃 From KHCA; Papaya leaf-based fungicide – a natural method for protecting plants against diseases; https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Fongicide-a-base-de-feuille-de-papayer.docx

These resources are not just information, they are practical tools for healthier soils, stronger crops, and more resilient farming systems.

Let’s continue to learn, share, and apply knowledge for sustainable agriculture.

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

05/05/2026

We are pleased to share that the upcoming WYNA Global Café webinar on “Digital Pathways to Agroecology Transition,” taking place on 7th May, will bring together a diverse group of experts from across the agroecology and organic agriculture community.

The session will feature presenters from Biovision Africa Trust and PELUM Uganda, alongside other key contributors, to explore how digital platforms are supporting agroecology transitions across Africa.

Discussions will highlight the role of the Knowledge Centre for Organic Agriculture (KCOA) Platform in advancing Phase III priorities, particularly on capacity building, knowledge management, and knowledge dissemination. Through this work, KCOA continues to strengthen access to agroecological knowledge, support learning exchanges, and promote the sharing of practical solutions for sustainable food systems.

This webinar provides an important space for dialogue on how digital innovation can accelerate the transition towards more resilient and sustainable agriculture systems.

👉 Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cUX6i7NgRLGgCt9V_XlAhw #/registration
Please note: registration is required to receive the Zoom access link.

05/05/2026

🌱 Field engagement continues to shape how we deliver impact across KHEA!

Our ongoing KHEA Monitoring and Support Supervision Visits with PELUM Kenya Association are not just about tracking progress but they are about learning, connecting, and improving how we work together.

Through these visits, we are able to:
✔️ See real progress on the ground
✔️ Learn directly from communities and partners
✔️ Strengthen collaboration across the network
✔️ Respond to challenges as they arise

The team, represented by the KHEA Project Communications Officer-Pamella Magino , the KHEA M&E officer - Lennox Ouma and KHEA Accountant CPA Ephraim I. from Biovision Africa Trust (the lead coordinating agency of the KCOA-KHEA Project), together with Participatory Ecological Land Use Management - PELUM Uganda (Co-Host of the project), is working closely with PELUM Kenya Association to support implementation and strengthen key project systems under the KHEA initiative.

These moments of reflection and learning are key to ensuring that our work remains relevant, responsive, and impactful.

Because monitoring isn’t just about checking boxes, it’s about making sure change is truly happening where it matters most. 💚

29/04/2026

🌱 Strengthening Capacity, Collaboration & Knowledge Systems in Madagascar

As part of the KCOA-KHEA Phase III focus on capacity building, networking and linkages, and knowledge management and dissemination, the KHEA Regional Team represented by the KHEA Project Manager-Francis Nsanga and KHEA Accountant - Ephraim Indeche from Biovision Africa Trust the lead coordinating agency of the Kcoa Khea Project and PELUM Uganda the Co-Host of the KCOA KHEA Project are currently in Madagascar working with GSDM and Symabio - Syndicat Malgache de l'Agriculture Biologique to support implementation and strengthen key project systems under the KHEA initiative from 27th April - 1st May 2026.

The session involves; reviewing and reflect on progress for Phase 3 implementation, and strengthen coordination across the CIP in Madagascar.

Key outcomes include:
1. Alignment of methodologies and management approaches to enhance Phase III delivery
2. Strengthening of collaboration mechanisms within the consortium
3. Progress update on the Digital Knowledge Products platform, soon to be publicly accessible to improve knowledge sharing across the network

The ongoing discussions reaffirm strong coherence in vision across KCOA hubs in Africa and reinforced the importance of collective learning and collaboration.

Madagascar under KHEA Hub continues to play a key role in advancing sustainable agricultural knowledge systems in the region

29/04/2026

🌿FROM BALCONY TO BASKET – A TRUE SUCCESS STORY!

Jean Marie a KHEA Master Trainer trained by IFOAM - Organics International on the KCOA Project has turned a simple balcony space into a flourishing organic garden!

What started as a small urban space is now a productive garden providing fresh, healthy food while inspiring others in the community to try organic farming.

This is a powerful reminder that with the right training, even the smallest spaces can create big impact.

Agroecology is not just farming, it is transformation!

📖 Read the full story here:
https://kcoa-africa.org/from-balcony-to-basket-how-one-trainer-turned-a-small-urban-space-into-a-thriving-organic-garden/

28/04/2026

🌍 Earlier this month, we marked Earth Day 🌱

It was a moment to reflect on the importance of protecting our planet and accelerating action towards sustainable food systems.

One of the key enablers of this transformation is strong, coordinated policy that integrates agroecological and ecological approaches across sectors.

At KHEA, we continue to support knowledge sharing, capacity building, and policy engagement to drive this change.

📘 Revisit Knowledge Hub for Organic Agriculture in Southern Africa 's Multi-ministerial Policy Briefing Pack for key insights and policy recommendations:https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Agroecological_Ecological_Multi-Ministerial_2024_Policy_Briefing_Pack.pdf

28/04/2026

🌿 Earlier this month, we marked World Health Day 🌿

It was a moment to reflect on the importance of natural health solutions and the role herbs continue to play in supporting community wellbeing.

Through agroecology, communities are able to grow, use, and preserve herbal knowledge in sustainable ways.

At KHEA, we are proud to contribute to this knowledge sharing.

👉 Revisit our Knowledge Product on the Health Benefits of Herbs:
https://kcoa-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/KP-4-HEALTH-BENEFITS-OF-HERBS-1.pdf

28/04/2026

🌱 KHEA Representing the KCOA Network at WYNA Global Café

The Knowledge Hub for Organic Agriculture and Agroecology in Eastern Africa (KHEA) will represent the KCOA network at the upcoming WYNA Global Café webinar.

KHEA will present on:
“How the Knowledge Centre for Organic Agriculture (KCOA) Platform is advancing Agroecology Transition.”

The session will highlight how KCOA contributes to agroecology transition through:
✔️ Capacity building for stakeholders
✔️ Strengthening networking and linkages
✔️ Knowledge management and dissemination

🗓 Date: 7th May 2026
⏰ Time: 15:00–16:30 EAT
💻 Platform: Zoom
🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cUX6i7NgRLGgCt9V_XlAhw #/registration

The webinar brings together partners including PELUM Kenya and GIZ, alongside global initiatives such as IFOAM - Organics International and GFAiR.

👉 Register and be part of the conversation
👉 Explore agroecology knowledge resources here: https://kcoa-africa.org/

28/04/2026

How often do we pause and learn something new? 🌱
The latest issue of The Organic Farmer is packed with practical insights from cutting production costs to smarter planting techniques and climate-ready farming strategies.
If you’re serious about improving how you farm, work with farmers, or want to stay informed on sustainable agriculture, this is worth your time.
Don’t just scroll, read, learn, and apply.
👉 https://theorganicfarmer.org/tof-magazine-issue-230-march-2026-edition/ Biovision Africa Trust Eoa Initiative Kcoa Khea