01/09/2026
September begins on an agroecological note, and it feels special! Together with our partners and , we’re excited to be part of the 2026 Agroecology Week at Crossroads Hotel, Lilongwe. This week brings together government, civil society, private sector, and farmers, all sharing skills, knowledge, and building collaborations. The Guest of Honor MacPherson Nthala the Deputy Director for Land Resources Conservation Department in the Ministry of Agriculture, highlighted that agroecology is not merely a collection of farming techniques, but a holistic, science-backed, and community-centred paradigm for food system transformation. He further said Agroecology bridges indigenous ecological wisdom with modern scientific research. CARD’s Executive Director Melton Luhanga highlighted: Agroecology means working with nature, protecting soils and biodiversity, and building sustainable livelihoods. As NCA-DCA and partners we’re ready to take agroecology to greater heights. Stay tuned as we share more from the conference, through the lens of our farmers attending the conference. The journey toward value addition is just beginning!