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People from the Heartland sharing resources and knowledge with smallholder farmers in Zambia

06/13/2026

You're invited to join us for an inspiring evening at the Zambia-Iowa Agricultural Partners Annual Fundraiser!

Come enjoy great food, meaningful conversation, and encouraging stories of lives being transformed through agriculture and faith in rural Zambia. You'll meet like-minded people who share a heart for helping their neighbors and reducing hunger in some of the world's most vulnerable communities.

Don't wait—tickets are limited, and we would love to have you with us. Buy your tickets today and be part of an evening that will make a lasting difference.

06/11/2026

Trainer Fred Phiri recently shared photos from the harvest of the Sinda Village Demonstration Plot. More than a successful harvest, the images tell a story of neighbors working side by side for the good of their community.

The demonstration plot is a place where farmers learn proven agricultural practices, but it is also a place where cooperation and service are put into action. Villagers contribute their time and effort together, demonstrating a shared commitment to helping one another build more food-secure futures.

06/09/2026

Trainer Joshua Lundumuna recently visited a farmer who is new to ZIAP training methods. With a smile that said it all, she shared that she has never harvested this much food since she began farming.

Her joy was contagious, and her success is a powerful reminder of what happens when farmers gain access to practical training and proven agricultural practices. Stories like this are why we do what we do.

We invite you to partner with us as we work alongside farmers to reduce hunger and strengthen livelihoods in rural Zambia.

05/18/2026

Maize Harvest in Zambia

With plentiful rainfall from God
Diligent hard work
Dedicated local trainers
Following ZIAP methods
Zambians are experiencing a bountiful harvest!

04/28/2026

Harvest in Zambia; Measuring Yield

To better understand and communicate impact, ZIAP is strengthening its approach to yield measurement. Lead trainers have begun purchasing field scales and are conducting and training others to obtain yield checks at demonstration plots and neighboring farms.

The process is simple, practical, and replicable:
• Two rows of maize, each measuring six meters, are selected
• All ears from these sections are harvested and husked
• The ears are weighed using a field scale
• The recorded weight is adjusted to account for the cob
• Final figures are converted into tonnes per hectare, and into bushels per acre for our partners in the Heartland

04/27/2026

It's going to be a fun, engaging evening hearing about amazing progress and plans in Zambia, from Dr. Tracy Blackmer, ZIAP ag director, and gaining fantastic insights about Iowa ag from Dr. Steve Johnson. See you June 30 in Ankeny!

04/24/2026

Brian Mvula has begun harvesting his maize, and the impact of ZIAP’s training is already clear. He shared that the lessons he’s learned have made a significant difference in his field. As Brian put it, “The results are very good!”

Moments like this reflect the power of practical knowledge and the promise of a stronger harvest ahead.

04/08/2026

As harvest begins, Pastor Philemon Mwale shared this encouraging message:

“We thank God for the lessons from our brothers in the USA. Lives will change through this great method; the results are already visible.”

We are grateful for you, Pastor Philemon, and for all the leaders and community members whose encouragement, hard work, and enthusiasm are bringing this vision to life.

04/01/2026

A recent field day brought together key community leaders, including the District Agricultural Officer, Provincial Agricultural Officer, Block Officer, Senior Agricultural Officer, and the Chief Spokesperson.

Pastors Tonga and Mwale shared that these leaders expressed genuine enthusiasm for the new farming methods. They were encouraged by what they saw and urged the team to continue expanding this teaching throughout the community.

Their support is a powerful reminder that this work is making a meaningful difference and gaining momentum.

03/15/2026

Pastor Robert Tonga standing in a demonstration plot with stalks far above his head. Maize has been harvested and husked for roasting ears. We are grateful for all of the trainers who have invested in their communities. It is through hard work and sacrifice that pastor - leaders like Pastor Tonga demonstrate the love of Jesus to their communities.

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P. O. Box 573
Ankeny, IA
50023

Telephone

+15152163006

Website

http://www.ziap.org/

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