System of Rice Intensification (SRI) Volunteer Handbook

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As an agroecological methodology, SRI provides farmers with a simple, clear, and relatively immediate illustration of the benefits of holistic soil and plant management based on aerobic soils, fertilization with organic matter, and significantly reduced plant densities (80[95% fewer plants in most circumstances).1 Despite the dramatic reduction in plants and the de[emphasis on synthetic inputs, […]

Farmers Empowered through Agroecology Innovations at Practical Workshop in Ofinso

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In a significant stride toward promoting sustainable agriculture, the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana, in collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI), conducted a successful two-day practical workshop on agroecology and circular economy innovations. Held on September 26th and 27th, the event attracted 58 participants, including farmer association leaders, agriculture […]

Tanzania: Researchers, Extension officers and Rice farmers trained on SRI Principles

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Researchers from Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI), extension officers and Rice farmers at Ruvu scheme in Chalinze District, Coast Regional and Mkula schemes in Kilombero District, in Morogoro Region have trained on integrated ways of control pests that affect rice farming and benefit of Plant Clinic model as continuation of the training under the project […]