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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the India Zambia Business Council (IZBC) and the Natural Resources Development College (NRDC) to advance Zambia’s agricultural sector.
The agreement comes at a crucial time as Zambia seeks to address the impacts of climate change and poor environmental management.
Speaking at the signing ceremony in Lusaka on Wednesday, Agriculture Minister, Reuben Phiri, highlighted the potential of the partnership to strengthen institutional linkages for innovative and sustainable agriculture in Zambia.
“The establishment of a model farm at NRDC will provide essential knowledge and hands-on experience in best practices and innovation, benefiting our students,” Phiri said.
“This will enable them to apply their skills practically before graduation, improving their employability.”
Phiri also reiterated government’s commitment to sustainable solutions for the challenges facing the country’s agriculture sector.
IZBC President, Ayyub Nagarseth expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential to transform Zambia’s agricultural landscape.
“The Model Farm at NRDC will serve as a hub of learning and innovation, offering practical training to students, enhancing staff expertise, and benefiting the broader agricultural community,” Nagarseth said.
He added, “Through this partnership, we are laying the foundation for agriculture to become the backbone of Zambia’s economy.”
Indian High Commissioner to Zambia, Ashok Kumar,
emphasized that given the recent drought, it was an opportune time for Zambia to develop strategies to respond to similar challenges in the future.
“I have seen media reports of international agencies like the World Bank supporting Zambia in the agriculture sector. India is also open to cooperating with Zambia on any project, whether through a bilateral or trilateral model with agencies like the World Bank,” he stated.
Kumar added that growth in the agriculture sector would not only ensure Zambia’s food security but could also create opportunities for exporting agricultural products.
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