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Enhancing Food Security Through Sustainable Agriculture: A Case Study of the Pfumvudza/Intwasa Program in Zimbabwe
Abstract
The Pfumvudza programme is an example of how sustainable agriculture can empower smallholder farmers and contribute to global food security. Usage of zero-tillage and mulching has improved soil health and yields, reduced water usage, and boosted the livelihoods of farmers. Pfumvudza offers valuable lessons for other nations grappling with food insecurity. Its principles can be adapted to diverse agroecological contexts, while its theoretical implications can inform research on long-term impact assessment, and the influence of policy on such programs. The study recommends continuous monitoring and evaluation, tailoring practises to different environments, integrating technology and capacity building among farmers, encouraging community participation and securing policy support, and prioritising climate-resilient and gender-inclusive practises. Future research directions include investigations into the program's adaptability, explorations of its social and economic implications scrutinising its climate change resilience, and fostering global collaboration for knowledge exchange.
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