Buhani Farmers Trained in Climate-Smart Irrigation

In Summary

• Farmers in Mungoma Ward trained on Climate-Smart Agriculture under the Buhani irrigation project.
• Training covered soil and water management, efficient irrigation systems, and smart water use.
• Farmers gained hands-on skills in drip and sprinkler irrigation installation and maintenance.
• Demonstration farms set up as community learning hubs for continuous knowledge transfer.
• Initiative part of the national Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Program to boost resilience and food security.

Farmers in Mungoma Ward, Vihiga Sub-County, have been equipped with new Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies designed to improve food security and safeguard livelihoods against the growing threats of climate change.

The intensive training, organized through the Directorate of Climate Change, provided participants with both theoretical and hands-on experience in modern farming practices.

Key areas included soil and water conservation, efficient irrigation systems, and smart water use to maximize productivity while minimizing wastage. Farmers learned how to install, operate, and maintain drip and sprinkler systems—technologies proven to boost yields even in the face of erratic rainfall.

To ensure long-term knowledge sharing, demonstration farms have been established in the ward, serving as training hubs where local farmers can continue to learn and adopt best practices.

The initiative is part of the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Program, a nationwide effort by the government to enhance agricultural resilience and promote sustainable livelihoods across counties.

Officials noted that such projects will not only strengthen food security but also enable farmers to adapt effectively to changing climatic conditions, ensuring consistent yields and improved incomes for households.