2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit
May 21, 2010
Village Tungamalenga
Pastor Naftali Nga’amilo
Companion Shepherd of the Valley, Apple Valley
Attendees 4
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel Malima
We met the Pastor and few church leaders working on the harvested rice. We had to move around to see all the plots.
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for taking yield measurements
Topics
1. Rain records
Pastor told us that the rain records are with the Treasury of the congregation who could not attend because he had an emergency. We told them we need to see the records in order to offer them better advice about farming. They are going to keep them until our next visit.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
Corn has already been harvested here. Before they harvested Pastor called us and gave him the instructions through the phone and we are glad they have followed them very well. Corn plants and ears in different three rows (10m) have been counted and clearly recorded. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking measurements. We told them to do the same in the bean plot. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
I had a discussion with the Pastor about the plots. He said all three plots were moved in different locations this season. He said they moved plots to get access of irrigation water. Bean plot and rice plot seem to perform better this year however corn plot did not have good yield. Pastor said the irrigation water did not reach it. There is on-going on village conflict about irrigation. The government has decided to construct an irrigation scheme to help farmers to utilize efficiently water. The newly constructed irrigation scheme has channels which directing water in a different direction (where there is more land for rice farming). One part of the village did not get water this season and another part got water. There will be land distribution in the newly constructed irrigation scheme, therefore the congregation has asked for a piece of land for the demonstration plot from the village authority. Pastor said there is great possibility to get that land. If they are going to be successful, the plot will move again next year.
• Corn plot
Corn has been harvested. The yield has been poor because of the drought. They said the rain stopped at the filling stage; moreover the rain in the whole season has not been good. The plot was affected by termites. However some of the ears were stolen. In spite of drought the corn variety introduced in the demonstration plot managed to make some good ears hence neighbors who got nothing from their farm stole few of them.
• Bean plot
Bean plot has been planted last month. The plot is in irrigated land and the plants look good. They are about 6-7 inches.
• Rice plot
Rice plot looks okay. The rice is mature and soon to be harvested. This plot got enough irrigation water therefore the drought did not affect it. The variety planted here is highly yield variety.
Conclusions/Recommendations
Although the village has been affected by drought, the farming valley seems to have enough water for irrigation. The rice fields got enough irrigated water hence it seems that they are going to have good rice yield this season. We hope the bean plot will perform better this year.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Mwatasi - CVP Visit - May 20-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 20, 2010
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor, MN
Attendees 7
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christus Victor, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag. These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot is a little bit good; however this is due to shortage of water for irrigation. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested although they are matured enough and about to start drying.
Corn are already harvested and piled at pastor’s house.
Comments
The drought affected the corn and beans besides using irrigation, the amount of water for irrigation depends to the amount of rain received in the catchment areas(where the river flow starts)
We had few people who attended the meeting, because they are busy harvesting their crops. The last three days Elephants came to attack /eat their crops so they spend nights to scar the animals by making noise through beating iron sheets or metal containers.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how to control pests such as birds eating matured corn (kernels)
We told them, to use string around the corn field, they said they did it. But when we went there we found out they only kept string around the plot, so we told them they should also put in the middle as well. This will prevent the birds to fly directly in the plot.
Ø They were wondering why we are teaching them to measure yield from 10 m within the rows in three different locations.
This will give them an ability to estimate their yield for the whole plot.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for working on the plots and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 20, 2010
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor, MN
Attendees 7
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christus Victor, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag. These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot is a little bit good; however this is due to shortage of water for irrigation. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested although they are matured enough and about to start drying.
Corn are already harvested and piled at pastor’s house.
Comments
The drought affected the corn and beans besides using irrigation, the amount of water for irrigation depends to the amount of rain received in the catchment areas(where the river flow starts)
We had few people who attended the meeting, because they are busy harvesting their crops. The last three days Elephants came to attack /eat their crops so they spend nights to scar the animals by making noise through beating iron sheets or metal containers.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how to control pests such as birds eating matured corn (kernels)
We told them, to use string around the corn field, they said they did it. But when we went there we found out they only kept string around the plot, so we told them they should also put in the middle as well. This will prevent the birds to fly directly in the plot.
Ø They were wondering why we are teaching them to measure yield from 10 m within the rows in three different locations.
This will give them an ability to estimate their yield for the whole plot.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for working on the plots and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Mlowa-CVP Visit May 20-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 20, 2010
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor, MN
Attendees 7
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christus Victor, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag. These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot is a little bit good; however this is due to shortage of water for irrigation. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested although they are matured enough and about to start drying.
Corn are already harvested and piled at pastor’s house.
Comments
The drought affected the corn and beans besides using irrigation, the amount of water for irrigation depends to the amount of rain received in the catchment areas(where the river flow starts)
We had few people who attended the meeting, because they are busy harvesting their crops. The last three days Elephants came to attack /eat their crops so they spend nights to scar the animals by making noise through beating iron sheets or metal containers.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how to control pests such as birds eating matured corn (kernels)
We told them, to use string around the corn field, they said they did it. But when we went there we found out they only kept string around the plot, so we told them they should also put in the middle as well. This will prevent the birds to fly directly in the plot.
Ø They were wondering why we are teaching them to measure yield from 10 m within the rows in three different locations.
This will give them an ability to estimate their yield for the whole plot.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for working on the plots and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 20, 2010
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor, MN
Attendees 7
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christus Victor, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag. These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot is a little bit good; however this is due to shortage of water for irrigation. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested although they are matured enough and about to start drying.
Corn are already harvested and piled at pastor’s house.
Comments
The drought affected the corn and beans besides using irrigation, the amount of water for irrigation depends to the amount of rain received in the catchment areas(where the river flow starts)
We had few people who attended the meeting, because they are busy harvesting their crops. The last three days Elephants came to attack /eat their crops so they spend nights to scar the animals by making noise through beating iron sheets or metal containers.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how to control pests such as birds eating matured corn (kernels)
We told them, to use string around the corn field, they said they did it. But when we went there we found out they only kept string around the plot, so we told them they should also put in the middle as well. This will prevent the birds to fly directly in the plot.
Ø They were wondering why we are teaching them to measure yield from 10 m within the rows in three different locations.
This will give them an ability to estimate their yield for the whole plot.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for working on the plots and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Nduli-CVP Visit May 19-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 19, 2010
Village Nduli
Pastor Laiton Muyinga
Companion Christ the King
Attendees 8
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christ the King, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans are already harvested, they were fine but the drought happened at grain filling stage, yield won’t be good.
Corn also was already harvested and piled in the church store.
Comments
They already harvested both beans and corn, but not yet shelled.
The drought affected the corn and beans, so the yield is as not as good.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked if the how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They due to existence of draught for several years now, are there any possibility of the Institute to construct dam or Irrigation scheme?
The answer is no, the Institute is only able to provide training for the time being however we reminded them discuss with government leaders and see if there is possibility.
They are about to plant beans this month, how should they apply fertilizer?
They should apply during the planting time. We recommended them to place fertilizer 5 cm away from the seeds. For beans they should put “seed, seed, fertilizer, seed, seed, fertilizer etc”
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for their turn up to the meeting and encouraged them to practice what we are training them for the better life improvement.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 19, 2010
Village Nduli
Pastor Laiton Muyinga
Companion Christ the King
Attendees 8
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Christ the King, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans are already harvested, they were fine but the drought happened at grain filling stage, yield won’t be good.
Corn also was already harvested and piled in the church store.
Comments
They already harvested both beans and corn, but not yet shelled.
The drought affected the corn and beans, so the yield is as not as good.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked if the how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They due to existence of draught for several years now, are there any possibility of the Institute to construct dam or Irrigation scheme?
The answer is no, the Institute is only able to provide training for the time being however we reminded them discuss with government leaders and see if there is possibility.
They are about to plant beans this month, how should they apply fertilizer?
They should apply during the planting time. We recommended them to place fertilizer 5 cm away from the seeds. For beans they should put “seed, seed, fertilizer, seed, seed, fertilizer etc”
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for their turn up to the meeting and encouraged them to practice what we are training them for the better life improvement.
Ilambilole - CVP Report May 19-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year Two
May 19, 2010
Village Ilambilole
Pastor Doricus Kimbavala
Companion Our Saviours, Hastings
Attendees 10
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel Malima
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for taking yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis.
The village has been affected by drought. February was the month with severe shortage of rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
We went to the plots. The plot has been harvested already. However the Pastor was smart enough to take the yields in 10m length in three different rows. The number of plants and ears has been recorded as they are supposed to. However we gave him the Yield measurement sheets to write down measurements in liters. To get good comparison, we asked Pastor and members of the congregation attended to go and do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plants in some of the farms in the village dried before they even form ears. Although the village has shortage of rainfall, the corn in the demonstration plot managed to produce corn ears. After taking the yield measurement, the harvest is expected to be better that most of the farms here.
• Bean plot
The beans did not perform well with this drought. Soon after flowering began, drought started. However, the techniques applied in the demonstration plot and the drought resistant variety introduced helped few pods to be formed and got filled. We told them to measure what they did get and record in the yield measurement sheet.
Comments/questions from audience
A lady stood up and said that the farming education we have introduced has been very helpful to her and other villagers. She was grateful that we have introduced the seed variety which is drought resistant because the village usually experiences the rain shortage. Although most of the villagers will not harvest anything this season, she hopes to harvest something from her farm. She expressed her thanks to the institute for the project.
Pastor said that there has been a termite’s problem; they used the termite’s pesticides given at the beginning of last farming season but it did not work out. He was wondering what was the problem
We told him, probably the pesticides was expired since it was given to them 2 years ago. Moreover they were supposing to broadcast and not to put the pesticides in the holes as they did.
Pastor told us that in April, 2010. The District commissioner (DC), The District Agricultural Officer and Village executive Officer visited the farm. They were impressed with the establishment of the demonstration plot here and the farming techniques taught. They said they will encourage people living around Ilambilole to go and learn from it.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We have been impressed by the visit of the District commissioner here. We told the members of the congregation to keep on doing the good work for their own learning benefit. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year Two
May 19, 2010
Village Ilambilole
Pastor Doricus Kimbavala
Companion Our Saviours, Hastings
Attendees 10
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel Malima
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for taking yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis.
The village has been affected by drought. February was the month with severe shortage of rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
We went to the plots. The plot has been harvested already. However the Pastor was smart enough to take the yields in 10m length in three different rows. The number of plants and ears has been recorded as they are supposed to. However we gave him the Yield measurement sheets to write down measurements in liters. To get good comparison, we asked Pastor and members of the congregation attended to go and do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plants in some of the farms in the village dried before they even form ears. Although the village has shortage of rainfall, the corn in the demonstration plot managed to produce corn ears. After taking the yield measurement, the harvest is expected to be better that most of the farms here.
• Bean plot
The beans did not perform well with this drought. Soon after flowering began, drought started. However, the techniques applied in the demonstration plot and the drought resistant variety introduced helped few pods to be formed and got filled. We told them to measure what they did get and record in the yield measurement sheet.
Comments/questions from audience
A lady stood up and said that the farming education we have introduced has been very helpful to her and other villagers. She was grateful that we have introduced the seed variety which is drought resistant because the village usually experiences the rain shortage. Although most of the villagers will not harvest anything this season, she hopes to harvest something from her farm. She expressed her thanks to the institute for the project.
Pastor said that there has been a termite’s problem; they used the termite’s pesticides given at the beginning of last farming season but it did not work out. He was wondering what was the problem
We told him, probably the pesticides was expired since it was given to them 2 years ago. Moreover they were supposing to broadcast and not to put the pesticides in the holes as they did.
Pastor told us that in April, 2010. The District commissioner (DC), The District Agricultural Officer and Village executive Officer visited the farm. They were impressed with the establishment of the demonstration plot here and the farming techniques taught. They said they will encourage people living around Ilambilole to go and learn from it.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We have been impressed by the visit of the District commissioner here. We told the members of the congregation to keep on doing the good work for their own learning benefit. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Kilolo - CVP Report May 18-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 18, 2010
Village Kilolo
Pastor Yohana Kinganga
Companion King of Kings, Woodbury, MN
Attendees 6
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, King of Kings, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans looks good, they like the beans variety introduced to them.
Corn not yet harvested, but they didn’t perform better as compared to last year’s. We introduced a different variety to this year, last year variety was good but some fungi diseases attack the crop so we had decided to try a different variety.
Comments
They thinks (by looking the field) won’t have a better yield as compared to last year’s corn yield. This was due to the change of corn variety.
NB: Last year after harvest, they asked if we can introduce a different variety so that they will learn and see if new variety will yield better.
We are glad that they are learning sometimes a different variety will make a difference in terms of production.
They are happy with the beans variety introduced even though the final judgment will be after harvesting.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They asked if the Institute will introduce a different corn variety for this year so that will give them more opportunity of learning more about corn variety.
It depends, if the variety we know which we think will perform better is available in the market we will love to introduce to them.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for better job they have been doing and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 18, 2010
Village Kilolo
Pastor Yohana Kinganga
Companion King of Kings, Woodbury, MN
Attendees 6
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, King of Kings, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans looks good, they like the beans variety introduced to them.
Corn not yet harvested, but they didn’t perform better as compared to last year’s. We introduced a different variety to this year, last year variety was good but some fungi diseases attack the crop so we had decided to try a different variety.
Comments
They thinks (by looking the field) won’t have a better yield as compared to last year’s corn yield. This was due to the change of corn variety.
NB: Last year after harvest, they asked if we can introduce a different variety so that they will learn and see if new variety will yield better.
We are glad that they are learning sometimes a different variety will make a difference in terms of production.
They are happy with the beans variety introduced even though the final judgment will be after harvesting.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They asked if the Institute will introduce a different corn variety for this year so that will give them more opportunity of learning more about corn variety.
It depends, if the variety we know which we think will perform better is available in the market we will love to introduce to them.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for better job they have been doing and encouraged them to practice what we are teaching them for their life improvement.
Lulanzi - CVP Report May 18-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 18, 2010
Village Lulanzi
Pastor Tuluwene Gavile
Companion Christ, Lake Elmo
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel , Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book for analysis.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yield recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. This corn variety does not rot like that of the last season. Participants said they like it. They did a replanting however it was not successfully due to rain shortage at the early stage of the corn. One side of the farm has been affected by wind. The trees which used to act as wind breaks have been harvested for timber.
• Bean plot
Bean plants are in the flowering stage. They have been planted in the mid of March, 2010. They look fine. Good yield is expected.
Comments/questions from audience
When beans grow, it is difficult to use wide hand hoe to do weeding
One among the advantages of close spacing is to suppress weeds by forming thick canopy when the beans grow up. The farmers are advised to do early weeding and they will not have to do it frequently later on.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements. After the meeting we went to the village office to get the village population data and inviting the village leaders to our next meeting.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 18, 2010
Village Lulanzi
Pastor Tuluwene Gavile
Companion Christ, Lake Elmo
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel , Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book for analysis.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yield recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. This corn variety does not rot like that of the last season. Participants said they like it. They did a replanting however it was not successfully due to rain shortage at the early stage of the corn. One side of the farm has been affected by wind. The trees which used to act as wind breaks have been harvested for timber.
• Bean plot
Bean plants are in the flowering stage. They have been planted in the mid of March, 2010. They look fine. Good yield is expected.
Comments/questions from audience
When beans grow, it is difficult to use wide hand hoe to do weeding
One among the advantages of close spacing is to suppress weeds by forming thick canopy when the beans grow up. The farmers are advised to do early weeding and they will not have to do it frequently later on.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements. After the meeting we went to the village office to get the village population data and inviting the village leaders to our next meeting.
Nyanzwa - CVP Report May 17-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 17, 2010
Village Nyanzwa
Pastor Luhwano Mwafute
Companion Easter Lutheran Church
Attendees 200
Weather for the past month Very Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
We went with Pastor Paul Harris from Easter Lutheran and Mwandelema- veterinarian from DIRA who is responsible for livestock keeping- He addressed the issues related to Dairy goat keeping.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Easter Lutheran Church, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans are not yet planted, they will plant beans at the irrigation sites end of May, 2010.
Corn not yet harvested, but they didn’t perform better due to excessively drought.
Comments
We had a large number of people a little bit over 200 villagers; we also had people and village government leaders from near by village called Igunda. People are appreciated the program and they believed the crops could have been good but because of draught they don’t look good.
They will plant beans end of this month (May) because they are going to irrigate.
The drought affected the corn plot and they are not going to have a better yield.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They told us normally they experience draught, is there any possibility of the Institute to construct dam or Irrigation scheme?
The answer is no, the Institute is only able to provide training for the time being however we reminded them discuss with government leaders and see if there is possibility.
They are about to plant beans this month, how should they apply fertilizer?
They should apply during the planting time. We recommended them to place fertilizer 5 cm away from the seeds. For beans they should put “seed, seed, fertilizer, seed, seed, fertilizer etc”
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for their turn up to the meeting and encouraged them to practice what we are training them for the better life improvement.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 17, 2010
Village Nyanzwa
Pastor Luhwano Mwafute
Companion Easter Lutheran Church
Attendees 200
Weather for the past month Very Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
We went with Pastor Paul Harris from Easter Lutheran and Mwandelema- veterinarian from DIRA who is responsible for livestock keeping- He addressed the issues related to Dairy goat keeping.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Easter Lutheran Church, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans are not yet planted, they will plant beans at the irrigation sites end of May, 2010.
Corn not yet harvested, but they didn’t perform better due to excessively drought.
Comments
We had a large number of people a little bit over 200 villagers; we also had people and village government leaders from near by village called Igunda. People are appreciated the program and they believed the crops could have been good but because of draught they don’t look good.
They will plant beans end of this month (May) because they are going to irrigate.
The drought affected the corn plot and they are not going to have a better yield.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked how they can determine the amount of rain.
We told them, the rain gauge that was given to them will help to determine the amount of rain received. To get better results, they have to record effectively.
They told us normally they experience draught, is there any possibility of the Institute to construct dam or Irrigation scheme?
The answer is no, the Institute is only able to provide training for the time being however we reminded them discuss with government leaders and see if there is possibility.
They are about to plant beans this month, how should they apply fertilizer?
They should apply during the planting time. We recommended them to place fertilizer 5 cm away from the seeds. For beans they should put “seed, seed, fertilizer, seed, seed, fertilizer etc”
Conclusions/Recommendations
We appreciated them for their turn up to the meeting and encouraged them to practice what we are training them for the better life improvement.
Ruaha-Mbuyuni - CVP Report May 17-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year One
May 17, 2010
Village Ruaha Mbuyuni (Kwale)
Pastor Elia Kango
Companion Holy Trinity, New Prague
Attendees 8
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
In this visit we were accompanied by Pastor Paul Harris from Easter Lutheran and Dr.Mwandelema(veterinarian) from DIRA. This place is real dry. The plots are located in the area near by the river where they can be irrigated. When we arrived, we went directly to the plots. The demonstrations took place over there.
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for taking yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book. The village has been affected by drought. The area got few rains at the end of December and few days in January only.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
Plots
• Bean plot
The bean plot has been planted last Saturday. They told us this is the time to plant beans in Kwale. The bean plot is in different location with that of corn. They have decided to locate the bean plot here because of the problems they are having with the water pump. They are using somebody’s water pump which is old and currently does not function well. That pump is near by the corn plot. There is a guy with a new pump in other side of this irrigation land. He is going to run the pump to irrigate his farm, they have asked him to use that pump for beans, he has allowed them to use it to irrigate ¼ acre only. The bean plot has been moved nearby this guy’s farm to take the advantage of this guy’s pump. They asked us to look the way they have planted; they have done a good job.
• Corn plot
We visited the corn plot about 400m from that of the bean. The corn has been planted March 13, 2010. The plot is usually irrigated in the interval of 7-8 days (if the pump works fine). In our last visit (January) we gave them 50,000/=TShs, that is what has been used to buy fuel for the pump. Last week (May 10, 2010) they did the second application of fertilizer. The plants are at knee high. They look fine although there are signs of poor germination. They said after planting, the pump had a problem; some seeds did not germinate because of lack of enough moisture. One side of the farm has taller plants about 5 inches more that another side. Reason is; one time they did irrigate one part of the farm and the pump stopped working, they had to repair it, one week later they managed to irrigate the other part.
Comment
Pastor said Masai men do wait for something to have an outcome before they participate or adopt. He said if the demonstration plot is going to give highest yields than the rest of the plots in that area, men will start to participate and adopt the techniques but if the yields are going to be poor, only women and children will be left to go on with the plot. However since the food crisis is becoming serious in Tanzania and many Masai (livestock keepers) lose many cattle due to drought and diseases, Men are now abandoning some of their customs and starting find ways to learn how to farm. There were number of Masai men in group who are active in the project.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We told them to do a good job in the demonstration plots. The good job will result into higher yields. We told them they should take the measurements as we instruct. This will give clear comparison with how neighbors’ plot performance. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year One
May 17, 2010
Village Ruaha Mbuyuni (Kwale)
Pastor Elia Kango
Companion Holy Trinity, New Prague
Attendees 8
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
In this visit we were accompanied by Pastor Paul Harris from Easter Lutheran and Dr.Mwandelema(veterinarian) from DIRA. This place is real dry. The plots are located in the area near by the river where they can be irrigated. When we arrived, we went directly to the plots. The demonstrations took place over there.
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for taking yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book. The village has been affected by drought. The area got few rains at the end of December and few days in January only.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
Plots
• Bean plot
The bean plot has been planted last Saturday. They told us this is the time to plant beans in Kwale. The bean plot is in different location with that of corn. They have decided to locate the bean plot here because of the problems they are having with the water pump. They are using somebody’s water pump which is old and currently does not function well. That pump is near by the corn plot. There is a guy with a new pump in other side of this irrigation land. He is going to run the pump to irrigate his farm, they have asked him to use that pump for beans, he has allowed them to use it to irrigate ¼ acre only. The bean plot has been moved nearby this guy’s farm to take the advantage of this guy’s pump. They asked us to look the way they have planted; they have done a good job.
• Corn plot
We visited the corn plot about 400m from that of the bean. The corn has been planted March 13, 2010. The plot is usually irrigated in the interval of 7-8 days (if the pump works fine). In our last visit (January) we gave them 50,000/=TShs, that is what has been used to buy fuel for the pump. Last week (May 10, 2010) they did the second application of fertilizer. The plants are at knee high. They look fine although there are signs of poor germination. They said after planting, the pump had a problem; some seeds did not germinate because of lack of enough moisture. One side of the farm has taller plants about 5 inches more that another side. Reason is; one time they did irrigate one part of the farm and the pump stopped working, they had to repair it, one week later they managed to irrigate the other part.
Comment
Pastor said Masai men do wait for something to have an outcome before they participate or adopt. He said if the demonstration plot is going to give highest yields than the rest of the plots in that area, men will start to participate and adopt the techniques but if the yields are going to be poor, only women and children will be left to go on with the plot. However since the food crisis is becoming serious in Tanzania and many Masai (livestock keepers) lose many cattle due to drought and diseases, Men are now abandoning some of their customs and starting find ways to learn how to farm. There were number of Masai men in group who are active in the project.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We told them to do a good job in the demonstration plots. The good job will result into higher yields. We told them they should take the measurements as we instruct. This will give clear comparison with how neighbors’ plot performance. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Ng'ang'ange CVP Visit - May 14-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 13, 2010
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daison Mpesa
Companion Our Saviour’s, Still water
Attendees 32
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis. In this season the village got enough rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheet provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plot looks fine. The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. Members of the congregation are happy with the corn variety we have introduced to them. Good yield is expected in this plot.
• Bean plot
The beans are in the flowering stage. There are two parts of the plot, each has different planting date. We told them, next time they should make sure they have the same panting date in the whole plot. There are leaf-eating bugs; we instruct them to spray the pesticides (Thionex) we gave them called. This will prevent flower damage by these bugs.
Comments/questions from audience
They asked what corn plants should be counted and what should not be counted?
We told them that as instructed in the handout, the corn plants which should be counted are those with ears to be harvested
How about the rotten corn, should they be counted too?
The rotten corn which will be discarding should not be counted because they will not contribute in the volume measurements. However they should be put in the records so that we may not how many ears rot. Knowing the number of rotten ears will help us to determine the suitability of the variety
Conclusions/Recommendations
We did not have village leaders today. We asked Pastor to invite them to attend our next meeting. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 13, 2010
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daison Mpesa
Companion Our Saviour’s, Still water
Attendees 32
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis. In this season the village got enough rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheet provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plot looks fine. The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. Members of the congregation are happy with the corn variety we have introduced to them. Good yield is expected in this plot.
• Bean plot
The beans are in the flowering stage. There are two parts of the plot, each has different planting date. We told them, next time they should make sure they have the same panting date in the whole plot. There are leaf-eating bugs; we instruct them to spray the pesticides (Thionex) we gave them called. This will prevent flower damage by these bugs.
Comments/questions from audience
They asked what corn plants should be counted and what should not be counted?
We told them that as instructed in the handout, the corn plants which should be counted are those with ears to be harvested
How about the rotten corn, should they be counted too?
The rotten corn which will be discarding should not be counted because they will not contribute in the volume measurements. However they should be put in the records so that we may not how many ears rot. Knowing the number of rotten ears will help us to determine the suitability of the variety
Conclusions/Recommendations
We did not have village leaders today. We asked Pastor to invite them to attend our next meeting. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Mlafu - CVP Report May 13-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 13, 2010
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daison Mpesa
Companion Our Saviour’s, Still water
Attendees 32
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis. In this season the village got enough rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheet provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plot looks fine. The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. Members of the congregation are happy with the corn variety we have introduced to them. Good yield is expected in this plot.
• Bean plot
The beans are in the flowering stage. There are two parts of the plot, each has different planting date. We told them, next time they should make sure they have the same panting date in the whole plot. There are leaf-eating bugs; we instruct them to spray the pesticides (Thionex) we gave them called. This will prevent flower damage by these bugs.
Comments/questions from audience
They asked what corn plants should be counted and what should not be counted?
We told them that as instructed in the handout, the corn plants which should be counted are those with ears to be harvested
How about the rotten corn, should they be counted too?
The rotten corn which will be discarding should not be counted because they will not contribute in the volume measurements. However they should be put in the records so that we may not how many ears rot. Knowing the number of rotten ears will help us to determine the suitability of the variety
Conclusions/Recommendations
We did not have village leaders today. We asked Pastor to invite them to attend our next meeting. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 13, 2010
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daison Mpesa
Companion Our Saviour’s, Still water
Attendees 32
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our notebook for analysis. In this season the village got enough rainfall.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheet provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
Corn plot looks fine. The ears are not dried enough to be harvested. Members of the congregation are happy with the corn variety we have introduced to them. Good yield is expected in this plot.
• Bean plot
The beans are in the flowering stage. There are two parts of the plot, each has different planting date. We told them, next time they should make sure they have the same panting date in the whole plot. There are leaf-eating bugs; we instruct them to spray the pesticides (Thionex) we gave them called. This will prevent flower damage by these bugs.
Comments/questions from audience
They asked what corn plants should be counted and what should not be counted?
We told them that as instructed in the handout, the corn plants which should be counted are those with ears to be harvested
How about the rotten corn, should they be counted too?
The rotten corn which will be discarding should not be counted because they will not contribute in the volume measurements. However they should be put in the records so that we may not how many ears rot. Knowing the number of rotten ears will help us to determine the suitability of the variety
Conclusions/Recommendations
We did not have village leaders today. We asked Pastor to invite them to attend our next meeting. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Itungi - CVP Report May 13-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 13, 2010
Village Itungi
Pastor Damian Ngandango and Ass. Pastor Meshack Magova
Companion Como Park
Attendees 9
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Como Park, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plots looks very good, they just past the grain filling stage and soon they will start drying.
Corn looks good, even though they admitted that at certain time the rainfall was not good.
Comments
They like the beans seeds variety introduced by the Institute of Agriculture, yields a lot but they will do a final judgment when they find out how they taste!
The weather this year was no as good as it was supposed to be. Most of their field crops are no good.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know if they are able to buy herbicides, are we recommending them to use it.
We told them we are recommending as long as they use the recommended concentration or amount. If they use based on the recommendation, it is the effective ways of weed control.
They asked eating green leaves if will give them any nutritional value.
We told them, yes will give them a nutritional value especially Vitamin C.
Why do we recommend them to have a 10 m rows, will that help?
This helps them to determine/estimate yield in their farms, also this reminds them the total yield is determined by the single plant grown in the field.
Conclusions/Recommendations
They have to work hard on the weed control especially when the crops are about to mature in the field.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 13, 2010
Village Itungi
Pastor Damian Ngandango and Ass. Pastor Meshack Magova
Companion Como Park
Attendees 9
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Como Park, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plots looks very good, they just past the grain filling stage and soon they will start drying.
Corn looks good, even though they admitted that at certain time the rainfall was not good.
Comments
They like the beans seeds variety introduced by the Institute of Agriculture, yields a lot but they will do a final judgment when they find out how they taste!
The weather this year was no as good as it was supposed to be. Most of their field crops are no good.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know if they are able to buy herbicides, are we recommending them to use it.
We told them we are recommending as long as they use the recommended concentration or amount. If they use based on the recommendation, it is the effective ways of weed control.
They asked eating green leaves if will give them any nutritional value.
We told them, yes will give them a nutritional value especially Vitamin C.
Why do we recommend them to have a 10 m rows, will that help?
This helps them to determine/estimate yield in their farms, also this reminds them the total yield is determined by the single plant grown in the field.
Conclusions/Recommendations
They have to work hard on the weed control especially when the crops are about to mature in the field.
Mkimbizi - CVP Report May 12-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year One
May 12, 2010
Village Mkimbizi
Pastor Ambrosi Mwakikoti, Haule
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, Saint Paul
Attendees
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev Mang’ulisa
We went to the parish to pick Pastor and evangelists. We met one pastor, the other pastor is about to get married so he went to attend marriage meeting. We drove to the preaching point where we met to ladies waiting for us.
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
The rain records were kept by another pastor who was not present. I told them, I will go next time to get them.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
We visited the corn plot. The effect of drought can be seen. However the corn looks better than the corn in the neighbor’s farm.
• Bean plot
The bean did not reach maturity. They dried out before even forming pods. There will be no beans to harvest.
Comments/questions from audience
As we were moving around the farm, we saw one side of the farm with different corn with the other parts of the farm. Pastor was wondering what might cause that situation
We told him that the part with different corn has a little bit of sharper slope than the rest of the farm. It seems like there has been more soil erosion here which has eroded the nutrients from this part of the farm. Mulching will reduce soil erosion and fertilizers will add up the nutrients lost
Although there has been drought in this area, members said that the corn seed we gave them perform better and the plot looks different from other neighbors’ farms.
We told them together with planting drought resistant varieties; the other factors were minimum tillage and crop residues which help to conserve moisture in the soil.
Conclusions/Recommendations
The parish is in urban area; however the plot is located in the preaching point. Pastor told us some of the members have farms outside of town. The demonstration plot has been an interesting subject to learn. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th visit Year One
May 12, 2010
Village Mkimbizi
Pastor Ambrosi Mwakikoti, Haule
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, Saint Paul
Attendees
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev Mang’ulisa
We went to the parish to pick Pastor and evangelists. We met one pastor, the other pastor is about to get married so he went to attend marriage meeting. We drove to the preaching point where we met to ladies waiting for us.
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
The rain records were kept by another pastor who was not present. I told them, I will go next time to get them.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
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Plots
• Corn plot
We visited the corn plot. The effect of drought can be seen. However the corn looks better than the corn in the neighbor’s farm.
• Bean plot
The bean did not reach maturity. They dried out before even forming pods. There will be no beans to harvest.
Comments/questions from audience
As we were moving around the farm, we saw one side of the farm with different corn with the other parts of the farm. Pastor was wondering what might cause that situation
We told him that the part with different corn has a little bit of sharper slope than the rest of the farm. It seems like there has been more soil erosion here which has eroded the nutrients from this part of the farm. Mulching will reduce soil erosion and fertilizers will add up the nutrients lost
Although there has been drought in this area, members said that the corn seed we gave them perform better and the plot looks different from other neighbors’ farms.
We told them together with planting drought resistant varieties; the other factors were minimum tillage and crop residues which help to conserve moisture in the soil.
Conclusions/Recommendations
The parish is in urban area; however the plot is located in the preaching point. Pastor told us some of the members have farms outside of town. The demonstration plot has been an interesting subject to learn. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Magulilwa - CVP Report May 11-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 11, 2010
Village Magulilwa
Pastor Upendo Lukosi and Ass. Pastor Barton Wikedzi
Companion Amazing Grace
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Amazing Grace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans were planted, but there were shortage of rain so after germination they started to dry. It indicates that they won’t harvest.
Corn looks very good but yet we have to wait and see the yield.
Comments
People are amazed by good looking corn and people are eager to see the results in terms of the amount of yield.
One guy visited Uyole Research center and saw how they prepare seeds for both corn and beans so he is happy to see we have introduced bean seeds from Uyole.
The drought affected the beans plot and they are not going to harvest anything at all. They managed to plant but they hard a very poor germination due to shortage of rain.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked what measures they can take to overcome the army worms’ outbreak.
We told them they have to report to the government leaders as soon as possible, the government has a special department to overcome the outbreaks of army worms and others.
Is H614 better than the H628?
The answer is both of this corn variety is good, even though the H614 is much better than H628
Conclusions/Recommendations
There corn looks better but we have to wait and see how many bags will be harvested. They did good job since it is their first year.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 11, 2010
Village Magulilwa
Pastor Upendo Lukosi and Ass. Pastor Barton Wikedzi
Companion Amazing Grace
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Amazing Grace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag training program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans were planted, but there were shortage of rain so after germination they started to dry. It indicates that they won’t harvest.
Corn looks very good but yet we have to wait and see the yield.
Comments
People are amazed by good looking corn and people are eager to see the results in terms of the amount of yield.
One guy visited Uyole Research center and saw how they prepare seeds for both corn and beans so he is happy to see we have introduced bean seeds from Uyole.
The drought affected the beans plot and they are not going to harvest anything at all. They managed to plant but they hard a very poor germination due to shortage of rain.
Questions from audience and answers
They asked what measures they can take to overcome the army worms’ outbreak.
We told them they have to report to the government leaders as soon as possible, the government has a special department to overcome the outbreaks of army worms and others.
Is H614 better than the H628?
The answer is both of this corn variety is good, even though the H614 is much better than H628
Conclusions/Recommendations
There corn looks better but we have to wait and see how many bags will be harvested. They did good job since it is their first year.
Ipogoro CVP Report May 11-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 11, 2010
Village Ipogoro
Pastor Nixon Mwitula
Companion Augustana
Attendees 10
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Augustana, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement the training Ag program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
They have already harvested both corn and beans. Corn yielded 4 bags of corn (equivalent to 21 tins) per ¼ acres outside the church. Beans yield is 1.25 bags and 2.5 tins (equivalent 9.5 Tins). Reason of this kind of yield is due to shortage of rain, however it is a better yield as compared to what they harvested in their fields, some farms they didn’t harvested at all.
Comments
Pioneer seeds are a good variety for them, yields well than any variety the ever planted at Ipogoro.
Pastor Nixon told us this year the harvesting offering is not good because of draught, normally they collect 6 bags but this year they only collect 1 bag.
They already chipped off the weeds in the beans plot ready for the next season.
The pastor reminded others about to have a file to document all handouts the Institute is giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
They identified the wilting happened on beans just after germination. What is this kind of problem?
We told them since we have been using certified seeds we believe it is clean seeds and free from seed born diseases, however we also identified in our research farm and took pictures and we will determine the problem and let them know.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulate them for a good job they have been doing for two years now, despite the fact that this year they received less amount of rain.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two
May 11, 2010
Village Ipogoro
Pastor Nixon Mwitula
Companion Augustana
Attendees 10
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Augustana, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement the training Ag program
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot and neighbors farm) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure and count the number of corn plants and ears. After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
They have already harvested both corn and beans. Corn yielded 4 bags of corn (equivalent to 21 tins) per ¼ acres outside the church. Beans yield is 1.25 bags and 2.5 tins (equivalent 9.5 Tins). Reason of this kind of yield is due to shortage of rain, however it is a better yield as compared to what they harvested in their fields, some farms they didn’t harvested at all.
Comments
Pioneer seeds are a good variety for them, yields well than any variety the ever planted at Ipogoro.
Pastor Nixon told us this year the harvesting offering is not good because of draught, normally they collect 6 bags but this year they only collect 1 bag.
They already chipped off the weeds in the beans plot ready for the next season.
The pastor reminded others about to have a file to document all handouts the Institute is giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
They identified the wilting happened on beans just after germination. What is this kind of problem?
We told them since we have been using certified seeds we believe it is clean seeds and free from seed born diseases, however we also identified in our research farm and took pictures and we will determine the problem and let them know.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulate them for a good job they have been doing for two years now, despite the fact that this year they received less amount of rain.
Ihemi - CVP Report May 11-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
Village Bomalang’ombe Lutheran
Pastor Lutango Tewele and Ass. Pastor Reuben Ndendya
Companion Prince of Peace, Roseville
Attendees 19
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Prince of Peace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot looks better, even though they are at flowering stage. They have long rain season so hopefully beans will make it to harvesting stage. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested.
Corn looks better as well, matured and dry but needs to dry more before harvesting done.
Comments
They appreciate the fact that we gave them training in each stage of plant growth.
He delayed planting his crops this year, but he learned a better lesson for the next year. He will make sure he plants at a proper time and follow all the instructions we are giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
How can they select seeds from the current crops in order to use in the following season?
We highly recommend to buy new seeds rather than re using the same seeds (from previous crop)
They identified the yellowish strips problem in their corn fields (not in a demonstration plot). What is cause of this kind of problem?
We told them mainly this kind of problem is cause by the Sulfur deficiency and can be solved by the use of SA (Sulfate of Ammonia)
Why sometimes when you plant seeds using fertilizers will cause seeds damage?
Method of application is a major source of damage, so we are recommending them to apply 5 cm away from the planted seed.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulated them for good job they have been doing, however we reminded them they still have two more years to learn. Effective use of the training will give them opportunity to learn a lot of things.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
Village Bomalang’ombe Lutheran
Pastor Lutango Tewele and Ass. Pastor Reuben Ndendya
Companion Prince of Peace, Roseville
Attendees 19
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Prince of Peace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot looks better, even though they are at flowering stage. They have long rain season so hopefully beans will make it to harvesting stage. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested.
Corn looks better as well, matured and dry but needs to dry more before harvesting done.
Comments
They appreciate the fact that we gave them training in each stage of plant growth.
He delayed planting his crops this year, but he learned a better lesson for the next year. He will make sure he plants at a proper time and follow all the instructions we are giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
How can they select seeds from the current crops in order to use in the following season?
We highly recommend to buy new seeds rather than re using the same seeds (from previous crop)
They identified the yellowish strips problem in their corn fields (not in a demonstration plot). What is cause of this kind of problem?
We told them mainly this kind of problem is cause by the Sulfur deficiency and can be solved by the use of SA (Sulfate of Ammonia)
Why sometimes when you plant seeds using fertilizers will cause seeds damage?
Method of application is a major source of damage, so we are recommending them to apply 5 cm away from the planted seed.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulated them for good job they have been doing, however we reminded them they still have two more years to learn. Effective use of the training will give them opportunity to learn a lot of things.
Bomalang'ombe Parish Visit- May 10-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
Village Bomalang’ombe Lutheran
Pastor Lutango Tewele and Ass. Pastor Reuben Ndendya
Companion Prince of Peace, Roseville
Attendees 19
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Prince of Peace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot looks better, even though they are at flowering stage. They have long rain season so hopefully beans will make it to harvesting stage. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested.
Corn looks better as well, matured and dry but needs to dry more before harvesting done.
Comments
They appreciate the fact that we gave them training in each stage of plant growth.
He delayed planting his crops this year, but he learned a better lesson for the next year. He will make sure he plants at a proper time and follow all the instructions we are giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
How can they select seeds from the current crops in order to use in the following season?
We highly recommend to buy new seeds rather than re using the same seeds (from previous crop)
They identified the yellowish strips problem in their corn fields (not in a demonstration plot). What is cause of this kind of problem?
We told them mainly this kind of problem is cause by the Sulfur deficiency and can be solved by the use of SA (Sulfate of Ammonia)
Why sometimes when you plant seeds using fertilizers will cause seeds damage?
Method of application is a major source of damage, so we are recommending them to apply 5 cm away from the planted seed.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulated them for good job they have been doing, however we reminded them they still have two more years to learn. Effective use of the training will give them opportunity to learn a lot of things.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
Village Bomalang’ombe Lutheran
Pastor Lutango Tewele and Ass. Pastor Reuben Ndendya
Companion Prince of Peace, Roseville
Attendees 19
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim , Gabriel and Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo gave greetings on behalf of the DIRA, Prince of Peace, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee for volunteering to provide fund and to implement of Ag program training
2. Went through the handouts
o 5th Visit handout
o Yield recording sheet
o Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
3. Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10 m row (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a 10 m string, how to measure, count the number of plants for both beans and corn (they should also count number of ears for corn). After shelling they are supposed to measure the amount of grain by using a one liter container that was given to them by the institute of Ag.
These measurements are done to both corn and beans.
Plots information
Beans plot looks better, even though they are at flowering stage. They have long rain season so hopefully beans will make it to harvesting stage. They are interested with bean variety introduced to them. Beans are still in the field, not yet harvested.
Corn looks better as well, matured and dry but needs to dry more before harvesting done.
Comments
They appreciate the fact that we gave them training in each stage of plant growth.
He delayed planting his crops this year, but he learned a better lesson for the next year. He will make sure he plants at a proper time and follow all the instructions we are giving them.
Questions from audience and answers
They wanted to know about the black bugs found on the corn field when the corn just starts to dry.
We told them mostly this kind of bugs normally attack stored corn, and this is due to poor storage. To control this kind of problem we insisted on proper storage of corn. This will be taught on our 6th Visit next time.
How can they select seeds from the current crops in order to use in the following season?
We highly recommend to buy new seeds rather than re using the same seeds (from previous crop)
They identified the yellowish strips problem in their corn fields (not in a demonstration plot). What is cause of this kind of problem?
We told them mainly this kind of problem is cause by the Sulfur deficiency and can be solved by the use of SA (Sulfate of Ammonia)
Why sometimes when you plant seeds using fertilizers will cause seeds damage?
Method of application is a major source of damage, so we are recommending them to apply 5 cm away from the planted seed.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We congratulated them for good job they have been doing, however we reminded them they still have two more years to learn. Effective use of the training will give them opportunity to learn a lot of things.
Bomalang'ombe Secondary School - CVP Report May 10-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
School Bomalang’ombe Secondary School
Headmaster Michael Mkinga
Companion Trinity Lutheran, Still water
Attendees Headmaster, The Ag Teacher, Teacher on duty and form II&IV students
Weather Still rain but not often
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
We met with students in the newly constructed school hall. We had form II and form IV students. The headmaster told us that these students have been selected to take care of the demonstration plots
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book for analysis.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
Plots
Corn plot
We visited the corn plot. There is big problem of birds (crows). Two reasons might cause this
I. It is an isolated plot
II. Crows come to the school to eat food leftovers, now they have been moving to the plot to eat matured corn
We taught them the birds control techniques; - tying bright strips and hanging the dead crows to scare the birds. We told them that they should consider this as the learning subject (bird control subject). The Ag teacher told us that some of the bean plants have been affected by what seems like fungal disease; we told them that there chemical to control that disease, they would have consulted us at the beginning of the occurrence of the disease.
Bean plot
They are now harvesting beans and spread them on the ground for drying. Since it is still raining, we told them that that was good idea to avoid rotten of beans due to continuous rainfall
Comments/questions from audience
The Ag teacher told us that they had the armyworms infestation but the pesticides we gave them in our 4th visit (Thionex) helped to control the pests. However he was wondering why the beans showed the symptoms of nitrogen deficiency in their early stage (yellow coloration) in spite of been applied NPK at the planting
We told them that that we are not sure what the problem was, but since the yellowish disappeared, the NPK applied at the planting supplied enough nitrogen needed.
Students asked why other people use booster (liquid nitrogen) in their bean farm and why we did not use booster in the demonstration plot
We told them that booster (liquid fertilizer) is used to supply nitrogen to the bean plants that is why soon after applying it the bean leaves turn into deep green. Some people use booster instead of NPK or other nitrogenous fertilizer. Sometimes for some reasons bean plants cannot fix nitrogen as they are suppose to and they turn yellow, people will use booster to supply the nitrogen needed. However booster was not used in the demonstration plot because we used NPK which of course together with other P and K it also supplies N as booster.
They asked why they were not required to do the second application of fertilizer in the bean plot as they did in the corn plot
We told them; beans do fix nitrogen using bacteria living in the bean root nodules.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We visited the demonstration plot, as we were at the plot we saw a group of crows descending to the plot. We told the students to start using bird scaring techniques as soon as possible. The headmaster told us the students will go to work in the farm after we leave. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year One
May 10, 2010
School Bomalang’ombe Secondary School
Headmaster Michael Mkinga
Companion Trinity Lutheran, Still water
Attendees Headmaster, The Ag Teacher, Teacher on duty and form II&IV students
Weather Still rain but not often
Reporter Gabriel, Ibrahim, Rev. Mang’ulisa
We met with students in the newly constructed school hall. We had form II and form IV students. The headmaster told us that these students have been selected to take care of the demonstration plots
Purposes of the visit
• Instructing how to take yield measurements
• To deliver a tin and Liter for yield measurement
Topics
1. Rain records
We checked the records and write down in our note book for analysis.
2. Review of Handouts
o 5th visit handout was reviewed
o Yield measurement sheet was reviewed and two copies were provided for yields recording.
3. Demonstration
It was demonstrated how to take the yields in 10m in different three rows. We told them to record the number of plants (and of ears for corn) and volume in liters in the yield sheets provided. To get good comparison, we asked them to do the same in one of the neighbor’s plot(s).
Plots
Corn plot
We visited the corn plot. There is big problem of birds (crows). Two reasons might cause this
I. It is an isolated plot
II. Crows come to the school to eat food leftovers, now they have been moving to the plot to eat matured corn
We taught them the birds control techniques; - tying bright strips and hanging the dead crows to scare the birds. We told them that they should consider this as the learning subject (bird control subject). The Ag teacher told us that some of the bean plants have been affected by what seems like fungal disease; we told them that there chemical to control that disease, they would have consulted us at the beginning of the occurrence of the disease.
Bean plot
They are now harvesting beans and spread them on the ground for drying. Since it is still raining, we told them that that was good idea to avoid rotten of beans due to continuous rainfall
Comments/questions from audience
The Ag teacher told us that they had the armyworms infestation but the pesticides we gave them in our 4th visit (Thionex) helped to control the pests. However he was wondering why the beans showed the symptoms of nitrogen deficiency in their early stage (yellow coloration) in spite of been applied NPK at the planting
We told them that that we are not sure what the problem was, but since the yellowish disappeared, the NPK applied at the planting supplied enough nitrogen needed.
Students asked why other people use booster (liquid nitrogen) in their bean farm and why we did not use booster in the demonstration plot
We told them that booster (liquid fertilizer) is used to supply nitrogen to the bean plants that is why soon after applying it the bean leaves turn into deep green. Some people use booster instead of NPK or other nitrogenous fertilizer. Sometimes for some reasons bean plants cannot fix nitrogen as they are suppose to and they turn yellow, people will use booster to supply the nitrogen needed. However booster was not used in the demonstration plot because we used NPK which of course together with other P and K it also supplies N as booster.
They asked why they were not required to do the second application of fertilizer in the bean plot as they did in the corn plot
We told them; beans do fix nitrogen using bacteria living in the bean root nodules.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We visited the demonstration plot, as we were at the plot we saw a group of crows descending to the plot. We told the students to start using bird scaring techniques as soon as possible. The headmaster told us the students will go to work in the farm after we leave. We delivered one tin and one liter for taking yield measurements.
Kidabaga - CVP Report May 14-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year two
May 14th, 2010
Village Kidabaga
Pastor Joyce Ngandango
Companion Faith Lutheran Church
Attendees
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
We visited the Kidabaga Parish Today (May 14th, 2010) at 1: 00 pm unfortunately there were no people waiting for the seminar despite the fact that we informed them about our visit. We don’t know if changing the schedule for them (from May 17th to May 14th) is a reason. The schedule was changed because we wanted a report to be presented at the Faith Lutheran Church meeting on May 18th, 2010. At Kidabaga we only met an Internship student from Tumaini University (5th Year Theology student) and when we asked him where pastor Joyce is, he told us she is in hospital at Iringa town, it looks like she is about to have a baby! Probably 1-2 months to come, I am not so sure about that.
We visited the Kidabaga village government office and met the Village Chairman, we discussed few things and we asked him what village population is and how many families. The answers were 2,361 and 488 respectively.
We took an internship student and he ride with us to a preaching point called Ilamba, there we met an evangelist and we went to the plot. We are unhappy with how the corn and beans look like. They received enough rain as compared to other CVP sites this year but still they didn’t do a better job to make their plots better. We had the same discussion last year (2009) and they promised us they will work better this year (2010) but they didn’t.
We discussed with them again and we reminded them two things;
(i) If they will be able to find or rent a different farm with a better location ( good for teaching and for them to manage)
Answer: They are able to get it near the church at Ilamba preaching point (this is the answer from Ilamba Evangelist)
(ii) If they don’t to better job that will be the end of the program for them.
Answer: They promised to do a better job, since the plot will be near their neighborhood.
NB: We told them the final answer will be from their sister congregation, Faith Lutheran church in the US.
Comments:
Both plots didn’t look good at all, up to this juncture Gabriel and I thought that will be the decision of their congregation to decide whether we should continue or stop having a demonstration plot at Kidabaga.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year two
May 14th, 2010
Village Kidabaga
Pastor Joyce Ngandango
Companion Faith Lutheran Church
Attendees
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement.
• Deliver two containers (20 liters and 1 liter size) and a 10 m string.
We visited the Kidabaga Parish Today (May 14th, 2010) at 1: 00 pm unfortunately there were no people waiting for the seminar despite the fact that we informed them about our visit. We don’t know if changing the schedule for them (from May 17th to May 14th) is a reason. The schedule was changed because we wanted a report to be presented at the Faith Lutheran Church meeting on May 18th, 2010. At Kidabaga we only met an Internship student from Tumaini University (5th Year Theology student) and when we asked him where pastor Joyce is, he told us she is in hospital at Iringa town, it looks like she is about to have a baby! Probably 1-2 months to come, I am not so sure about that.
We visited the Kidabaga village government office and met the Village Chairman, we discussed few things and we asked him what village population is and how many families. The answers were 2,361 and 488 respectively.
We took an internship student and he ride with us to a preaching point called Ilamba, there we met an evangelist and we went to the plot. We are unhappy with how the corn and beans look like. They received enough rain as compared to other CVP sites this year but still they didn’t do a better job to make their plots better. We had the same discussion last year (2009) and they promised us they will work better this year (2010) but they didn’t.
We discussed with them again and we reminded them two things;
(i) If they will be able to find or rent a different farm with a better location ( good for teaching and for them to manage)
Answer: They are able to get it near the church at Ilamba preaching point (this is the answer from Ilamba Evangelist)
(ii) If they don’t to better job that will be the end of the program for them.
Answer: They promised to do a better job, since the plot will be near their neighborhood.
NB: We told them the final answer will be from their sister congregation, Faith Lutheran church in the US.
Comments:
Both plots didn’t look good at all, up to this juncture Gabriel and I thought that will be the decision of their congregation to decide whether we should continue or stop having a demonstration plot at Kidabaga.