2008 CVP-Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year Three-October 4, 2010
Village Kivalamo
Pastor Exaud Mkeng’e
Companion Elim, Scandia
Attendees 16
Weather for the past month Sunny
Reporters Gabriel, Don, Nafeti and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Delivering seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
We went direct to the plot. Down the steep hill, that is where the plot is. We meet the parish members working in the plot. They told us that they have new plots this year because the plot they have been using for two years have been taken over by the owner. We had to measure the plot, sketch it and ask them to make sure they are not going to move this plot any more.
o Greetings:
Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
o Plot:
Together with them we measured the plot to get ½ acre plot for corn. We asked them to go and do the same in the bean plot. Since this is not their first time to measure their plots. We are quite sure they can measure it correctly.
o Rain record:
We reminded them that by now they should be taking rain records. We discuss with them about their weather and the appropriate time of planting for their area.
o Seeds
Since this area is difficult to be reached in the mid of rain season, we delivered the beans seeds and fertilizers for the planting corn and beans. The corn seeds were given to their Pastor whom we came to Iringa town with.
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn H614
DKC 4kg
4kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Urafiki 40kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
In this area, they had serious corn rotting disease when they grow the corn variety H628. We told them to try the two varieties H614 and the new release variety DKC which are long maturity varieties, they yield high and they are a little bit resistant to the rotting disease.
Conclusion
We insisted the importance of maintain the same land for the demonstration plot. We like to have the same land for the demonstration plot for three years because of being able to demonstrate how to build soil fertility in the farm by applying fertilizers and leaving crop residues.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Kiponzelo - CVP Report Oct 11-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 11, 2010
Village KIPONZELO
Pastor JEZBELI NDENDYA
Companion Gustavus Adolphus Luth. Church
Attendees 13
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We went outside of the church and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
Comments
They asked if they can use a fertilizer called SA since they did not hear us mentioning it.
We told them that SA has the characteristic of increasing soil acidity. According to the soil analysis their soil is acidic. We would not recommend SA for this kind of soil.
They wanted to know how many application they are suppose to do in corn and beans
We told that we recommend two applications of fertilizers for corn; at the planting and when the crops reach at knee high. For beans we recommend one application, at the planting.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We had to finish early here because we were supposed to go to another Parish in the same day. We told them that we shall come back in November for the planting and fertilizer demonstrations.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 11, 2010
Village KIPONZELO
Pastor JEZBELI NDENDYA
Companion Gustavus Adolphus Luth. Church
Attendees 13
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We went outside of the church and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
Comments
They asked if they can use a fertilizer called SA since they did not hear us mentioning it.
We told them that SA has the characteristic of increasing soil acidity. According to the soil analysis their soil is acidic. We would not recommend SA for this kind of soil.
They wanted to know how many application they are suppose to do in corn and beans
We told that we recommend two applications of fertilizers for corn; at the planting and when the crops reach at knee high. For beans we recommend one application, at the planting.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We had to finish early here because we were supposed to go to another Parish in the same day. We told them that we shall come back in November for the planting and fertilizer demonstrations.
Ifuwa - CVP Report Oct 6-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 6, 2010
Village Ifuwa
Pastor Gervas Nziku
Companion Lord of Life, Maple Grove
Attendees 17
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
This is another long distant parish we have in the program. Since we are not sure with the condition of the road during the rainy season, we carry with us seeds and fertilizers to deliver (We normally do this in the 3rd visit). Since the church is still under constructions, we had to conduct the demonstration in other place. Thanks to the Headmistress of the nearby the Primary school who invited us to conduct a demonstration meeting in the school.
Greetings
Before we began the demonstration, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
The land the parish planned to use for the demonstration plot have been taken back by the owner. The other parish’s land is far away from the village. The Parish requested the land from the nearby primary school and the Headmistress accepted the request. We insisted that the school should be aware that this land will be used for three years. We went with them to this land and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We demonstrated on how to place seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers. We insisted that they should not place seeds and fertilizers together. There should be at least 5cm from each other.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. Moreover we delivered corn and bean seeds
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn H614 8kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Uyole 96 30kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
They asked us we have told them not to burn the crop residues after harvesting, how are they going to control the termites?
We told them that there is a pesticide to control the termites. We will introduce the pesticides before the starting of the rainy season.
They asked us why they should put fertilizers at the knee high, why not at the teaseling stage.
We told them that, the type of fertilizers applied is nitrogenous fertilizers which help plants to grow. We apply at this time because we want plants to grow and have good health.
Conclusion
We finished demonstration and remind them to follow all the instructions in the demonstration plot. While we were demonstrating, we were suddenly surrounded by a crowd of primary school students. It seems like they enjoy learning farming techniques.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 6, 2010
Village Ifuwa
Pastor Gervas Nziku
Companion Lord of Life, Maple Grove
Attendees 17
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
This is another long distant parish we have in the program. Since we are not sure with the condition of the road during the rainy season, we carry with us seeds and fertilizers to deliver (We normally do this in the 3rd visit). Since the church is still under constructions, we had to conduct the demonstration in other place. Thanks to the Headmistress of the nearby the Primary school who invited us to conduct a demonstration meeting in the school.
Greetings
Before we began the demonstration, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
The land the parish planned to use for the demonstration plot have been taken back by the owner. The other parish’s land is far away from the village. The Parish requested the land from the nearby primary school and the Headmistress accepted the request. We insisted that the school should be aware that this land will be used for three years. We went with them to this land and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We demonstrated on how to place seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers. We insisted that they should not place seeds and fertilizers together. There should be at least 5cm from each other.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. Moreover we delivered corn and bean seeds
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn H614 8kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Uyole 96 30kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
They asked us we have told them not to burn the crop residues after harvesting, how are they going to control the termites?
We told them that there is a pesticide to control the termites. We will introduce the pesticides before the starting of the rainy season.
They asked us why they should put fertilizers at the knee high, why not at the teaseling stage.
We told them that, the type of fertilizers applied is nitrogenous fertilizers which help plants to grow. We apply at this time because we want plants to grow and have good health.
Conclusion
We finished demonstration and remind them to follow all the instructions in the demonstration plot. While we were demonstrating, we were suddenly surrounded by a crowd of primary school students. It seems like they enjoy learning farming techniques.
Ipalamwa Secondary School - CVP Report Oct 5-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 5, 2010
School Ipalamwa Secondary School
Headmaster Obeni Sawike
Companion Raquet Family Foundation, Mound
Attendees 4 teachers and about 50 students
Weather Cloudy and Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
This school is in the Ipalamwa village. The village is far away from Iringa town. Due to nature of the landscape (mountainous) and rough road which is not good during the rainy season, we had to make this visit before November. We carried fertilizers and bean seeds to deliver. The headmistress is new here. Last time we came to this school, we met another headmaster. We met Form Four Students doing their national examinations. We had the demonstrations with the few students from other classes.
Greetings
In the beginning of our demonstrations, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their area. They were instructed how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the Ag teacher.
o Plots
We went with them outside and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We told them the importance of having high plant populations and applying fertilizers. It was demonstrated how to plant seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. We are planning to test two types of seed varieties here, PAN 691 and H6303. We managed to buy and deliver PAN 691. We told them the H6303 will be shipped to them once bought.
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn PAN 691
H6303 8kg4kg
Not yet delivered NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Urafiki 40kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
One of the member of the staff said he knows the local pesticides from the woods which is used to control the corn stalk bores. He asked us if we can take and research it.
We told him we are actually not doing the pesticides research right now therefore it will be difficult for us to work on that. However we will be happy to know it.
They were wondering how are they going to control weeds with minimum tillage
We told them that with minimum tillage, one has to start to prepare the farm before the rain season starts. Monthly weeding helps to control weeds during the growing season.
They asked us why we insist the usage of industrial fertilizers while they know these fertilizers destroy soil.
We told them that it is not true that the usage of fertilizers destroy soil, what destroys soil fertility is the bad usage of the fertilizers. If one uses the wrong kind of fertilizers or wrong amount of fertilizers he/she destroys the soil fertility. We took soil samples from their areas for the soil analysis. The soil analysis results and recommendations help to determine type and the amount of fertilizers that is suitable to their areas.
Conclusion/Recommendation
We told them that if the road will not be bad during the rainy season, we can make other visits in November and December. We will ship the corn seeds via bus once they are available in the local shops in Iringa town.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 5, 2010
School Ipalamwa Secondary School
Headmaster Obeni Sawike
Companion Raquet Family Foundation, Mound
Attendees 4 teachers and about 50 students
Weather Cloudy and Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
This school is in the Ipalamwa village. The village is far away from Iringa town. Due to nature of the landscape (mountainous) and rough road which is not good during the rainy season, we had to make this visit before November. We carried fertilizers and bean seeds to deliver. The headmistress is new here. Last time we came to this school, we met another headmaster. We met Form Four Students doing their national examinations. We had the demonstrations with the few students from other classes.
Greetings
In the beginning of our demonstrations, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their area. They were instructed how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the Ag teacher.
o Plots
We went with them outside and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We told them the importance of having high plant populations and applying fertilizers. It was demonstrated how to plant seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. We are planning to test two types of seed varieties here, PAN 691 and H6303. We managed to buy and deliver PAN 691. We told them the H6303 will be shipped to them once bought.
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn PAN 691
H6303 8kg4kg
Not yet delivered NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Urafiki 40kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
One of the member of the staff said he knows the local pesticides from the woods which is used to control the corn stalk bores. He asked us if we can take and research it.
We told him we are actually not doing the pesticides research right now therefore it will be difficult for us to work on that. However we will be happy to know it.
They were wondering how are they going to control weeds with minimum tillage
We told them that with minimum tillage, one has to start to prepare the farm before the rain season starts. Monthly weeding helps to control weeds during the growing season.
They asked us why we insist the usage of industrial fertilizers while they know these fertilizers destroy soil.
We told them that it is not true that the usage of fertilizers destroy soil, what destroys soil fertility is the bad usage of the fertilizers. If one uses the wrong kind of fertilizers or wrong amount of fertilizers he/she destroys the soil fertility. We took soil samples from their areas for the soil analysis. The soil analysis results and recommendations help to determine type and the amount of fertilizers that is suitable to their areas.
Conclusion/Recommendation
We told them that if the road will not be bad during the rainy season, we can make other visits in November and December. We will ship the corn seeds via bus once they are available in the local shops in Iringa town.
Ifunda - CVP Report Oct 11-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 11, 2010
Village Ifunda
Pastors Jenock Mwilafi
Companion House of Prayer, Oakdale
Attendees 18
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
We arrive in this Parish late in the afternoon from Kiponzelo. People have been gathering in the church and waiting for us. We started with a short meeting and we did demonstration outside the church.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
They could not get enough land around their church. They got a land in the farming area about 1km from the church. They said the plot is nearby the road. We could not get there because it was late. We instructed the Pastor to supervise the plot measuring task. We instructed them on how to measure the 1 acre plot using miter tape (instead of pacing). We told them to measure two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans
Questions/Comments from audience
They were wondering if the minimum tillage will work since in some of the land they farm has somehow clay soil
We told them minimum tillage will work because we have tried in other villages with the same type of soil and they have got high yields.
Why they should do second application of fertilizers while they do the first with NPK?
NPK applied at the planting time has higher ration of P and K than N. The nitrogenous fertilizers applied at the knee high (second application) supplied N which is highly needed by the plants for growth at this plant stage.
Is it okay to apply a fertilizer called SA (Sulphate of Ammonia) instead of?
Their soil pH is very low. We would not recommend fertilizers with suphur component because they have a tendency of lower soil pH. SA will not be suitable to this area.
They are facing termites’ problem in their farms, by leaving the crop residues are they not going to worsen the problem?
Their soils need addition of Organic matter. Crop residues are one of the best ways to add organic matter in their farms. Terminates can be controlled using pesticides.
How should they control the fungal disease in corn which occurs almost every farming season?
I. Crop rotation
II. Plant at the appropriate time
III. Use improved seeds
Conclusions/Recommendations
We insisted that it is important for them to go and measure the plot accurately. We are planning to visit their plot next time. We reminded them about the advantages of doing weeding now as the preparation of the coming planting season.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 11, 2010
Village Ifunda
Pastors Jenock Mwilafi
Companion House of Prayer, Oakdale
Attendees 18
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
We arrive in this Parish late in the afternoon from Kiponzelo. People have been gathering in the church and waiting for us. We started with a short meeting and we did demonstration outside the church.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
They could not get enough land around their church. They got a land in the farming area about 1km from the church. They said the plot is nearby the road. We could not get there because it was late. We instructed the Pastor to supervise the plot measuring task. We instructed them on how to measure the 1 acre plot using miter tape (instead of pacing). We told them to measure two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans
Questions/Comments from audience
They were wondering if the minimum tillage will work since in some of the land they farm has somehow clay soil
We told them minimum tillage will work because we have tried in other villages with the same type of soil and they have got high yields.
Why they should do second application of fertilizers while they do the first with NPK?
NPK applied at the planting time has higher ration of P and K than N. The nitrogenous fertilizers applied at the knee high (second application) supplied N which is highly needed by the plants for growth at this plant stage.
Is it okay to apply a fertilizer called SA (Sulphate of Ammonia) instead of?
Their soil pH is very low. We would not recommend fertilizers with suphur component because they have a tendency of lower soil pH. SA will not be suitable to this area.
They are facing termites’ problem in their farms, by leaving the crop residues are they not going to worsen the problem?
Their soils need addition of Organic matter. Crop residues are one of the best ways to add organic matter in their farms. Terminates can be controlled using pesticides.
How should they control the fungal disease in corn which occurs almost every farming season?
I. Crop rotation
II. Plant at the appropriate time
III. Use improved seeds
Conclusions/Recommendations
We insisted that it is important for them to go and measure the plot accurately. We are planning to visit their plot next time. We reminded them about the advantages of doing weeding now as the preparation of the coming planting season.
Ipalamwa Parish - CVP Report Oct 5-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 5, 2010
Village Ipalamwa Lutheran
Pastor Ajenista A. Maliga
Companion Mount Calvary, Eagan
Attendees 15
Weather Cloudy and dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
After we finish the demonstration at the Secondary school, we started demonstration here. Due to uncertainty of the condition road to this parish, we carry with us seeds and fertilizers to deliver (We normally do this in the 3rd visit). We met Pastors and members of the congregation in the church. We met other people from other churches who were not Lutherans. There were one Pastor and one church leader from Pentecost church.
Greetings
Before we began the demonstration, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall and rainfall pattern of their area. We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We went with them outside and together we measure the 1acre plot using miter tape instead pacing. We measure two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We demonstrate on how to place seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers. We insisted that they should not place together seeds and fertilizers. There should be at least 5cm from each other.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. We are planning to introduce corn variety H6303. We could not buy these seeds from the local shops; however we are planning to ship them once they become available in Iringa town.
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn Not yet delivered NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Uyole 96 30kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
They wanted to know if there is big difference between the old farms and the new farm in terms of soil fertility
We told them that in terms of the organic matter and other nutrients availability, yes there is a difference however the fertilizers recommendations are applicable in both new and old farms because this difference will not make big difference in nutrients availability. Moreover soil fertility has to be built in both old and new farms.
They asked since they get few bags of fertilizers from the government in the subsidizing program, what should d they do once they get the different kind of what we recommend to them
We told them that there is nothing we can do about the fertilizers they get from the government. However using the fertilizers they get is better than not using at all.
Conclusion
We finished demonstration nearly evening. Along the road we saw the signs of road constructions. Hopeful the road will improve and can be passable during the rainy season. We told them we will be communicating with them to know the situation of the road so that we can plan our visits.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 5, 2010
Village Ipalamwa Lutheran
Pastor Ajenista A. Maliga
Companion Mount Calvary, Eagan
Attendees 15
Weather Cloudy and dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Rev. Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge, seeds and fertilizers
• Demonstrating corn planting and fertilizer applications
After we finish the demonstration at the Secondary school, we started demonstration here. Due to uncertainty of the condition road to this parish, we carry with us seeds and fertilizers to deliver (We normally do this in the 3rd visit). We met Pastors and members of the congregation in the church. We met other people from other churches who were not Lutherans. There were one Pastor and one church leader from Pentecost church.
Greetings
Before we began the demonstration, Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Institute of Ag advisory committee
Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall and rainfall pattern of their area. We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We went with them outside and together we measure the 1acre plot using miter tape instead pacing. We measure two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Planting and fertilizer applications
We demonstrate on how to place seeds (Both corn and beans) and how to apply fertilizers. We insisted that they should not place together seeds and fertilizers. There should be at least 5cm from each other.
o Seeds and fertilizers
We delivered 2 bags of NPK for corn and 2 bags of NPK for beans. We are planning to introduce corn variety H6303. We could not buy these seeds from the local shops; however we are planning to ship them once they become available in Iringa town.
Crop Seeds Fertilizer
Varieties Amount Type Amount
Corn Not yet delivered NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Beans Uyole 96 30kg NPK 100kg (2 bags)
Comments
They wanted to know if there is big difference between the old farms and the new farm in terms of soil fertility
We told them that in terms of the organic matter and other nutrients availability, yes there is a difference however the fertilizers recommendations are applicable in both new and old farms because this difference will not make big difference in nutrients availability. Moreover soil fertility has to be built in both old and new farms.
They asked since they get few bags of fertilizers from the government in the subsidizing program, what should d they do once they get the different kind of what we recommend to them
We told them that there is nothing we can do about the fertilizers they get from the government. However using the fertilizers they get is better than not using at all.
Conclusion
We finished demonstration nearly evening. Along the road we saw the signs of road constructions. Hopeful the road will improve and can be passable during the rainy season. We told them we will be communicating with them to know the situation of the road so that we can plan our visits.
Pommern - CVP Report Oct 13-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 13, 2010
Village Pommern
Pastor Jenro Kivamba
Companion GETHSEMANE LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 14
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions DIRA
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape (instead of pacing). Together with them we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans. They have a nice flat land which is big enough to make two ½ acre plots for both and beans.
Questions/Comments
What types of fertilizers we would recommend in their area?
Since their soil pH is low we would recommend the types of fertilizers which will not lower further their soil pH, NPK and CAN will be suitable in their area. Fertilizers with Sulphur and Urea components will not be suitable to this acidic soil.
In one part of the village, they have rats’ infestation and they damage germinating seeds, how should they control the rats?
There are pesticides special for rat controlling in the fields. They are obtained in most of the agricultural stores selling inputs. However when the problem is severe and spread quickly, government will have to send its agents to spray pesticides in the particular area.
Conclusion
We had to leave to Kitowo. We encourage them to start the preparation of the coming farming season. We gave the Pastor one rain gauge. Going to Kitowo, we take with us the District Pastor of this area.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 13, 2010
Village Pommern
Pastor Jenro Kivamba
Companion GETHSEMANE LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 14
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions DIRA
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape (instead of pacing). Together with them we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans. They have a nice flat land which is big enough to make two ½ acre plots for both and beans.
Questions/Comments
What types of fertilizers we would recommend in their area?
Since their soil pH is low we would recommend the types of fertilizers which will not lower further their soil pH, NPK and CAN will be suitable in their area. Fertilizers with Sulphur and Urea components will not be suitable to this acidic soil.
In one part of the village, they have rats’ infestation and they damage germinating seeds, how should they control the rats?
There are pesticides special for rat controlling in the fields. They are obtained in most of the agricultural stores selling inputs. However when the problem is severe and spread quickly, government will have to send its agents to spray pesticides in the particular area.
Conclusion
We had to leave to Kitowo. We encourage them to start the preparation of the coming farming season. We gave the Pastor one rain gauge. Going to Kitowo, we take with us the District Pastor of this area.
Lundamatwe - CVP Report Oct 12-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 12, 2010
Village Lundamatwe
Evangelist Prisca Ramadhani
Companion Augustana, St. Paul
Attendees 11
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
We met people have already gathered here and waiting for us. We were coming from Image Secondary School and it is about 1 ½ hour driving from there. This is the preaching place of the Ipogoro Parish. It is under an evangelist. Both the Ipogoro Pastor and the evangelist of Lundamatwe were here.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the evangelist.
o Plots
We went outside of the church and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measure two ½ acres plot. This plot will be used for corn. We could not get enough land around the church for another ½ acre for beans. We told them to look for more land for bean plot and they should measure it as we have measured this corn plot.
Comments
The Pastor of Ipogoro Parish expressed his thanks to the institute and to the People of Augustana for the training and support of this plot at this preaching point. He encouraged the people here to make sure they take good care of the plot and learn from it.
Conclusion
It was approaching evening. We left, leaving behind the rain gauge and the task to them to get more land for the bean demonstration plot. We took Pastor of Ipogoro Parish and another church leader to drop them at Ipogoro.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 12, 2010
Village Lundamatwe
Evangelist Prisca Ramadhani
Companion Augustana, St. Paul
Attendees 11
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Rev. Lunodzo
We met people have already gathered here and waiting for us. We were coming from Image Secondary School and it is about 1 ½ hour driving from there. This is the preaching place of the Ipogoro Parish. It is under an evangelist. Both the Ipogoro Pastor and the evangelist of Lundamatwe were here.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the evangelist.
o Plots
We went outside of the church and together we measured the 1acre plot using miter tape. We measure two ½ acres plot. This plot will be used for corn. We could not get enough land around the church for another ½ acre for beans. We told them to look for more land for bean plot and they should measure it as we have measured this corn plot.
Comments
The Pastor of Ipogoro Parish expressed his thanks to the institute and to the People of Augustana for the training and support of this plot at this preaching point. He encouraged the people here to make sure they take good care of the plot and learn from it.
Conclusion
It was approaching evening. We left, leaving behind the rain gauge and the task to them to get more land for the bean demonstration plot. We took Pastor of Ipogoro Parish and another church leader to drop them at Ipogoro.
Kitowo - CVP Report Oct 13-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 13, 2010
Village Kitowo
Pastor Hezron Kiswaga
Companion First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rush City
Attendees 17
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
We arrived in the afternoon. We were with the District Pastor of this area. We met the parish members already in the church.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor, they were asked to start record in the coming rainy season.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape instead pacing. We did not have enough time to measure their plot. We asked Pastor and the District Pastor to supervise the measuring process. We asked them to measure two ½ acres, one for corn and another one for beans.
Questions/Comments
The District Pastor asked all of the members of this Parish to fully participate in the program. The demonstration plot should be used as the learning tool.
They asked if there is special way to lay the crop residues in the farm
We told them that the crop residues can be laid in the farm in any way which a farmer finds suitable for him/her. It is better to spread them all over the farms that they should act as mulching. The important thing is they should not be burnt because they are required to add organic matter of the soil and reduce soil erosion
Conclusion
This is the area of people with knowledge about modern farming. Some of the agronomic practices we teach have been practiced here for a while. We hope they will participate in the demonstration plot and adopt new techniques quickly. Late in the afternoon we started a journey back to Iringa.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2st Visit
October 13, 2010
Village Kitowo
Pastor Hezron Kiswaga
Companion First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rush City
Attendees 17
Weather Dry
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
We arrived in the afternoon. We were with the District Pastor of this area. We met the parish members already in the church.
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We instructed them on how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor, they were asked to start record in the coming rainy season.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape instead pacing. We did not have enough time to measure their plot. We asked Pastor and the District Pastor to supervise the measuring process. We asked them to measure two ½ acres, one for corn and another one for beans.
Questions/Comments
The District Pastor asked all of the members of this Parish to fully participate in the program. The demonstration plot should be used as the learning tool.
They asked if there is special way to lay the crop residues in the farm
We told them that the crop residues can be laid in the farm in any way which a farmer finds suitable for him/her. It is better to spread them all over the farms that they should act as mulching. The important thing is they should not be burnt because they are required to add organic matter of the soil and reduce soil erosion
Conclusion
This is the area of people with knowledge about modern farming. Some of the agronomic practices we teach have been practiced here for a while. We hope they will participate in the demonstration plot and adopt new techniques quickly. Late in the afternoon we started a journey back to Iringa.
Isimani - CVP Report Sept 30-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
September 30, 2010
Village ISIMANI
Pastor Naboth Chaula
Companion Holy Trinity, New Hampshire
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don, Nafeti and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Introducing the drought resistant crops (Shorghum&Cowpeas)
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Ag Institute Advisory Committee
2. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
3. Drought resistant crops
Since their area is getting drier and drier, they need to starting growing drought resistant crops. They said they have started growing sunflower and groundnuts. We told them that we are going to demonstrate sorghum and cowpeas. Cowpeas crop was received better than sorghum. However they were willing to try both.
4. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
They were instructed how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
They have a flat land about 80m from the church. They were instructed how to measure the 1 acre plot using miter tape. Together with them we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
Comments
They asked us how do we come up with fertilizers’ recommendations of their area
We told them that the soil analysis of the soil samples we took from their areas determine type of fertilizers we recommend.
They discussed about the livestock eating crop residues- Problem. They agreed that they will speak with village leaders to try to resolve the issue.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We told them that we will go back in November to deliver seeds and fertilizers. We instructed them to start preparations of the plot as soon as possible.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
September 30, 2010
Village ISIMANI
Pastor Naboth Chaula
Companion Holy Trinity, New Hampshire
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don, Nafeti and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Introducing the drought resistant crops (Shorghum&Cowpeas)
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from St. Paul Area Synod and US Ag Institute Advisory Committee
2. Review of the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
3. Drought resistant crops
Since their area is getting drier and drier, they need to starting growing drought resistant crops. They said they have started growing sunflower and groundnuts. We told them that we are going to demonstrate sorghum and cowpeas. Cowpeas crop was received better than sorghum. However they were willing to try both.
4. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
They were instructed how to record rain using a rain gauge. One set of rain gauge was handed to the pastor.
o Plots
They have a flat land about 80m from the church. They were instructed how to measure the 1 acre plot using miter tape. Together with them we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
Comments
They asked us how do we come up with fertilizers’ recommendations of their area
We told them that the soil analysis of the soil samples we took from their areas determine type of fertilizers we recommend.
They discussed about the livestock eating crop residues- Problem. They agreed that they will speak with village leaders to try to resolve the issue.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We told them that we will go back in November to deliver seeds and fertilizers. We instructed them to start preparations of the plot as soon as possible.
Image Secondary School - CVP Report Oct 12-2010
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 12, 2010
School Image Secondary
Headmaster Pastor Andendekisye Ngogo
Companion AUGUSTANA LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 3 teachers and About 50 students
Dry Rainy
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them how to record rain. One set of rain gauge was handed to the Ag teacher.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape (instead of using pacing). Together with the students we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Soil
We discuss with the about their soil. We told them that their soil has low pH therefore it is acidic. We would not recommend the use of the fertilizers with has tendency of lower the pH of the soil. They should also increase the Organic matter of their soil, ie. by leaving the crop residues.
Comments
They asked what is appropriate time to plant, before the rain season or after the rain season starts
We told them that appropriate time of planting depends with the rainfall pattern of the particular area. As the institute we encourage people to plant right at the beginning of the rainy season because we want farmers to utilize all the rain they get during the season.
They asked whether it is appropriate to use herbicides to control weeds
We told them that herbicides usage is another good method of control weeds however. Mixing and spraying of herbicides must be done carefully and in accordance with the instructions of a particular type of herbicides. In the demonstration plot we will not use herbicides instead we will do normal weeding.
How many kinds of herbicides are there?
There are two kinds of herbicides, those we call selective herbicides and the Non-selective herbicides ones. The selective herbicides kill certain types of plants and are usually applied when crops are already in the farm. Non-selective herbicides kill all kinds of plants and they are usually applied before planting.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We insisted that they should start weeding now. Their plot is should be clean at the time of planting. We will go back in November to deliver seeds and fertilizers.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report Year One
2nd Visit
October 12, 2010
School Image Secondary
Headmaster Pastor Andendekisye Ngogo
Companion AUGUSTANA LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 3 teachers and About 50 students
Dry Rainy
Reporters Gabriel and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Measuring the demonstration plots
• Delivering rain gauge
Topics
1. Review of the handouts
Together with them we went through the handouts
o 2nd Visit Instructions
o DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement
o Plot Management FAQs
2. Demonstrations
o Rain gauge
We told them we need to know the annual rainfall of their place. We instructed them how to record rain. One set of rain gauge was handed to the Ag teacher.
o Plots
We instructed them on how to measure the 1acre plot using miter tape (instead of using pacing). Together with the students we measured two ½ acres plots, one for corn and another one for beans.
o Soil
We discuss with the about their soil. We told them that their soil has low pH therefore it is acidic. We would not recommend the use of the fertilizers with has tendency of lower the pH of the soil. They should also increase the Organic matter of their soil, ie. by leaving the crop residues.
Comments
They asked what is appropriate time to plant, before the rain season or after the rain season starts
We told them that appropriate time of planting depends with the rainfall pattern of the particular area. As the institute we encourage people to plant right at the beginning of the rainy season because we want farmers to utilize all the rain they get during the season.
They asked whether it is appropriate to use herbicides to control weeds
We told them that herbicides usage is another good method of control weeds however. Mixing and spraying of herbicides must be done carefully and in accordance with the instructions of a particular type of herbicides. In the demonstration plot we will not use herbicides instead we will do normal weeding.
How many kinds of herbicides are there?
There are two kinds of herbicides, those we call selective herbicides and the Non-selective herbicides ones. The selective herbicides kill certain types of plants and are usually applied when crops are already in the farm. Non-selective herbicides kill all kinds of plants and they are usually applied before planting.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We insisted that they should start weeding now. Their plot is should be clean at the time of planting. We will go back in November to deliver seeds and fertilizers.