2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd year
June, 14 2011
Village Bomalang’ombe parish
Pastor Lutango Tewele
Companion Price of peace Lutheran Church
Attendees 8
Weather Cloudy
Reporters Nafeti and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. 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
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good and they are about ready for harvesting.
Beans are not yet ready for harvesting they are still green and they will collect data and harvest as we instructed them after they mature and get dry.
Comments
Corn variety they planted looks good and they expect to have batter yield this year
Conclusion
We told them to weed several times as the weeds comes out and take the yield data as we demonstrated to them.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Ifuwa - Lord of Life, Maple Grove - CVP Visit May 30, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1st year
May, 30 2011
Village Ifuwa
Pastor Gervas Nziku
Companion Lord of Life Lutheran
Attendees 8
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained.
Plots Information.
With corn plot they have problems with termites eating the corn stalk and ears. They tried to spray different termiticides without success. There is a new termiticide in the market know as dragnet which we plan to test its effectiveness in order to solve the problem. Beans are not yet planted and they plan to plant in July
Comments
They think of moving the plot to the preaching point in order to escape the problem with termites.
We told them the important of having demo plot in the same area for three years which will allow accumulation of organic matter. On the other end if they think it will be necessary to move the plot they should find an area which people are passing by. Also in order to solve the problem with termites we plan to test the new termiticide (Dragnet)
Conclusion
We insisted them to collect the data as we instructed them to do.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1st year
May, 30 2011
Village Ifuwa
Pastor Gervas Nziku
Companion Lord of Life Lutheran
Attendees 8
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained.
Plots Information.
With corn plot they have problems with termites eating the corn stalk and ears. They tried to spray different termiticides without success. There is a new termiticide in the market know as dragnet which we plan to test its effectiveness in order to solve the problem. Beans are not yet planted and they plan to plant in July
Comments
They think of moving the plot to the preaching point in order to escape the problem with termites.
We told them the important of having demo plot in the same area for three years which will allow accumulation of organic matter. On the other end if they think it will be necessary to move the plot they should find an area which people are passing by. Also in order to solve the problem with termites we plan to test the new termiticide (Dragnet)
Conclusion
We insisted them to collect the data as we instructed them to do.
Ilambilole - Our Saviors, Hstgs.; CVP Visit Report for May 25 - 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 25 2011
Village Ilambilole
Pastor Meshack Magova
Companion Our Savior Lutheran Church
Attendees 18
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Don, Karen Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and take the yield data. They harvested corn before we visited them. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn. Beans were still on the plot and we explained to them how to measure 10M row and record the data at the time when they will be harvesting.
Questions
They asked if we are going to provide the with the storage pesticides
We told them that we will provide them with storage pest as soon as possible in order to avoid grain damage by pests
Comments
They said corn yield is not good as last year because they had severe drought this growing season compared to the previous season.
Conclusion
We wanted them to take all the required data from corn and beans and record them on the paper sheet we provided.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 25 2011
Village Ilambilole
Pastor Meshack Magova
Companion Our Savior Lutheran Church
Attendees 18
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Don, Karen Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and take the yield data. They harvested corn before we visited them. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn. Beans were still on the plot and we explained to them how to measure 10M row and record the data at the time when they will be harvesting.
Questions
They asked if we are going to provide the with the storage pesticides
We told them that we will provide them with storage pest as soon as possible in order to avoid grain damage by pests
Comments
They said corn yield is not good as last year because they had severe drought this growing season compared to the previous season.
Conclusion
We wanted them to take all the required data from corn and beans and record them on the paper sheet we provided.
Image Sec School-Augustana Luth-CVP Report for June 7, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1stYear
June, 07 2011
Village Image sec school
Headmaster Andeck Ngogo
Companion Augustana Lutheran
Attendees About 100 students and teachers
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti , Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese. He also encouraged them to follow the instructions while working with the demonstration plot.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to collect data from corn and bean plot by measurin10 m row and counting the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the yield data should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn plants were not yet harvested and crops are almost ready for harvesting. The plot had weeds they didn’t weed because they said that crops were matured.
Comments
We reminded them the important of weeding the plot even if after harvesting as they will prevent the weeds from making seeds which will grow in the following growing season.
Conclusion
We insisted the important of harvesting the 10M row we marked for data taking and then they should go on harvesting the whole plot and record the total yield.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1stYear
June, 07 2011
Village Image sec school
Headmaster Andeck Ngogo
Companion Augustana Lutheran
Attendees About 100 students and teachers
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti , Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese. He also encouraged them to follow the instructions while working with the demonstration plot.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to collect data from corn and bean plot by measurin10 m row and counting the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the yield data should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn plants were not yet harvested and crops are almost ready for harvesting. The plot had weeds they didn’t weed because they said that crops were matured.
Comments
We reminded them the important of weeding the plot even if after harvesting as they will prevent the weeds from making seeds which will grow in the following growing season.
Conclusion
We insisted the important of harvesting the 10M row we marked for data taking and then they should go on harvesting the whole plot and record the total yield.
Ipogoro - Augustana Luth; CVP Report for May 26,2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 26 2011
Village Ipogolo
Pastor NIckson Mwitula
Companion Augustana Luth.
Attendees 11
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
At Ipogoro we happened to have ward executive officer and Village executive officer who are government leaders of that area. Ward executive officer wanted to know the recommended fertilizer for planting and 2nd application suitable for Ipogolo area the information which will help them when they request the subsidized fertilizer.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greetings from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plots.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and beans then record the yield data. They harvested corn and beans before we visited them. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments;
• They like the corn and bean variety which we provided them to grow on the demo plots
• Ward executive officer suggested that if possible to train all the farmers around the area before they got the subsidized inputs so that they can use them properly. Pastor Nixon said he will be able to teach them all the things we teach them regarding corn and bean production, he will invite also pastor Laiton from Nduli to help him.
Conclusion
We thanked the pastor and church members for the good work they did on corn and bean plots and encouraged them to do the same even on their own farms.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 26 2011
Village Ipogolo
Pastor NIckson Mwitula
Companion Augustana Luth.
Attendees 11
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
At Ipogoro we happened to have ward executive officer and Village executive officer who are government leaders of that area. Ward executive officer wanted to know the recommended fertilizer for planting and 2nd application suitable for Ipogolo area the information which will help them when they request the subsidized fertilizer.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greetings from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plots.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and beans then record the yield data. They harvested corn and beans before we visited them. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments;
• They like the corn and bean variety which we provided them to grow on the demo plots
• Ward executive officer suggested that if possible to train all the farmers around the area before they got the subsidized inputs so that they can use them properly. Pastor Nixon said he will be able to teach them all the things we teach them regarding corn and bean production, he will invite also pastor Laiton from Nduli to help him.
Conclusion
We thanked the pastor and church members for the good work they did on corn and bean plots and encouraged them to do the same even on their own farms.
Isimani-Holy Trinity, Newington, New Hampshire-CVP Report May 25, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit First year
May, 25 2011
Village Isimani
Pastor Naboth Chaula
Companion Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Attendees 10
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen , Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the kind of yield we expect from Nduli and Mgongo research farms areas with the same climate/ weather with Ismani.
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 were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and take the yield data. They harvested corn before we visited them as they had problems with termites eating corn and corn stalk while still on the field. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn after shelling them. They also didn’t plant beans and
Sorghum because of drought situation they had this season.
Comments
• They harvested corn before they receive instructions from the institute of agriculture because they had problems with termites. But we told them that next time before they take any action regarding the demo plot they should call us and we will instruct them how to handle the problem as we usually used to tell them.
• From the rain record it showed that they got some rain in February and March which I thought they were supposed to plant beans and sorghum but they didn’t do that when we asked them they said it was not enough to grow.
Conclusion
Pastor Naboth Chaula was not present and he was represented by Cotino Mhanga. We told them to take the yield data from corn.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit First year
May, 25 2011
Village Isimani
Pastor Naboth Chaula
Companion Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Attendees 10
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen , Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the kind of yield we expect from Nduli and Mgongo research farms areas with the same climate/ weather with Ismani.
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 were supposed to demonstrate how to measure the 10M row of corn and take the yield data. They harvested corn before we visited them as they had problems with termites eating corn and corn stalk while still on the field. Then we told them to record the total yield of corn after shelling them. They also didn’t plant beans and
Sorghum because of drought situation they had this season.
Comments
• They harvested corn before they receive instructions from the institute of agriculture because they had problems with termites. But we told them that next time before they take any action regarding the demo plot they should call us and we will instruct them how to handle the problem as we usually used to tell them.
• From the rain record it showed that they got some rain in February and March which I thought they were supposed to plant beans and sorghum but they didn’t do that when we asked them they said it was not enough to grow.
Conclusion
Pastor Naboth Chaula was not present and he was represented by Cotino Mhanga. We told them to take the yield data from corn.
Kiponzelo-Gustavus Adolphus, CVP Report May 24, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5thVisit 1st Year
May, 24 2011
Village Kiponzelo
Pastor Jazbeli Ndendya
Companion Gustavas Adolphus Lutheran
Attendees 10
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn plot is outside the church, plants are mature and they are about ready for harvesting. We insisted them to keep weeding every month in order to prevent the weeds from turning into seeds. They have harvested beans but not yet threshed, and told them to record the total yield from the bean plot.
Comments
We reminded them the important of weeding the plot even if after harvesting as they will prevent the weeds from making seeds which will grow in the following growing season.
Conclusion
We insisted that they should harvest the 10m row we marked first and take all the required data and harvest the whole plot and obtain the total yield.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5thVisit 1st Year
May, 24 2011
Village Kiponzelo
Pastor Jazbeli Ndendya
Companion Gustavas Adolphus Lutheran
Attendees 10
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn plot is outside the church, plants are mature and they are about ready for harvesting. We insisted them to keep weeding every month in order to prevent the weeds from turning into seeds. They have harvested beans but not yet threshed, and told them to record the total yield from the bean plot.
Comments
We reminded them the important of weeding the plot even if after harvesting as they will prevent the weeds from making seeds which will grow in the following growing season.
Conclusion
We insisted that they should harvest the 10m row we marked first and take all the required data and harvest the whole plot and obtain the total yield.
Kitowo-1st Ev. Luth., Rush Cty, MN-CVP Report for June 1, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1st year
June, 1 2011
Village Kitowo
Pastor Hezroni Kiswaga
Companion First Evangelical Lutheran Church
Attendees 9
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, and Mang’ulisa
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese. He also encouraged them to follow the instructions while working with the demonstration plot.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to collect data from corn and bean plot by measurin10 m row and counting the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the yield data should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn and beans were not yet harvested and crops are almost ready for harvesting. Both plots had weeds they didn’t weed because they said that crops were matured.
Comments
We told them to keep weeding the plots even after harvesting so that they can prevent weeds to make seeds for the next growing season.
Conclusion
On behalf of the congregation pastor thanked us for the training we are doing and visiting them several times a year. We encouraged them to collect the data as we instructed them to do.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1st year
June, 1 2011
Village Kitowo
Pastor Hezroni Kiswaga
Companion First Evangelical Lutheran Church
Attendees 9
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, and Mang’ulisa
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese. He also encouraged them to follow the instructions while working with the demonstration plot.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to collect data from corn and bean plot by measurin10 m row and counting the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the yield data should be obtained.
Plots information
Corn and beans were not yet harvested and crops are almost ready for harvesting. Both plots had weeds they didn’t weed because they said that crops were matured.
Comments
We told them to keep weeding the plots even after harvesting so that they can prevent weeds to make seeds for the next growing season.
Conclusion
On behalf of the congregation pastor thanked us for the training we are doing and visiting them several times a year. We encouraged them to collect the data as we instructed them to do.
Lundamatwe-Augustana Luth.-- CVP Report May 26-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
May, 26 2011
Village Lundamatwe
Pastor Nixon Mwitula
Companion Augustana Lutheran Church
Attendees 14
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greetings from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plots.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield data should be obtained. We told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments
They said the corn variety we gave them to plant at the demo plot is a good variety because it takes short time to mature and it suits to the area as they doesn’t get too much rainfall.
Conclution
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them are taking the practices to their farms. They have also to collect the data as we have instructed them.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
May, 26 2011
Village Lundamatwe
Pastor Nixon Mwitula
Companion Augustana Lutheran Church
Attendees 14
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greetings from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plots.
Review of the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield data should be obtained. We told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments
They said the corn variety we gave them to plant at the demo plot is a good variety because it takes short time to mature and it suits to the area as they doesn’t get too much rainfall.
Conclution
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them are taking the practices to their farms. They have also to collect the data as we have instructed them.
Magulilwa - Amazing Grace; CVP Visit Report for June 6,2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
June, 06 2011
Village Magulilwa
Pastor Tula Lukosi
Companion Amazing Grace
Attendees 5
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot), number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield data should be obtained. We told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments
• Corn variety they planted this year H 628 have good yield but they may prefer to give them H614 corn variety they planted in their first year. Depending on availability on the shops during the planting time we promised to give them variety they want.
• They requested to plant beans at the same time as they plant corn and they will need big sprayer as they will be applying pesticides several times. If we will be able to get bean seeds earlier then they will be planted at the same time.
• Harvested beans early because of nematodes eating beans; we told them next time they should let us know before they take any action.
Conclusion
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them are taking these practices to their farms. They have also to collect the data as we have instructed them
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
June, 06 2011
Village Magulilwa
Pastor Tula Lukosi
Companion Amazing Grace
Attendees 5
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot), number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield data should be obtained. We told them to record the total yield of corn and beans.
Comments
• Corn variety they planted this year H 628 have good yield but they may prefer to give them H614 corn variety they planted in their first year. Depending on availability on the shops during the planting time we promised to give them variety they want.
• They requested to plant beans at the same time as they plant corn and they will need big sprayer as they will be applying pesticides several times. If we will be able to get bean seeds earlier then they will be planted at the same time.
• Harvested beans early because of nematodes eating beans; we told them next time they should let us know before they take any action.
Conclusion
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them are taking these practices to their farms. They have also to collect the data as we have instructed them
Friday, August 26, 2011
Ng'ang'ange - Roseville Lutheran; CVP Report for June 13-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
June, 13, 2011
We arrived at Ng’ang’ange and find that people were in the church and we joined them for the service and after the service they invited us go on with the training. We went through the handouts and thereafter we went to the plot for demonstration.
Village Ng’ang’ange
Pastor Simon Msula
Companion Roseville Lutheran church
Attendees 25
Weather Cloudy
Reporters Nafeti,Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
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 tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
In the corn plot, the spacing was affected by germination failure at the beginning of the season. We told them that this will affect the yield they are going to get.
Beans will be planted next month (July)
Comments
• They are getting enough rain but corn yield doesn’t look good and they suggested shifting the plot to another location; we told them the important of keeping the plot the same place in order to see the benefits of organic matter accumulation. Though, we think we should allow them to shift the plot to other location and see if the yield will improve
• They suggested to plant local varieties of corn instead of improved varieties; we explained to them the benefits and qualities the improved varieties have compared to local varieties and we told them that’s why we insist them to plant improved corn varieties.
Conclusions:
We told them we need the yield data for the benefit of the whole program and for the success of the demonstration plots next season. We expect them to do a better job in collecting the data.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
June, 13, 2011
We arrived at Ng’ang’ange and find that people were in the church and we joined them for the service and after the service they invited us go on with the training. We went through the handouts and thereafter we went to the plot for demonstration.
Village Ng’ang’ange
Pastor Simon Msula
Companion Roseville Lutheran church
Attendees 25
Weather Cloudy
Reporters Nafeti,Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and went on with the greetings from the Iringa diocese.
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 tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
In the corn plot, the spacing was affected by germination failure at the beginning of the season. We told them that this will affect the yield they are going to get.
Beans will be planted next month (July)
Comments
• They are getting enough rain but corn yield doesn’t look good and they suggested shifting the plot to another location; we told them the important of keeping the plot the same place in order to see the benefits of organic matter accumulation. Though, we think we should allow them to shift the plot to other location and see if the yield will improve
• They suggested to plant local varieties of corn instead of improved varieties; we explained to them the benefits and qualities the improved varieties have compared to local varieties and we told them that’s why we insist them to plant improved corn varieties.
Conclusions:
We told them we need the yield data for the benefit of the whole program and for the success of the demonstration plots next season. We expect them to do a better job in collecting the data.
Nyanzwa - Easter Lutheran; CVP Report for May 27-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
May, 27 2011
Village Nyanzwa
Pastor Luhwano Mwafute
Companion Easter Lutheran
Attendees 9
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
We held the meeting at the demo plot not as usual meeting inside the church first and later to the demo plot for demonstration. We had few people attending the training because majority of the people went to irrigate their farms.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained. Also we told them to use the same instruction when they will be taking yield data from the bean plot which they expect to plant on the irrigated land.
Comments
We insisted them to keep weeding every month in order to prevent the weeds from turning into seeds. Because they left some weeds without weeding them and they are about to turn into seeds which will cause more weeds for next season.
Conclusion
We insisted the important of harvesting the 10M row we marked for data taking and then they should go on harvesting the whole plot and record the total yield.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2nd Year
May, 27 2011
Village Nyanzwa
Pastor Luhwano Mwafute
Companion Easter Lutheran
Attendees 9
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti, Don, Karen, Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
We held the meeting at the demo plot not as usual meeting inside the church first and later to the demo plot for demonstration. We had few people attending the training because majority of the people went to irrigate their farms.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We measured the 10 m row and counted the number of plants (in three different locations within the demonstration plot) for the number of corn ears and yield determination, this was demonstrated by using a meter tape, and the spray paint to mark the demarcations within which number of corn ears and yield information should be obtained. Also we told them to use the same instruction when they will be taking yield data from the bean plot which they expect to plant on the irrigated land.
Comments
We insisted them to keep weeding every month in order to prevent the weeds from turning into seeds. Because they left some weeds without weeding them and they are about to turn into seeds which will cause more weeds for next season.
Conclusion
We insisted the important of harvesting the 10M row we marked for data taking and then they should go on harvesting the whole plot and record the total yield.
Ruaha-Mbuyni - Holy Trinity, New Prague,MN; CVP Report for May 27-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2rd Year -- May, 27 2011
Village Ruaha Mbuyuni (Kwale)
Pastor Elia Konga
Companion Holy Trinity Ev.Lutheran Church
Attendees 13
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Don, Karen Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics--Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We showed them how to measure 10m row and take the yield data. Corns were still green and not yet matured. They also have not yet planted beans as we were expecting them to have planted beans before the rain season end.
Question
They asked if they can be helped to get a new water pump
We told them that we can not promise them anything regarding the new pump because the Institute supplies mostly the farming inputs for the demo plot.
Comments
• They are hiring water pump which is not reliable as sometimes they doesn’t get
• Corn plant they planted for the first time in January dried because of drought and they had to replant in March the one which are still in the field and they are not doing well as well because they are not getting enough water.
• The pump they were using for irrigation had mechanical problems, hence it doesn’t work. We told them to plant the crops when they get the first rain in order to use rainfall to grow crops than depending on irrigation only, also they should fix the pump to solve the current problem with drought.
Conclusion
We encouraged them because of irrigation potential they have they should think of fixing the water pump and go on with irrigating the corn plot and plant the beans as well.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 2rd Year -- May, 27 2011
Village Ruaha Mbuyuni (Kwale)
Pastor Elia Konga
Companion Holy Trinity Ev.Lutheran Church
Attendees 13
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti,Don, Karen Mang’ulisa and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics--Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We showed them how to measure 10m row and take the yield data. Corns were still green and not yet matured. They also have not yet planted beans as we were expecting them to have planted beans before the rain season end.
Question
They asked if they can be helped to get a new water pump
We told them that we can not promise them anything regarding the new pump because the Institute supplies mostly the farming inputs for the demo plot.
Comments
• They are hiring water pump which is not reliable as sometimes they doesn’t get
• Corn plant they planted for the first time in January dried because of drought and they had to replant in March the one which are still in the field and they are not doing well as well because they are not getting enough water.
• The pump they were using for irrigation had mechanical problems, hence it doesn’t work. We told them to plant the crops when they get the first rain in order to use rainfall to grow crops than depending on irrigation only, also they should fix the pump to solve the current problem with drought.
Conclusion
We encouraged them because of irrigation potential they have they should think of fixing the water pump and go on with irrigating the corn plot and plant the beans as well.
Tungamalenga - Shepherd of the Valley; CVP Report for May 31-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 31 2011
Village Tungamalenga
Pastor Naftal Ngamillo
Companion Shephered of Valley Lutheran Church
Attendees 6
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10m row of beans and rice and collect the required data of plant population and yield. Beans and rice plot were still on the field but had already harvested corn.
Plots information
Corn was planted in half an acre and they didn’t get yield as was expected because they didn’t get enough rain and water for irrigation. Beans were planted on the irrigated land and they looks doing well and they planted in a quarter an acre as well as rice.
Comments
• As we were discussing with them the kind of yield they expect to get this season they should also consider to compare between years from the first year, second and the third year they are now.
• They had problems with practicing minimum tillage. I told them how easy it is so long as they follow our recommendations on how to go about and the benefits of leaving crop residues on the farm.
Conclusion
We wanted them to take all the needed data from corn and beans, rice and record them on the paper sheet we provided.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 3rd Year
May, 31 2011
Village Tungamalenga
Pastor Naftal Ngamillo
Companion Shephered of Valley Lutheran Church
Attendees 6
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti and Pongolani
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10m row of beans and rice and collect the required data of plant population and yield. Beans and rice plot were still on the field but had already harvested corn.
Plots information
Corn was planted in half an acre and they didn’t get yield as was expected because they didn’t get enough rain and water for irrigation. Beans were planted on the irrigated land and they looks doing well and they planted in a quarter an acre as well as rice.
Comments
• As we were discussing with them the kind of yield they expect to get this season they should also consider to compare between years from the first year, second and the third year they are now.
• They had problems with practicing minimum tillage. I told them how easy it is so long as they follow our recommendations on how to go about and the benefits of leaving crop residues on the farm.
Conclusion
We wanted them to take all the needed data from corn and beans, rice and record them on the paper sheet we provided.
Mlafu - Our Saviors, Sillwater CVP Report May 30-2011
2009 CVP -- Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two -- May 30, 2011
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daiso Mpesa
Companion Our Savior’s, Stillwater
Attendees 23
Weather for the past month Rainy
Institute staff Don, Karen and Gabriel
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Our Savior’s-Still water, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken
These measurements are done to corn.
Plots information
Corn plot looks fine. It is clean and the ears have been filled very well. They are matured but not yet dried. Beans have already been harvested. They are in piles for sun drying but not yet threshed.
Comments
The bean variety was changed from that of last year. It yields high however they still not sure with the market. They will see when they thresh and the buyers see them.
The corn seed is good. It does not rot like that of last year. They like the variety.
When asked how many use the techniques, they said most of them use the techniques but not all the techniques. The problem has been getting all the inputs especially recommended amount of fertilizers.
Conclusions
We asked them to take the yield measurements properly as recommended. They are very important for us all to know the progress of the demonstration plots and the effectiveness of the techniques taught.
Visit Report
5th Visit Year Two -- May 30, 2011
Village Mlafu
Pastor Daiso Mpesa
Companion Our Savior’s, Stillwater
Attendees 23
Weather for the past month Rainy
Institute staff Don, Karen and Gabriel
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Our Savior’s-Still water, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken
These measurements are done to corn.
Plots information
Corn plot looks fine. It is clean and the ears have been filled very well. They are matured but not yet dried. Beans have already been harvested. They are in piles for sun drying but not yet threshed.
Comments
The bean variety was changed from that of last year. It yields high however they still not sure with the market. They will see when they thresh and the buyers see them.
The corn seed is good. It does not rot like that of last year. They like the variety.
When asked how many use the techniques, they said most of them use the techniques but not all the techniques. The problem has been getting all the inputs especially recommended amount of fertilizers.
Conclusions
We asked them to take the yield measurements properly as recommended. They are very important for us all to know the progress of the demonstration plots and the effectiveness of the techniques taught.
Pommern-Gethsemane Luth., Maplewood; CVP Report for June 6-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
1st Visit Year One
March 23rd, 2010
Village Pommern
Pastor Jenro Kivamba
Companion GETHSEMANE LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel, Roger and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Introduction of the program
• Deliver a hand hoe and box file
• Taking soil sample for analysis
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa gave greetings from DIRA to the people and introduces staff of Institute of Agriculture. He encouraged people to attend seminars and follow the techniques taught, this will help them move to the next level in terms of farming.
Roger gave greetings from Gethsemane Lutheran, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee.
2. Went through the handouts
o 1st Visit handout- DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement.
o CVP- Record of Events handout.
o Chronological Plot management of crops handout.
3. Demonstrations
We explained procedures of taking soil sample and the importance of doing soil analysis, then after we took the soil sample that was labeled and packed in small bags.
Comments
The population is 2,500-3,000 people. Villagers have been using fertilizer such as Minjingu Phosphate, TSP, DAP for planting. Urea and CAN for second fertilizer application. Also they have been using improved corn seeds (i.e. H625, H628 and H615) and local seeds. Major crops grown in this village are corn, beans and peas. Normally they don’t experience drought, and the rainy season is December through April. Average yield for corn and beans are 5-10 bags and 1-3 bags respectively.
Fertilizer training concept is good, because in the past they have been receiving and using fertilizers without having enough knowledge about it.
25% of matured corn are harvested before they dry and sold as roast corn that will be shipped to cities for sell.
Questions from audience and answers
At what month should they harvest corn in their fields?
We told them we can’t tell the exactly month but it should be harvested when the corn looks dry enough. (NB: Over here the corn are sun dried)
When we explained not to burn crop residues, what can they do when they want to clear new farms/land?
We suggested to burn because it will be tough to work in the farm with thorns, but not to burn the next season.
They said sometimes the have a problem of little black burgs which eat both corn and beans in the field. (Normally affect farms near homes)
We answered them to use clean seeds and use proper insecticides. Also they should use chemicals for storage of grains after harvest.
They asked about corn spacing?
We told them the corn spacing we are recommend is 60 cm by 20 cm, but we will discuss and demonstrate more about this in the next visits.
They asked if it okay to mix CAN and UREA during second fertilizer application.
The answer is No; we are recommending not to mix because soil analysis is guiding us on what kind of fertilizer and amount should be used.
How often should they weed their farms?
Whenever they see weeds are about 3 cm tall.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We emphasized the importance of following instruction because the success of the program depends upon them following what we instructed. They promised to follow all the instructions.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
1st Visit Year One
March 23rd, 2010
Village Pommern
Pastor Jenro Kivamba
Companion GETHSEMANE LUTH. CHURCH
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Ibrahim, Gabriel, Roger and Pastor Lunodzo
Purpose of the visit
• Introduction of the program
• Deliver a hand hoe and box file
• Taking soil sample for analysis
Topics
1. Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa gave greetings from DIRA to the people and introduces staff of Institute of Agriculture. He encouraged people to attend seminars and follow the techniques taught, this will help them move to the next level in terms of farming.
Roger gave greetings from Gethsemane Lutheran, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee.
2. Went through the handouts
o 1st Visit handout- DIRA and Institute of Agriculture Village Plot Agreement.
o CVP- Record of Events handout.
o Chronological Plot management of crops handout.
3. Demonstrations
We explained procedures of taking soil sample and the importance of doing soil analysis, then after we took the soil sample that was labeled and packed in small bags.
Comments
The population is 2,500-3,000 people. Villagers have been using fertilizer such as Minjingu Phosphate, TSP, DAP for planting. Urea and CAN for second fertilizer application. Also they have been using improved corn seeds (i.e. H625, H628 and H615) and local seeds. Major crops grown in this village are corn, beans and peas. Normally they don’t experience drought, and the rainy season is December through April. Average yield for corn and beans are 5-10 bags and 1-3 bags respectively.
Fertilizer training concept is good, because in the past they have been receiving and using fertilizers without having enough knowledge about it.
25% of matured corn are harvested before they dry and sold as roast corn that will be shipped to cities for sell.
Questions from audience and answers
At what month should they harvest corn in their fields?
We told them we can’t tell the exactly month but it should be harvested when the corn looks dry enough. (NB: Over here the corn are sun dried)
When we explained not to burn crop residues, what can they do when they want to clear new farms/land?
We suggested to burn because it will be tough to work in the farm with thorns, but not to burn the next season.
They said sometimes the have a problem of little black burgs which eat both corn and beans in the field. (Normally affect farms near homes)
We answered them to use clean seeds and use proper insecticides. Also they should use chemicals for storage of grains after harvest.
They asked about corn spacing?
We told them the corn spacing we are recommend is 60 cm by 20 cm, but we will discuss and demonstrate more about this in the next visits.
They asked if it okay to mix CAN and UREA during second fertilizer application.
The answer is No; we are recommending not to mix because soil analysis is guiding us on what kind of fertilizer and amount should be used.
How often should they weed their farms?
Whenever they see weeds are about 3 cm tall.
Conclusions/Recommendations
We emphasized the importance of following instruction because the success of the program depends upon them following what we instructed. They promised to follow all the instructions.
Ifunda - House of Prayer -- CVP Visit May 24-2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
May 24, 2011
Village Ifunda
Pastor Jenoca Mwilafi
Companion House of Prayer, Oakdale
Attendees 20
Weather for the past month Dry
Institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Due to some land problems they had in the beginning of the season, the plot had to move to the preaching point called Kivalali.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from House of Prayer-Oakkdale, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Part of the corn plot has not performed well here. Looks like nutrients were washed away in part of the plot or for some other reasons there are nutrients unbalance in this type of soil. Beans have not been planted yet. They will be planted in August in the low land area
Comments
Part of the corn plot has not been performing better as expected. They suggested moving the plot back to the Parish. We told them that, if they get enough land to the Parish which will not get them into conflict like that of last year, that will be good. The aim of the demonstration plot is to be seen by many people as possible. Locating it to the parish where many people have access of it will be good idea.
Conclusions
We told them to take the measurements of the corn plot according to the instructions we gave them. They should also remember to do the same in the bean plot before they harvest.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
May 24, 2011
Village Ifunda
Pastor Jenoca Mwilafi
Companion House of Prayer, Oakdale
Attendees 20
Weather for the past month Dry
Institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Due to some land problems they had in the beginning of the season, the plot had to move to the preaching point called Kivalali.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from House of Prayer-Oakkdale, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Part of the corn plot has not performed well here. Looks like nutrients were washed away in part of the plot or for some other reasons there are nutrients unbalance in this type of soil. Beans have not been planted yet. They will be planted in August in the low land area
Comments
Part of the corn plot has not been performing better as expected. They suggested moving the plot back to the Parish. We told them that, if they get enough land to the Parish which will not get them into conflict like that of last year, that will be good. The aim of the demonstration plot is to be seen by many people as possible. Locating it to the parish where many people have access of it will be good idea.
Conclusions
We told them to take the measurements of the corn plot according to the instructions we gave them. They should also remember to do the same in the bean plot before they harvest.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Ipalamwa Parish - Mt Calvary, Eagan CVP visit Report June 20, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
June 20, 2011
Village Ipalamwa Parish
Pastor Ajenista Maliga
Companion Mount Calvary, Eagan
Attendees 45
Weather for the past month Rainy
Institute staff Gabriel, Nafeti, Rev. Mang’ulisa, Don and Karen
We conducted a demonstration meeting tin the Parish Church. We have big turn-out today. This is one of the congregations with many people participating in the program. Parish Pastor and District Pastor both attended the demonstration meeting.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Mount Calvary - Eagan, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. We 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Bean plot looks very nice. The plants are matured and starting to dry. The spacing was properly followed and the pods are well filled. Corn plot looks nice too. The plants are matured and dried. The close spacing will give high yield in this demonstration plot.
Comments
We discussed with them about the spacing and the bean variety. We told them once we have the yield, we will be in better position to know if the variety suites this area and if the spacing is appropriate.
They said most of them in the village do practice crop rotation. They have seen from the crop rotation practice, the soil fertility of their farms is conserved.
They asked us if we can get another bean variety to test in demonstration plot. They would like to have another variety which is not bush like type.
We told them that we shall work on that
Conclusions
The parish members are working very hard here. The pastors’ supervision is good and very encouraging. She is working hard to attain the success of the program. We told them that they have good Pastor and good management. They should take the practices taught in their farms. That will be the big success of the whole program.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
June 20, 2011
Village Ipalamwa Parish
Pastor Ajenista Maliga
Companion Mount Calvary, Eagan
Attendees 45
Weather for the past month Rainy
Institute staff Gabriel, Nafeti, Rev. Mang’ulisa, Don and Karen
We conducted a demonstration meeting tin the Parish Church. We have big turn-out today. This is one of the congregations with many people participating in the program. Parish Pastor and District Pastor both attended the demonstration meeting.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Mount Calvary - Eagan, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. We 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Bean plot looks very nice. The plants are matured and starting to dry. The spacing was properly followed and the pods are well filled. Corn plot looks nice too. The plants are matured and dried. The close spacing will give high yield in this demonstration plot.
Comments
We discussed with them about the spacing and the bean variety. We told them once we have the yield, we will be in better position to know if the variety suites this area and if the spacing is appropriate.
They said most of them in the village do practice crop rotation. They have seen from the crop rotation practice, the soil fertility of their farms is conserved.
They asked us if we can get another bean variety to test in demonstration plot. They would like to have another variety which is not bush like type.
We told them that we shall work on that
Conclusions
The parish members are working very hard here. The pastors’ supervision is good and very encouraging. She is working hard to attain the success of the program. We told them that they have good Pastor and good management. They should take the practices taught in their farms. That will be the big success of the whole program.
Itungi-Como Park Luth.; CVP Report for May 30, 2011
2008 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 30, 2011
Village Itungi
Pastor Damian Ngandango and Ass. Pastor Barton Wikedzi
Companion Como Park, St. Paul
Attendees 9
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Most of the members of this Parish were attending a funeral ceremony. We did not conduct a formal demonstration meeting. We went straight to the plot and started demonstrating there.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Como Park-St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. Spacing is okay. They are matured but not yet dried. Beans plot is good too. There few spots with of poor germination, however the plot looks better than that of last year.
Comments
They like the bean and corn variety introduced here. Some of them said they have adopted few techniques and apply to their fields.
Conclusions
There much improvements in their plots this year. We encouraged them to keep the good work. We insisted on the importance of taking the yield data as instructed.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 30, 2011
Village Itungi
Pastor Damian Ngandango and Ass. Pastor Barton Wikedzi
Companion Como Park, St. Paul
Attendees 9
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Most of the members of this Parish were attending a funeral ceremony. We did not conduct a formal demonstration meeting. We went straight to the plot and started demonstrating there.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Como Park-St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. Spacing is okay. They are matured but not yet dried. Beans plot is good too. There few spots with of poor germination, however the plot looks better than that of last year.
Comments
They like the bean and corn variety introduced here. Some of them said they have adopted few techniques and apply to their fields.
Conclusions
There much improvements in their plots this year. We encouraged them to keep the good work. We insisted on the importance of taking the yield data as instructed.
Kidugala(Njombe) - Emmanuel, Iowa; CVP Report for June 8, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
June 8, 2011
Village Kidugala
Pastor Wallence Lupenza
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, Iowa
Attendees 16
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Karen
We arrived in Kudugala few minutes before noon. We met parish members already gathered in the church. The Pastor is not around. He has gone to US with a church group. Up on our arrival, we went direct to the plot to start demonstrations
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed. He told them that we need the data so that we may be able to suggest to the right variety and appropriate agronomic practices. Moreover, we are planning to expand the programs to more villages therefore organizations that may provide funds for the expansions would like to see the data too.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. We told them that the spacing was supposed to be closer than they are now. The close spacing and fertilizers application lead into high yields. Since the spacing are a little bit wide they will not get as much yield as we expected. The plot has problems with the chicken because it is located near by the houses which keep local chicken. Chickens eat bean flowers!
Bean plot has already been harvested.
Comments
The evangelist and the church leader expressed their sincere thanks for the program. They said that, there few instructions they did not do accordingly however, there will work on them and since this is their first year, they will do better in the next year.
Conclusions
As we were laving we encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them that we expect starting from next year many people will be adopting the techniques and practices in their farms. The aim is to improve the yields.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year One
June 8, 2011
Village Kidugala
Pastor Wallence Lupenza
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, Iowa
Attendees 16
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Nafeti, Don and Karen
We arrived in Kudugala few minutes before noon. We met parish members already gathered in the church. The Pastor is not around. He has gone to US with a church group. Up on our arrival, we went direct to the plot to start demonstrations
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed. He told them that we need the data so that we may be able to suggest to the right variety and appropriate agronomic practices. Moreover, we are planning to expand the programs to more villages therefore organizations that may provide funds for the expansions would like to see the data too.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. We told them that the spacing was supposed to be closer than they are now. The close spacing and fertilizers application lead into high yields. Since the spacing are a little bit wide they will not get as much yield as we expected. The plot has problems with the chicken because it is located near by the houses which keep local chicken. Chickens eat bean flowers!
Bean plot has already been harvested.
Comments
The evangelist and the church leader expressed their sincere thanks for the program. They said that, there few instructions they did not do accordingly however, there will work on them and since this is their first year, they will do better in the next year.
Conclusions
As we were laving we encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them that we expect starting from next year many people will be adopting the techniques and practices in their farms. The aim is to improve the yields.
Kilolo - King of Kings; CVP Visit Report for May 31, 2011
2009 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 31, 2011
Village Kilolo
Pastor Yona Kinganga
Companion King of Kings, Woodbury
Attendees 4
Weather for the past month Dry
Ag institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
The Pastors told us that they were late to get the information about our demonstration visit therefore there will be few people today. We told him that what we want are the people who will instruct others during the harvesting time in taking the yield measurements. We sat in the Parish office together with Pastor and few Parish leaders and discuss about the demonstration plot.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Introduction
Don spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
• Corn plot looks nice. Spacing has been properly followed, the plants are tall and the ears are well filled. Pastor has grown another plot adjacent to the demonstration plot for the purpose of demonstrating difference between the use of fertilizers, spacing and seeds.
• Bean plot looks nice too. Two types of varieties have been planted here for the purpose of experimenting the suitability of the seed varieties. There was heavy rainfall during the flowering stage which causes the reduction of the flowers, and also failure of palliation.
Comments
They are grateful that the program has been extended into forth year. They express their gratitude to their companion congregation (King of Kings) for agreeing to sponsor the plot for the fourth year
The bean variety has performed better than that of last year
Conclusions
We thank the Pastor and those Parish leaders for the good work they do in the demonstration plot. We asked them to properly collect data from the plots as instructed for the benefit of the whole program.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 31, 2011
Village Kilolo
Pastor Yona Kinganga
Companion King of Kings, Woodbury
Attendees 4
Weather for the past month Dry
Ag institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
The Pastors told us that they were late to get the information about our demonstration visit therefore there will be few people today. We told him that what we want are the people who will instruct others during the harvesting time in taking the yield measurements. We sat in the Parish office together with Pastor and few Parish leaders and discuss about the demonstration plot.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Introduction
Don spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
• Corn plot looks nice. Spacing has been properly followed, the plants are tall and the ears are well filled. Pastor has grown another plot adjacent to the demonstration plot for the purpose of demonstrating difference between the use of fertilizers, spacing and seeds.
• Bean plot looks nice too. Two types of varieties have been planted here for the purpose of experimenting the suitability of the seed varieties. There was heavy rainfall during the flowering stage which causes the reduction of the flowers, and also failure of palliation.
Comments
They are grateful that the program has been extended into forth year. They express their gratitude to their companion congregation (King of Kings) for agreeing to sponsor the plot for the fourth year
The bean variety has performed better than that of last year
Conclusions
We thank the Pastor and those Parish leaders for the good work they do in the demonstration plot. We asked them to properly collect data from the plots as instructed for the benefit of the whole program.
Lulanzi Lutheran - Christ Lutheran; CVP Report for June 6, 2011
2009 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Two
June 6, 2011
Village Lulanzi
Pastor Tuluwene Gavile
Companion Christ Lutheran, Lake Amo
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Rainy
Ag institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christ Lutheran-Lake Amo, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
The corn plot is very nice. The plants look good and the ears are well filled. The harvest is expected to be better than last year.
Beans look nice in one part of the plot other parts there signs of stunted growth. They told us that it is getting chill during the nights and hence the plants are affected by this severe coldness.
Comments
The corn Variety introduced this season does not rot like that of last year. It is long duration variety hence it suits this area. They like it.
The bean crop have been affected by severe coldness, probably they should be growing beans in the low land where it is not as cold as where the plot is now. Most of the beans growing in that area are not affected by coldness.
We told them we like to keep the plot in the same place because we want people to see the impact of building soil profile with addition of organic matter, fertilizers and crop rotation. However is they want to move the plot they should make sure that it is located in the place where people can see and should not be moved again.
Conclusions
We told them we need the yield data for the benefit of the whole program and fore success of the demonstration plots next season. We expect them to do a better job in collecting the data.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Two
June 6, 2011
Village Lulanzi
Pastor Tuluwene Gavile
Companion Christ Lutheran, Lake Amo
Attendees 18
Weather for the past month Rainy
Ag institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christ Lutheran-Lake Amo, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
The corn plot is very nice. The plants look good and the ears are well filled. The harvest is expected to be better than last year.
Beans look nice in one part of the plot other parts there signs of stunted growth. They told us that it is getting chill during the nights and hence the plants are affected by this severe coldness.
Comments
The corn Variety introduced this season does not rot like that of last year. It is long duration variety hence it suits this area. They like it.
The bean crop have been affected by severe coldness, probably they should be growing beans in the low land where it is not as cold as where the plot is now. Most of the beans growing in that area are not affected by coldness.
We told them we like to keep the plot in the same place because we want people to see the impact of building soil profile with addition of organic matter, fertilizers and crop rotation. However is they want to move the plot they should make sure that it is located in the place where people can see and should not be moved again.
Conclusions
We told them we need the yield data for the benefit of the whole program and fore success of the demonstration plots next season. We expect them to do a better job in collecting the data.
Mkimbizi - Immanuel; CVP Visit Report for June 7, 2011
2009 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
June 07, 2011
Village Mkimbizi
Pastor Ambrose Mwakikoti
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, St. Paul
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
We went to the preaching point of this Parish where the plot is located. We drove with Pastor and few members of the congregation to the plot.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Immanuel - St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks better than that of last year; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. The variety introduced here is drought resistant variety.
The bean plot has been harvested. The yields are not as higher as expected. They are thinking of moving the plot to a place where it can be easily managed.
Comments
On behave of his congregation, Pastor expressed thanks to their companion congregation for the training
The evangelist said that people have started to adopt the techniques after seen the demonstration plot. Many people in town have small farms outside the town. In those farms, they practice the techniques taught.
Conclusions
The corn plot this year looks better than that of last year. There are progressive developments in the way they follow instructions and apply the techniques. We encouraged to keep on doing better.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
June 07, 2011
Village Mkimbizi
Pastor Ambrose Mwakikoti
Companion Immanuel Lutheran, St. Paul
Attendees 5
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
We went to the preaching point of this Parish where the plot is located. We drove with Pastor and few members of the congregation to the plot.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Immanuel - St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks better than that of last year; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. The variety introduced here is drought resistant variety.
The bean plot has been harvested. The yields are not as higher as expected. They are thinking of moving the plot to a place where it can be easily managed.
Comments
On behave of his congregation, Pastor expressed thanks to their companion congregation for the training
The evangelist said that people have started to adopt the techniques after seen the demonstration plot. Many people in town have small farms outside the town. In those farms, they practice the techniques taught.
Conclusions
The corn plot this year looks better than that of last year. There are progressive developments in the way they follow instructions and apply the techniques. We encouraged to keep on doing better.
Mlowa-Christus Victor; CVP Report for May 31, 2011
2009 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 31, 2011
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor Lutheran, Apple Valley
Attendees 12
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
We got here a little bit earlier. We sat down with the Pastor discussing about the demonstration plot. He also added that members of this congregation are very eager to establish the Saving and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOS) which can be used to finance rice crops which is more popular here.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christus Victor Lutheran-Apple Valley, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
We drove long way to get to the plot. The road we have been using previously has been flooded therefore we had to go another toad. They have termite’s problem here. To avoid the attack of the termites to the corn crop, they had to harvest earlier. Therefore the corn plot has been harvested and preparations for the next season have started.
Beans plot is good too. This time the spacing was properly followed, and they expect a better harvest than last year.
Comments
They said “The bean variety introduced this season is very good. We like the was it performed in the field, however we have to wait and see the way it taste and the cooking duration it taste”
We told them that in the places we have introduced it, they said it is good. However we would like to get your views when you harvest and start to use them
They said that they still have problems with the livestock keepers because soon after they harvest, the animals are left to graze in the fields therefore they do not get to keep their crop residues for adding organic matter in their soil. We advised them to trade the crop residues with cow manures from the livestock keepers. That seems to be impossible because the livestock keepers are nomads, they do not stay in one place for a long time therefore, cow manure do not get accumulated enough.
This season, the problem of the elephants eating crops has been decreased.
Conclusions
Pastor of this Parish is very active. He promised to work properly with his Parish members in taking the yield measurements. Their plots have much improvement this season. They said they have been getting enough water for irrigation.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 31, 2011
Village Mlowa
Pastor Lunogelo Mbwilo
Companion Christus Victor Lutheran, Apple Valley
Attendees 12
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
We got here a little bit earlier. We sat down with the Pastor discussing about the demonstration plot. He also added that members of this congregation are very eager to establish the Saving and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOS) which can be used to finance rice crops which is more popular here.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christus Victor Lutheran-Apple Valley, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
We drove long way to get to the plot. The road we have been using previously has been flooded therefore we had to go another toad. They have termite’s problem here. To avoid the attack of the termites to the corn crop, they had to harvest earlier. Therefore the corn plot has been harvested and preparations for the next season have started.
Beans plot is good too. This time the spacing was properly followed, and they expect a better harvest than last year.
Comments
They said “The bean variety introduced this season is very good. We like the was it performed in the field, however we have to wait and see the way it taste and the cooking duration it taste”
We told them that in the places we have introduced it, they said it is good. However we would like to get your views when you harvest and start to use them
They said that they still have problems with the livestock keepers because soon after they harvest, the animals are left to graze in the fields therefore they do not get to keep their crop residues for adding organic matter in their soil. We advised them to trade the crop residues with cow manures from the livestock keepers. That seems to be impossible because the livestock keepers are nomads, they do not stay in one place for a long time therefore, cow manure do not get accumulated enough.
This season, the problem of the elephants eating crops has been decreased.
Conclusions
Pastor of this Parish is very active. He promised to work properly with his Parish members in taking the yield measurements. Their plots have much improvement this season. They said they have been getting enough water for irrigation.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Bomalang'ombe Sec.School --Trinity, Stillwater --CVP Visit June 14-2011
2009 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Two
June 14, 2011
Village Bomalang’ombe Secondary School
Pastor Batista Lyandala
Companion Trinity Lutheran, Stillwater
Attendees 27 Students
Weather for the past month Dry
Institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Most of the students are in Holiday. The school has form IV students who have remained in the school for the national examination preparation. We conducted demonstrations and leave instructions with them.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Trinity - Stillwater, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn and beans are still in the field. They are matured and dried but not dried enough to be harvested. We told them the spacing in their field is very wide, not as recommended. This will significantly reduce the yields they are going to get. We told them we do insist close follow up of the instructions because we want them to learn from the field and the harvest.
Conclusions
We gave them instructions handouts. We told them to follow the instructions. They should use this opportunity to learn about farming so that they can go and practice with their parents when they go back to the villages.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Two
June 14, 2011
Village Bomalang’ombe Secondary School
Pastor Batista Lyandala
Companion Trinity Lutheran, Stillwater
Attendees 27 Students
Weather for the past month Dry
Institute staff Gabriel, Don and Karen
Most of the students are in Holiday. The school has form IV students who have remained in the school for the national examination preparation. We conducted demonstrations and leave instructions with them.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Trinity - Stillwater, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn and beans are still in the field. They are matured and dried but not dried enough to be harvested. We told them the spacing in their field is very wide, not as recommended. This will significantly reduce the yields they are going to get. We told them we do insist close follow up of the instructions because we want them to learn from the field and the harvest.
Conclusions
We gave them instructions handouts. We told them to follow the instructions. They should use this opportunity to learn about farming so that they can go and practice with their parents when they go back to the villages.
Ipalamwa Sec Sch CVP Report for June 7, 2011
2010 CVP
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1stYear
June, 07 2011
Village Ipalamwa sec school
Headmaster Ombeni Sawike
Companion Raquet Family Foundation
Attendees About 40 students
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti ,Gabriel,Don,Karen and Mang’ulisa
We held the meeting at the Parish with participants from the Parish and students from the Secondary school. After the meeting went to respective demo plots parish members at the parish plot and students at the Secondary school.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10m row of beans and collect the required data for plant population. They had already harvested corn before we visited them and the looks to have low harvest compared to the plot at the parish.
Comments
• We told them next time they should let us know first before they take any action regarding the demo plot as we usually tell them.
• We told them to learn also from the parish because crops at the demo plots at the parish have better yield compared to plot at secondary school and the district pastor promised us to make a follow up next season to all the demo plots next year.
Conclusion
We told them to work on the instruction we give them for the success of demo plots.
Companion Village Project
Visit Report
5th Visit 1stYear
June, 07 2011
Village Ipalamwa sec school
Headmaster Ombeni Sawike
Companion Raquet Family Foundation
Attendees About 40 students
Weather Sunny
Reporters Nafeti ,Gabriel,Don,Karen and Mang’ulisa
We held the meeting at the Parish with participants from the Parish and students from the Secondary school. After the meeting went to respective demo plots parish members at the parish plot and students at the Secondary school.
Purpose of the visit
The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate and give instructions on yield measurement.
Greetings
Pastor Lunodzo Mang’ulisa introduced the Ag. Institute staff and he also delivered greeting from the Iringa diocese. Don delivered greetings from St. Paul area Synod and US Ag.Isnstitute Advisory Committee. Done also explain the important of the yield data we are expecting to take from the demo plot.
Topics
Went through the handouts
• 5th Visit handout
• Yield recording sheet
• Rain record sheets to know the amount of rain received during this season
Demonstrations
We demonstrated how to measure the 10m row of beans and collect the required data for plant population. They had already harvested corn before we visited them and the looks to have low harvest compared to the plot at the parish.
Comments
• We told them next time they should let us know first before they take any action regarding the demo plot as we usually tell them.
• We told them to learn also from the parish because crops at the demo plots at the parish have better yield compared to plot at secondary school and the district pastor promised us to make a follow up next season to all the demo plots next year.
Conclusion
We told them to work on the instruction we give them for the success of demo plots.
Nduli-Christ the King; CVP Visit Report for June 7, 2011
2008 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three -- June 07, 2011
Village Nduli
Pastor Laiton Muyinga
Companion Christ the King Lutheran, New Bringhton
Attendees 4
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Before we went to Nduli we stopped in one of the Hardware store and buy Aluminum sheet. The institute of Agriculture is working on researching the better storage facilities for the local farmers which might reduce post harvest crop loss and help the farmers to store their crops and sell when price goes up. Nduli is one of the place where one of the locally made storage facility (Grain silo) is been built. The aluminum sheets will be used for building shading structure for the silo.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christ the King-New Bringhton, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good. Spacing has been properly followed; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. The variety introduced here is drought resistant variety.
The bean plot has been harvested and the measurements were taken as instructed. The yields are good.
Comments
They asked if we what methods farmers in USA use to store their crops
Farmers in USA store their crops in big metal silos which allow warm are to pass through the grains and dry them to the right moisture content. Moreover some do put their crops in the big grain elevators which are own by co-operatives or individual businessmen. The elevators have been constructed in such a way grains are stored for long time without been damaged. However those facilities are not available in Tanzania, farmers are advised to sun dry well their crop and put storage pesticides before they store their crops.
Conclusions
This parish has been very good candidate for these agriculture training program. They work hard, follow instructions and they get good results. Pastor told us many people have been adopting the techniques. We encouraged them to keep the good work.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three -- June 07, 2011
Village Nduli
Pastor Laiton Muyinga
Companion Christ the King Lutheran, New Bringhton
Attendees 4
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Before we went to Nduli we stopped in one of the Hardware store and buy Aluminum sheet. The institute of Agriculture is working on researching the better storage facilities for the local farmers which might reduce post harvest crop loss and help the farmers to store their crops and sell when price goes up. Nduli is one of the place where one of the locally made storage facility (Grain silo) is been built. The aluminum sheets will be used for building shading structure for the silo.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Christ the King-New Bringhton, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good. Spacing has been properly followed; the ears are big and well filled. They are matured but not yet dried. The variety introduced here is drought resistant variety.
The bean plot has been harvested and the measurements were taken as instructed. The yields are good.
Comments
They asked if we what methods farmers in USA use to store their crops
Farmers in USA store their crops in big metal silos which allow warm are to pass through the grains and dry them to the right moisture content. Moreover some do put their crops in the big grain elevators which are own by co-operatives or individual businessmen. The elevators have been constructed in such a way grains are stored for long time without been damaged. However those facilities are not available in Tanzania, farmers are advised to sun dry well their crop and put storage pesticides before they store their crops.
Conclusions
This parish has been very good candidate for these agriculture training program. They work hard, follow instructions and they get good results. Pastor told us many people have been adopting the techniques. We encouraged them to keep the good work.
Ihemi-Christiania Luth., CVP Report for May 24, 2011
2008 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 24, 2011
Village Ihemi
Pastor Anania Kadege
Companion Christiania Lutheran, Lakeville
Attendees 17
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don and Karen delivered greetings from Christiania Lutheran-Lakeville, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. Spacing is okay. They are matured but not yet dried. The crop looks better than that of last year.
Bean plot has already been harvested.
Comments
They are grateful for the extension of the program from three years to four years.
When asked if they use the techniques taught, most of the said yes, though they do not use all of the. Input such as fertilizers and seeds are expensive hence major obstacle
Conclusions
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them taking these practices to their farms. We will be back on July or August to take the yield data.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
May 24, 2011
Village Ihemi
Pastor Anania Kadege
Companion Christiania Lutheran, Lakeville
Attendees 17
Weather for the past month Dry
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don and Karen delivered greetings from Christiania Lutheran-Lakeville, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken.
Plots information
Corn plot looks good; the ears are big and well filled. Spacing is okay. They are matured but not yet dried. The crop looks better than that of last year.
Bean plot has already been harvested.
Comments
They are grateful for the extension of the program from three years to four years.
When asked if they use the techniques taught, most of the said yes, though they do not use all of the. Input such as fertilizers and seeds are expensive hence major obstacle
Conclusions
We encouraged them to keep the good work. We told them next year we would like to see many of them taking these practices to their farms. We will be back on July or August to take the yield data.
Mwatasi-Trinity,Stillwtr., CVP Report for June 13, 2011
2008 CVP
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
June 13, 2011
Village Mwatasi
Pastor Pastor
Companion Trinity, Stillwater
Attendees 38
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Long drive to Mwatasi. We met the parish members in the mass service. It is the day after Pentecost; according to the Lutheran traditions most of the congregations will hold mass service in the morning of this day. At the end of the service, the Pastor introduces us to the Parish members. After the service we started demonstration meeting in the church before we walked to the plot for further demonstration.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Trinity-Stillwater, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn is matured but not yet dried enough to be harvested and stored. The spacing are wide, we told them that this will significantly reduce the high yield we expected them to get. We recommend fertilizers applications and close spacing because that gives the high yield. The bean plants are still green. The plots are in slopes. In both plots the effect of soil erosion is obvious seen. Plants in the upper land are not as good as those in the lower land. Fertilizers might have been washed to the low land. We told them that to prevent soil erosion and fertilizers wastage, they should make terraces after every 3m.
Comments
They said they hope the corn seed variety we have introduced will perform better because it has not started to rot as that of last year. However they are still observing the performance of the plots.
Conclusions
We told them we will be back in August. They should record the yield as instructed and keep the records. We hoe the yield data and rainfall data will help us to understand the performance of the plot and take necessary corrections.
Companion Village Project
5th Visit Year Three
June 13, 2011
Village Mwatasi
Pastor Pastor
Companion Trinity, Stillwater
Attendees 38
Weather for the past month Rainy
Reporters Gabriel, Don and Karen
Long drive to Mwatasi. We met the parish members in the mass service. It is the day after Pentecost; according to the Lutheran traditions most of the congregations will hold mass service in the morning of this day. At the end of the service, the Pastor introduces us to the Parish members. After the service we started demonstration meeting in the church before we walked to the plot for further demonstration.
Purpose of the visit
• Explain and demonstrate how to take yield measurement
Topics
1. Greetings
Don delivered greetings from Trinity-Stillwater, St. Paul, Saint Paul Area Synod and US Ag Advisory Committee. He spoke about the importance of getting the right yield measurements and explained why they are highly needed.
2. 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 miter tape, we used spray paint to mark the demarcations within which the measurements should be taken. These measurements are to be taken from both corn and beans.
Plots information
Corn is matured but not yet dried enough to be harvested and stored. The spacing are wide, we told them that this will significantly reduce the high yield we expected them to get. We recommend fertilizers applications and close spacing because that gives the high yield. The bean plants are still green. The plots are in slopes. In both plots the effect of soil erosion is obvious seen. Plants in the upper land are not as good as those in the lower land. Fertilizers might have been washed to the low land. We told them that to prevent soil erosion and fertilizers wastage, they should make terraces after every 3m.
Comments
They said they hope the corn seed variety we have introduced will perform better because it has not started to rot as that of last year. However they are still observing the performance of the plots.
Conclusions
We told them we will be back in August. They should record the yield as instructed and keep the records. We hoe the yield data and rainfall data will help us to understand the performance of the plot and take necessary corrections.
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