{Faith Maiyo): A cross section of participants drawn from farmers, county government, private sector, community based organisations, national and International NGOs who participated in the event.
As part of the drive towards scanning and generating information on smallholder farmers practices in embracing agroecological practices across Murang’a County, BvAT’s Farmer Communication Programme (FCP) organized a co creation workshop to build knowledge through the collective process of producing data and evidence on current agroecological practices in the region. The participants had an opportunity to propose suitable FCP activities by identifying opportunities to support agroecological transition processes within the various agroecological zones.
This event, officially opened by Dr. Kiringai Kamau Agriculture, Livestock, and cooperatives CECM, and led by FCP coordinator Mr. Fredrick Ochieng was held at the Nokras Hotel in Murang’a town from 18th to 19th March 2024.
During his opening remarks, Dr. Kiringai Kamau, Agriculture, Livestock, and cooperatives CECM, showered FCP with tributes. He expressed his confidence in BvAT work in Murang’a and called for an MoU between BvAT and the County Government. He acknowledged BvAT’s efforts in improving the livelihoods of Murang’a farmers and pledged his support to ensure that the partnership with the county is a success.
The workshop brought together various stakeholders and representatives from the private sector, County Government officials, Community Based Organisations, national and international NGOs, and farmers.
Other notable figures present like the agriculture Chief Officer Dr. Apollo Maina and County Director of Agriculture Mr. Peter Muchiri shared insights into the importance of co-creation. They emphasized that the co creation workshop is a necessary platform bringing together key players with different expertise thus providing a stage for sharing experiences and knowledge.
The Co-Design workshop concluded with election of advisory committee for Agro-Ecology, underscoring the commitment to inclusive decision-making and expertise-driven initiatives. The diverse team was assembled to guide FCP activities and content development and dissemination in its various channels, its members drawn from farmers, County Government, Media, Research Institute, and the academia.
The successful co design workshop marked a milestone in advancing sustainable agricultural practices in Murang’a County.
Prepared by Musdalafa Lyaga and Magdalene Wangeci
