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The Angolan government has invested in agricultural training provided by field schools (ECA’s) in order to help local communities to maximize crop yields. The initiative is supported by the government, international NGO’s and the European Union.
From choice of seeds, to the type of produce and how it is grown using natural fertilisers etc are some of the techniques that are taught in these schools. Importantly, Peasants are also taught new agricultural practices, particularly avoiding uncontrolled burning
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A total of 139 schools have already implemented the training programs across three provinces in southern Angola: Huíla, Cunene and Namibe. The aim is to reach out to 300 schools, covering 8,000 peasants. In the process, the country is expected to beef up creating more water resources for human consumption, apart from ensuring food security.
