Welcome to AKTC –A Farmer’s Friend
Driving Agricultural Innovation in Zambia and the Region!
The Zambian–German Agricultural Knowledge & Training Centre (AKTC) is a bilateral co-operation project between the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH) and the Zambian Ministry of Agriculture (MoA). Established in 2014, AKTC is an agricultural competence Centre for climate-smart agriculture, training, and research. It empowers Zambian farmers, farm managers, and agricultural professionals with modern, sustainable farming techniques to enhance productivity and resilience against climate change. The Centre features dedicated research fields that enable practical comparisons of conservation agriculture, crop rotation, regenerative agriculture and other methods.
Project Objective
As an agricultural competence Centre for climate-resilient production methods, AKTC makes a sustainable contribution to the further development and modernization of agriculture in Zambia and the region.
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Our Focus Areas
A Regional Centre of Excellence
At AKTC, we are committed to empowering farmers with the knowledge, skills, and technologies needed to thrive in a changing agricultural landscape. Our core focus areas are designed to promote sustainable and climate-smart farming practices that improve productivity, resilience, and livelihoods. We believe that by providing comprehensive training programs and access to innovative resources, we can enhance the agricultural techniques employed by farmers, ultimately leading to better crop yields and financial stability. Our key focus areas include:
Trainings
- Indabas
- Modular
- commercial farmers
- Student
Field Demonstrations
- Mechanized Conservation Agriculture
- Horticulture
Research
- Climate Adapted Farming Methods (CAFM)
- Regenerative Agriculture for Improved Nutrition & Environmental Sustainability (RAINES)
Events
- Agritech Expo
- Farmer Field Day
- Seedfair
FACTS & FIGURES
We are committed to grow the Zambian farmers into agripreneurs
23,000
Man days since 2014
18
Training Courses
5
Tractor driving school intakes
11
Years running
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Are you a company, organization or institution in need of training? We’d love to hear from you!
Our Clients
5000+ Students Trained
1000+ Students Trained
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100 Emergent Farmers Trained
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10 Staff Workers
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“The knowledge I acquired at the AKTC has helped me to grow and expand my farming business.”
Mr. Grey Nhjovu
Emergent Farmer, Mumbwa
“The training is going on well, it’s hands on, it’s practical, the farmers have learnt how to grow vegetables thereby improving nutrition & Household income.”
Mr. Shepherd Phiri
BCP Livelihood Restoration Lead