Beating Famine in Southern Africa Conference

Conservation Agriculture in Southern Africa thematic parallel Session

Matemba Room 11:00 – 12:30, 14 April 2015

Objectives of the session

1. Share experiences on Conservation Agriculture with the rest of the conference participants

2. Seek ideas from the conference participants on how to facilitate wide adoption of CA to contribute towards beating famine in Southern Africa.

Process steps 1. Welcome and setting the scene - Dr Lewis

Hove

2. Input presentations • Dr Christian Thierferlder CIMMYT• Dr Trent Bunderson TOTAL LANDCARE• Dr Kizito Mazvimavi ICRISAT

3. Discussion ALL

4. Wayforward and closure - Dr Lewis Hove

Note for Presenters

Please strictly stick to the time given

Facilitator wil provide guidance through:Yellow (5 min left), Orange (2 min) and red cards (time up!)

Thank You

Discussion task Reflect on the presentations and your own experiences

• What is the major lesson/insight about CA and its contribution to beating famine?

• What strategies would you suggest for wide adoption of CA in Southern Africa to contribute more to beating famine?

Discuss with your neighbour, write one card each and share in plenary