From Chemical Reliance to Thriving Organically in today’s Food Production

Admin May 1, 2024

GreenBusiness

Attah Farms represents the transformative potential of sustainable agriculture as pathway of building climate resilience, solutions whilst ensuring food security and hunger prevention. While already established, Attah Farms practices heavily relied on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, raising concerns about environmental impact and long-term sustainability. TICSEP's team reached out, offering them a path towards a more sustainable and profitable future after a usual community outreach program. The intervention focused on introducing organic alternatives. One such solution involved utilizing neem seed extract, a natural substance, to fumigate planting materials and soil, effectively replacing chemical pesticides. Additionally, cut weeds generated during land preparation were incorporated into ridges and mounds. This not only regulated soil temperature but also provided a slow release of nutrients as the biomass decomposed. Cowpea was grown in-between spaces in the cassava farm to control weeds and erosion whilst fixing nitrogen from the atmosphere into the soil. The results have been nothing short of remarkable. Attah Farms witnessed a staggering 58% reduction in production costs, a testament to the efficiency of organic practices. Even more impressive, their yield surpassed forecasts based on previous metrics by a significant 32%. But the benefits extend far beyond these figures. Most importantly, Attah Farms is now producing organic, healthy food commodities consistently. This not only benefits consumers but also aligns with growing market demands for sustainable produce. Furthermore, the cost savings allowed them to re-allocate resources towards other pressing needs and expand their operations progressively. This success story effectively dismantled the misconception held by some nearby farmers that higher yields are unattainable without chemical fertilizers and pesticides, particularly in the face of climate change and evolving trends. Attah Farms output now serves as a sustainable model, demonstrating that sustainable practices can lead to increased profitability, environmental protection, and a healthier future for all. Beyond this, is the encouragement for more youth to appraise agriculture as a sustainable profit generating venture to create more jobs and wealth amongst the youth and their communities.

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