Market and Seed Access Project
About MASAP
Through its dedicated efforts, MASAP has made significant strides in empowering communities and transforming agricultural practices
Traditional Food
& Seed Festivals
The Chipata Traditional Seed and Food Festival took place on 26th – 27th 2025, convening farmers, NGOs, government actors, researchers, and civil society.
Organized by PELUM Zambia with Kachere Development Programme and other local partners, the event highlighted indigenous seed preservation, nutritional diversity, and agro-ecological practices. Under the theme “Nourishing Our Communities and Improving Livelihood through Seed Diversity,” festival participants underscored the urgent need for access to traditional seeds, market support, and capacity-building to revive agro-biodiversity and food sovereignty. The
festival representation included famers Government represented by the District Commissioner, Zambia Agriculture Research Institute (ZARI), private sector and the public the total number represented was 50 farmers and partners 30 public 50 female and 40 male
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Farmer Dialogue
Core to the festival, this platform facilitated two-way learning—combining farmer experiences and expert guidance. Outlined aims included:
- Amplifying farmer voicesin policy and innovation.
- Resilience-buildingthrough diversified cropping systems.
- Networkingacross research, private, and policy domains.
- Promoting seed sovereigntyvia sharing and exchange.
Key Stakeholders & Presentations
Exhibition
Diverse stakeholders showcased indigenous and improved seed varieties adapted to local conditions. Efforts emphasized nutrition, climate resilience, and heritage preservation.
