By Jones Gadama
The Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale, has challenged students of the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to come up with innovative technological equipment that will spur value addition in the agriculture sector.
Speaking during a recent visit to the university, Kawale pointed out that the development of such equipment would help ensure that crops such as tomatoes and mangoes do not go to waste.
According to Kawale, the students have a chance to get funding from the Agriculture Commercialisation (AGCOM) project, which provides resources not only for production but also for innovations.
“We need innovative solutions to add value to our crops and reduce post-harvest losses,” Kawale said,adding that,”I urge the students to take advantage of the funding opportunities available through the AGCOM project and develop technological equipment that will benefit the agriculture sector.”
The AGCOM project is a government initiative aimed at commercializing the agriculture sector and increasing the incomes of farmers.
The project provides funding and technical support to farmers, processors, and other stakeholders in the agriculture value chain.
Kawale’s call to the students is part of the government’s efforts to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector.
By developing innovative technological equipment, the students can help to add value to crops, reduce post-harvest losses, and increase the incomes of farmers.
The Malawi University of Science and Technology is well-placed to play a critical role in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector.
The university’s mandate is to provide education and training in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and its students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to develop innovative solutions.
The development of innovative technological equipment for value addition is critical for the agriculture sector in Malawi.
The country is rich in agricultural resources, but post-harvest losses are a significant challenge.
By developing equipment that can add value to crops, the students can help to reduce these losses and increase the incomes of farmers.
The AGCOM project provides a unique opportunity for the students to access funding and technical support for their innovative ideas.
The project is designed to support the commercialization of agriculture, and its resources can be used to develop innovative solutions that benefit the sector.
Minister Kawale’s challenge to the students of MUST is a call to action for innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector.
By developing innovative technological equipment for value addition, the students can help to reduce post-harvest losses, increase the incomes of farmers, and promote the commercialization of agriculture.
The government, through the AGCOM project, is committed to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector.
The students of MUST have a critical role to play in developing innovative solutions that benefit the sector, and they should take advantage of the funding opportunities available to them.
The development of innovative technological equipment for value addition is a critical component of the government’s efforts to promote economic growth and development.
By working together, the government, universities, and the private sector can promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector and increase the incomes of farmers.
The students of MUST are well-placed to play a critical role in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the agriculture sector.
With the right support and resources, they can develop innovative solutions that benefit the sector and contribute to the country’s economic growth and development.
In the long term, the development of innovative technological equipment for value addition will contribute to the growth and development of the agriculture sector.
By reducing post-harvest losses and increasing the incomes of farmers, the equipment will help to promote economic growth and development, and improve the livelihoods of Malawians.
The AGCOM project is a critical component of the government’s efforts to promote economic growth and development.
By providing funding and technical support to farmers, processors, and other stakeholders in the agriculture value chain, the project is helping to commercialize the sector and increase the incomes of farmers.
The students of MUST should take advantage of the funding opportunities available through the AGCOM project and develop innovative technological equipment that will benefit the agriculture sector.
By doing so, they will be contributing to the growth and development of the sector, and promoting economic growth and development in Malawi.
