Growing
Knowledge, Strengthening Communities
We were honored to recently host the second group from Alberta, following an earlier visit, as part of an ongoing learning exchange. This inspiring tour brought together farmers from Alberta alongside MCC staff, all eager to witness firsthand the impact of the work being carried out through their support.
The visit began on February 26, when the team joined us at our office to gain a deeper understanding of our food security initiatives, particularly the role of conservation agriculture (CA). Through engaging discussions, they explored the progress made so far and how these practices are transforming livelihoods.
The following day, February 27, we traveled to Kayonza District, where our partner organization CAPR is actively implementing CA. In the field, the visitors saw powerful examples of change farms thriving, soil restored, and families experiencing improved food security. One highlight was learning about the “one pot, one hour” approach, where households prepare a balanced meal efficiently, saving valuable time for other productive activities.
On March 2, the tour continued to Burera, where PDD operates. Here, the group explored additional conservation agriculture techniques alongside community-based initiatives like Saving for Life. A particularly memorable moment was visiting a farmer who has successfully adopted CA practices. His achievements spoke volumes not only had he improved his farm productivity, but he had also been able to build a new home for his family, a powerful testament to the impact of sustainable agriculture.
The visit was both fruitful and inspiring. Our guests expressed deep appreciation for what they experienced and committed to sharing these stories with their communities back home.
Beyond knowledge exchange, this tour reinforced something even more meaningful: the power of learning from one another. Such connections strengthen friendships across borders and build collective capacity to address global challenges like food insecurity. Together, we are not only growing crops we are cultivating hope, resilience, and a shared vision for a better future.
