TODAY we celebrate Farmers Day with a renewed sense of hope and gratitude. Unlike last year’s commemoration, which took place under the shadow of El Niño-induced drought and widespread hunger, this year’s celebration is buoyed by encouraging news: Zambia has recorded a bumper harvest, thanks to favourable rainfall and the unwavering resilience of our farmers. This good news deserves recognition. It is a testament to the hard work of our rural communities, the dedication of extension officers, and the grace of a climate that, for once, has given more than it has taken. But this moment of abundance should not lull us into complacency. If anything, it must reinforce the urgent need to build a sustainable, climate-smart, and inclusive agricultural...
