FLoCCA Cassava Project Boosts Food Security and Climate Resilience in Matungu

Farmers in Khalaba Ward, Matungu Sub-County, benefited from the FLoCCA (Financing Locally Led Climate Action) Cassava Project during an event graced by the Director of Agriculture, Mr. Titus Omengo.

The initiative saw the distribution of cassava processing and value-addition equipment, including a cassava chipper, miller, sealer, tarpaulins, and packaging materials, at the Khalaba Ward Administration Office. The support is expected to improve post-harvest handling, reduce losses, and boost farmer incomes.

In addition to the equipment handover, farmers received training on good agricultural practices and cassava value addition to strengthen productivity and market competitiveness. The project contributes to climate-smart agriculture by enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts while promoting food security.

Also in attendance was Ms. Mary Mukati, Sub-County Administrator for Matungu, alongside local leaders and farmers.