A dairy cooperative in Dowa district generates 2.6 million kwacha monthly through organized milk production. Mbalame Group operates under Chibvala EPA in Traditional Authority Mkukula with 290 farmers managing 252 cattle acquired through grants and existing stock. Chairman Pretorius Msonthi stated that families cover school expenses and combat child malnutrition using earnings from individual production, which is marketed collectively through MDI Processors Titukuke. The 2017 venture improved household finances while advancing sustainable agriculture methods.
Power shortages threatened milk preservation until Transform Project partners provided generator equipment and covered 1.2 million kwacha in connection costs. Lumpy skin disease killed three animals before agricultural workers contained the outbreak through rapid treatment. Members convert waste into biochar fertilizer using biogas systems that also supply cooking fuel and household lighting. Program officer Anita Mangochi said pass-on arrangements ensure continued farmer benefits after Norwegian Church Aid and Dan Church Aid conclude operations in Rumphi, Mzimba, Kasungu, Dowa, and Mchinji districts.
Power shortages threatened milk preservation until Transform Project partners provided generator equipment and covered 1.2 million kwacha in connection costs. Lumpy skin disease killed three animals before agricultural workers contained the outbreak through rapid treatment. Members convert waste into biochar fertilizer using biogas systems that also supply cooking fuel and household lighting. Program officer Anita Mangochi said pass-on arrangements ensure continued farmer benefits after Norwegian Church Aid and Dan Church Aid conclude operations in Rumphi, Mzimba, Kasungu, Dowa, and Mchinji districts.
