Experts say promoting agroecologically produced products is crucial for fostering economic transformation among farmers in the country.
Co-Leader for Harness Farms Manvester Khoza, highlighted this during a demonstration of locally produced food products at Enukweni Market in Mzimba District.
Khoza noted that local foods are cost-effective to produce and rich in nutrients — which is vital for preventing communicable diseases.
Violet Mbeye, a local farmer specialising in agriecologically produced maize and groundnuts, expressed that she is making significant benefits from her produce.
Inkosana Lazaro Jere from Endlongolweni underscored that prioritizing local foods can enhance public health, contributing positively to development initiatives.