Real Conversations. Real Impact. For African Agriculture.

In this inspiring episode of the AgriTalk Africa Podcast, we sit down with Abraham Madambi, the Young Farmer of the Year 2025 nominee and award winner at the Agricoop Awards, as he shares his powerful journey, growth, and progress after the awards. From humble beginnings to becoming one of Zambia’s most promising young agripreneurs, Abraham reflects on how the Agricoop Awards 2025 transformed his farming journey, opened new opportunities, and strengthened his vision for commercial agriculture.

In this inspiring episode of the Agritalk Podcast, we visit Mrs Grace Phiri, the proud winner of the Vegetable Farmer of the Year 2025 award, to discover what life has been like since her big win. From recognition on the national stage to the reality of continuing farm operations, Mrs Phiri opens up about her journey, progress, and the challenges that come after winning such a prestigious agricultural award.

In this episode of the AgricTalk Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Roneld Munda, an inspiring farmer from Solwezi nominated for Arable Farmer of the Year at the 2025 Agricoop Awards. He shares his remarkable story of resilience, innovation, and growth — from cultivating maize and vegetables to producing soybeans and sunflower at scale.

In this episode of Agritalk Africa Podcast, we shine the spotlight on Chimbabunga Multipurpose Cooperative of Ndola — a powerhouse in agro-processing with over 29 innovative products transforming local agriculture and creating value for farmers. 🚜🌱 From raw farm produce to high-quality finished goods, discover how this cooperative is driving economic growth, empowering communities, and setting an example of what African agribusiness can achieve. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from across Africa’s agribusiness space!

In this episode, we highlight The Fanellie Livestock Sanctuary from Lusaka, nominated in the Livestock Farmer of the Year category at the 2025 Agricoop Awards. With a focus on breeding quality cattle and goats, the sanctuary is creating opportunities for improved livestock genetics, better farmer incomes, and food security. Their story is one of passion, care, and dedication to sustainable animal farming. 🐂💚

In this episode, we sit down with Tagwirei Msindo, a 4th-year student at the University of Zambia and nominee for Agriculture Student of the Year at the Agricoop Awards. Tagwirei isn’t just studying agriculture—he’s hands-on in pepper farming, chasing his dream of becoming one of Zambia’s top pepper specialist farmers. 🌶️🚜

In this special episode of the Agritalk Africa Podcast, we feature Agricoop Awards nominee Grace Muirongo Phiri, shortlisted in the Vegetable Farmer of the Year category. 🌟 Madam Grace shares her inspiring journey of focusing on high-value vegetable crops while also producing and selling seedlings — empowering other farmers and contributing to a stronger agricultural ecosystem. 🚜✨

Meet Phingiwe, an inspiring nominee in the Upcoming Farmer of the Year category. She is a dedicated nurse who has successfully combined her full-time profession with her passion for agriculture. From vegetable production to poultry farming, Phingiwe is proving that with determination and balance, it’s possible to thrive in two demanding worlds. Her story is a powerful reminder that farming is not just a business—it’s a calling, and passion is what keeps you going. 💡✨

In this episode, Tionge sits down with Eng. Bernard Chiwala, Chairperson of Lusaka Multipurpose Cooperative, nominated for Agriculture Cooperative of the Year at the 2025 Agricoop Awards. 💡 Discover how cooperatives are shaping the future of agriculture, empowering farmers, and driving food security in Zambia and beyond.