Agriculture Learning That Creates Real Change
- ebpp1998
- 2 days ago
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I began learning organic farming in Grade 8 at EBPP Manikaji School. Before that, I knew very little about farming on dry land. In our school learning garden, I learned how to make compost, produce liquid organic fertilizer, build terraces, and grow and care for vegetables.
I practiced these skills with my parents on our family farm. Together, we built terraces, planted vegetables, and used organic farming methods. Within a few months, we harvested chilies, pak choi, mustard greens, tomatoes, eggplants, and long beans. We sold some of the harvest to local shops and neighbors, providing extra income for our family. My parents are grateful because our sloping land has become productive. We continue to practice organic farming now.
Earlier this year, we were trusted to teach the farmer’s group in Manikaji Puncak Hamlet. We taught several organic farming techniques, including a better way to grow banana plants using healthy banana corms. This method, which we learned from Bumi Langit Foundation, uses compost and wood ash to encourage faster growth and produce several fruiting shoots at the same time.
Now, more farmers are applying these techniques on their own land. What began as practical lessons in our school garden has grown into valuable knowledge for the community. This program shows that hands-on agricultural education can improve harvests, strengthen family food security, and create sustainable benefits for dryland farming communities.
By Pranata, Grade 12, EBPP Manikaji School
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