Strengthening Agroecology through the Markets and Seeds Access Project (MASAP)

The Zimbabwe Organic Producers and Promoters Association (ZOPPA) contributed to the Markets and Seeds Access Project (MASAP) by strengthening knowledge sharing, networking and collaboration to promote organic agriculture and sustainable farming systems in Zimbabwe. Working in Mudzi and Tsholotsho districts and at national level, ZOPPA mapped relevant programmes, networks, technical platforms and stakeholder initiatives to identify opportunities for collaboration and strengthen synergies across the agroecology sector. ZOPPA also facilitated discussion forums and farmer and stakeholder exchange visits to model sites, enabling participants to share experiences and learn from practical examples of agroecological best practices. In addition, the organisation supported the documentation and dissemination of project successes, farmer experiences and lessons learned through newsletters, magazines and webinars. These activities helped raise awareness of agroecology, strengthen partnerships and promote farming approaches that support biodiversity, sustainable food production, resilient livelihoods and improved market opportunities for farmers.