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Quick question: If #mushrooms were the only food left on Earth, would you still eat them? 🍄🌍 Before you answer that existential question, here are some facts to consider: 1️⃣ Mushrooms are not plants! They belong to the fungi kingdom and are packed with nutrients and protein, making them an excellent meat substitute. 🥩 2️⃣ They’re super healthy! Mushrooms not only replace animal products but also boost immunity, promote heart health, and support overall well-being. ❤️🧠 3️⃣ Low-resource friendly! Mushrooms thrive in dry, resource-scarce areas with minimal water, making them ideal for drought-prone environments. 💦🌱 4️⃣ Waste to wealth! Mushrooms grow on organic waste, turning it into valuable food, while their by-products (like spent mushroom substrate) can be reused as eco-friendly fertilizer. ♻️💰 Stay tuned for more insights on the amazing benefits of mushrooms, brought to you by Omeva Consulting & Maria Mercy Kapembe. #KnowYourMushrooms #BenefitsofMushrooms #SustainableFood #WasteToWealth #LowResourceFarming #DroughtResilient

#Didyouknow, Fungi can be troublesome as it causes mold on your bread. BUT what if we told you that mushrooms are a family of fungi, but they are actually classified as Good Fungi? Omeva Consulting & Maria Mercy Kapembe will be bringing you a lineup of all you need to know about mushrooms through the segment of #Know_Your_Mushrooms. Get your pen, paper and reading eyes ready as we will delve into the cultivation, culinary, nutritional and economical benefit of mushrooms. #Know_Your_Mushrooms #food #agriculture #beaware

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🍄🌿 From Bush to Supper: The Mushroom Revolution Begins! 🌿🍄 Meet Mr. Rukero, a local farmer who has discovered the incredible benefits of growing mushrooms from encroacher bushes. His experience has been nothing short of transformative. "The mushrooms grew a lot, and the process was easy," Mr. Rukero shared, highlighting how simple it is to turn bush encroachment into a nutritious solution for the community. But it doesn’t stop at farming—his wife, Mrs. Rukero, has been experimenting in the kitchen. She cooked the mushrooms with meat one day, and on another, simply fried them with onions. “The whole family loved them!” she said, proving that these mushrooms not only nourish but also bring families together around the table. 🌱 Nutritional Powerhouse: Whether you're looking for an alternative to meat or a way to boost the flavour of your dishes, mushrooms have got you covered! 💰 Income Generation: You can sell your mushrooms in both informal and formal markets, including supermarkets. A fantastic opportunity to boost your income! 🌿 Sustainable Farming: Mushrooms are natural cyclers and recyclers. By cultivating them, you reduce waste and improve soil health—an eco-friendly solution for the environment. 💧 Low Resource Requirements: Mushroom cultivation requires less land, water, and resources compared to traditional crops or livestock, making it ideal for areas facing resource scarcity. And the best part? MUSHROOMS ARE DELICIOUS! 🍽️ Stay tuned as we continue to explore the many ways encroacher bushes are transforming lives—from feed, to fuel, to food! This project is proudly supported by the Mastercard Foundation through the RUFORUM Network, in collaboration with the University of Namibia, Okakarara Vocational Training Center, and the African Wild Dog Conservancy. #BushToSupper #AfricanWildDog #ValueChainRevolution #BushEncroachment #Mushrooms #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #Namibia https://lnkd.in/e-Xb27b7

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 (𝐖𝐅𝐅)! 🌍🐄 Join us on 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒, from 15:00-16:30 CEST for an engaging session on "𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐎𝐀𝐆 𝐒𝐮𝐛-𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤." We will be presenting on "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬." Register here: https://lnkd.in/dZBD9kN5 As a company that strongly believes in the transformative power of youth in agriculture, we are extremely grateful to contribute to this platform. Our presentation will provide a cross-sectional analysis of the pivotal role of youth across each of our ongoing projects and studies. 📢 What to Expect: An opportunity to engage with the Chairperson of the Sub-Committee Insights from colleagues leading youth initiatives Interactive breakout sessions 🧑🏽🤝🧑🏿 Open to participants aged 16-35—make your voice heard! We look forward to your participation and valuable contributions! For more information contact Youth-Livestock@fao.org or info@omevaconsulting.com. #YouthInAgriculture #SustainableLivestock #DroughtResilience #EarlyWarningSystems #YouthLeadership #AgricultureTransformation #SustainableDevelopment #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #YouthEmpowerment #AgriYouth #RuralDevelopment #CommunityResilience #SustainableAgriculture #YouthInAction

🎬 Documentary Launch: The Bush Value Chain Revolution! 🎬 After weeks of showcasing inspiring community and students stories and testimony of academics, the moment we have all been waiting for has arrived.  We’re thrilled to announce the official launch of our documentary, “African Wild Dog Conservancy at Work: The Bush Value Chain Revolution.” 🌿 🌿 This documentary highlights the innovative work of local communities, experts, and academics as they unite to turn a major environmental challenge—bush encroachment—into valuable resources like livestock feed, fencing poles, and more. It’s a story of resilience, adaptation, and collaboration. 🐄 Led by the University of Namibia, in partnership with the Okakarara Vocational Training Center and the African Wild Dog Conservancy, and funded by the Mastercard Foundation through RUFORUM, this initiative is creating new income streams, strengthening food security, and enhancing climate resilience across Namibia. 🎥 Narrated by the wonderful Ndeshihafela Ndivayele, this is more than just a documentary—it’s a testament to the power of innovation and community spirit. 🔗 Join us in watching this incredible journey unfold and see how innovation is changing lives. Don’t miss it! Follow us for more updates and upcoming videos. This project is proudly supported by the Mastercard Foundation through the RUFORUM Network, in collaboration with the University of Namibia, Okakarara Vocational Training Center, and the AFRICAN WILD DOG CONSERVANCY. #AfricanWildDog #ValueChainRevolution #BushEncroachment #ClimateChange #LivestockSector #Namibia #ValueChains https://lnkd.in/eH-Rzkaa

Your experiences can help shape the future of poultry farming! 🐔 By sharing your insights, you’ll protect flocks, improve community health, and influence policies for farmers everywhere. 🧑🌾 Click on the link in the bio to fill out our survey and be part of a game-changing platform. Let’s revolutionize poultry farming together! 🌾 #FarmersFirst #PoultryCare #AgricultureInnovation #SustainableFarming #CommunityHealth #FarmLife #MakeADifference

We are honoured to share that we have been invited to speak at the FAO Global Conference on Animal Health Innovation, Reference Centres, and Vaccines (RCVI), which will take place at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, Italy, from 23-25 September 2024. Our CEO Maria Luisa de la Puerta Fernández will be presenting on the 23 September at 4.00 updates on our pioneer project Bird Flu Watch. She will also be a panellist at the Intergenerational Dialogue on Animal Health and Innovation. This is a great platform to discuss the role of ICT and youth in animal health surveillance and we are looking forward to see you there. We would like to thank the FAO for the invitation and opportunity. #AnimalHealth #FAOConference #Innovation #YouthEngagement #AvianInfluenza #ICT #GlobalHealth

🌱 Community Champion Spotlight: Mike Paporo on Sustainable Bush Harvesting 🌱 Last week, we introduced you to Natasha, a student whose research is making waves in our community. Today, we shift our focus to a key community member, Mike Paporo, whose insights are helping us rethink the way we interact with our environment. 🪓 Sustainable Bush Harvesting: Mike Paporo has become a local expert on harvesting encroacher bushes in a way that respects and preserves our ecosystem. He stresses the importance of not cutting these bushes recklessly but instead adopting sustainable methods that ensure long-term benefits. “It’s not just about clearing the land; it’s about doing it right,” Mike says. 🌍 Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Mike’s efforts don’t stop at sustainability. He’s also playing a pivotal role in the local market with the success of fencing poles derived from encroacher bushes. These poles are not only meeting local demand but are also gaining popularity, creating a new income stream for the community. This initiative is transforming a challenge into an opportunity, showing the true potential of what our land can offer. 📈 Local Market Success: The rise of these fencing poles is a testament to what can be achieved when we combine sustainable practices with innovative thinking. Mike’s work is proving that sustainable harvesting can benefit both the environment and the economy, paving the way for a brighter future for our community. Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the incredible work being done within our community. Together, we’re not just imagining a better future—we’re building it, one step at a time. #CommunityImpact #SustainableHarvesting #BushValueChain #Namibia #InnovationInAction #LocalMarketSuccess This project is proudly supported by the Mastercard Foundation through the RUFORUM Network, in collaboration with the University of Namibia, Okakarara Vocational Training Center, and the African Wild Dog Conservancy. https://lnkd.in/gv6AsD8K

🌟 Student Spotlight: Natasha's Journey of Discovery and Impact 🌟 In our recent campaign launch, Prof. Simon Angombe emphasised the incredible benefits of placing student research directly at the community. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Tashinga Mabambe —a shining example of this impact in action. 🎓 A Journey of Growth and Discovery: Natasha, a food scientist, joined our Bush Value Chain project with an open mind and a passion for food product development. Her research focuses on the effects of bush-based feed on milk and dairy products, such as cottage cheese and yogurt. Through sensory evaluations, she’s uncovering how the quality of milk influences these products. Have you ever through of hosting a cheese tasting at a communal set-up? ✅ 👩🔬 Bridging Knowledge Gaps: When Natasha started, she didn’t expect how much this project would expand her horizons. From learning about encroacher bushes to no longer being afraid of cows! 😂 🌍 Empowering the Community: Natasha’s work goes beyond research; it’s about creating real change. By teaching community members how to make fresh cheese and yogurt from their abundant milk supply, she’s helping them diversify their diets and improve their livelihoods. 📚 Proof of Concept: Natasha’s story is living proof of what Prof. Angombe highlighted—the mutual benefits of embedding student research within communities. The community gains valuable knowledge and resources, while students like Natasha gain practical experience that will shape their careers and future contributions to society. This project, spearheaded by the University of Namibia in collaboration with Okakarara Vocational Training Center and the African Wild Dog Conservancy, funded by the Mastercard Foundation through the RUFORUM Network, continues to drive meaningful change. Stay tuned for more stories like Natasha’s, and follow our campaign for the latest updates! 🌱✨ #StudentImpact #BushValueChain #CommunityEngagement #FoodScience #Namibia #ValueChainRevolution #AfricanWildDog https://lnkd.in/eAYQW2a9