The project started in March 2023 as one of the initiative to help TDI generate extra revenue. The project is still in its development stage.
Project progress (March –May)1225 banana plants planted
The month of April marks the end of rainy season in Chitipa. TDI started developing the irrigation system taking advantage of the borehole which was drilled the previous year on the plot. Activities included erecting of water tank stand and solar panel installation. April- September
Final installation of drip irrigation system(November)
There has been steady growth of bananas since the installation of the drip irrigation system. The growth has been further enhanced by the rains. TDI expects first fruits by April 2024
Feed Making Machine Installation
With the help from willow creek church, TDI managed to purchase feed making machine from China which includes Crusher, Mixer, Roaster and pelleting machine. The machine will help the organization to realize more returns from formulating its own feed which will be sold and used for poultry production. The machine was installed by a certified technician and currently waiting power connection from Electricity Company of Malawi
Way forward
- Power connection
- Sourcing and training on feed formulation formulas
- Sourcing of funds to buy raw materials for start- up production
- Sourcing of funds to procure chicks (layers and broilers)
- Develop marketing plan for the enterprise