Overview
Conducting long-term trials on organic fertilization, soil acidity neutralizers, and altitude-dependent crop rotation models in the high-plain highland zones of Rwanda's Northern Province.
Program Objectives
1. Measure crop responses to varying applications of local lime and organic compost blends.
2. Establish ecological crop rotation baselines for potato-maize-legume rotations.
Timeline & Milestones
Target Timeline
Established in early 2021; ongoing seasonal soil sampling and analysis campaigns through 2026.
Key Accomplishments
28 active demo plots monitored across varying altitudes in Musanze and Nyabihu districts.
Progress Updates
Recent harvest data shows a significant crop yield increase in soils treated with organic lime inputs.