Avocado Farming

Avocado farming has transformed my life. With 30 trees producing 300 fruits each annually, I earn about 2.7 million Tanzanian shillings per season. This income funds my children’s education in Njombe and Kilolo, improves our nutrition, and enhances the health and academic performance of my family. Thanks to EAMCEF’s support, I’ve expanded my farm by planting 100 more seedlings, purchased a motorcycle for transportation, and installed a solar system worth 450,000 shillings. Avocado farming has brought financial security and lasting improvements to our quality of life.

In 2014, I received five avocado seedlings, followed by two in 2015 and five more in 2016, starting my journey with 12 trees. Today, I have over 70 fruit trees, earning between 1.35 and 1.5 million Tanzanian shillings annually from avocado sales. This project enabled me to buy 10 acres of pine trees, generate 3 million shillings from timber, purchase a 900-square-meter plot in Mafinga Town, and own over 15 acres of farmland. I’ve also improved my quality of life with a 24-inch TV, solar power, a modern toilet— the first in my village—and I support my child in an English medium school, aiming to buy a car soon.