Malawi Milk Producers Association believes that field days with the farmers has more impact in building capacity and networking as farmers are exposed to information on services, support, inputs, and markets.

Moving with the theme “improved dairy production through improved breeding program,” on 5th December 2025, MMPA organized Field Day at Mpalo Dairy Cooperative in Ntchisi where several stake holders including the Government representative from Ntchisi district, Central Region Milk Producers Association (CREMPA) and farmers from Mpalo and Mweramkaka COOP were invited. The guest of honour was the Director of Agriculture Services for Ntchisi District Mr. Chautsi while MMPA was led by the National Director Mr. Herbert Chagona.

In his speech the National Director for MMPA, reported increased percentage of Artificial Insemination services and Calves born. According to his report, in a space of one year, MMPA has inseminated 2,181 cows in Central region, out of that 321 Calves have been born, While Mpalo alone has inseminated 168 cows, and 16 have already calved down. Despite of the good progress, the cases of theft of pregnant dairy animals is increasing and this is threatening the development of the dairy sector. The guest of honor, in his speech he appreciated what Mpalo Cooperative is doing, and he pleaded with farmers to take dairy as sustainable business. The director of Agriculture assured the farmers that the government is working very hard to support and promote initiatives by agricultural cooperative.

During the pavilion walk, MMPA displayed the following;

1. Jersey Heifer Calf born from artificial insemination program.
2. The minerals packs which boost milk production and heat signs.
3. Silage bags which are used to make silage thereby preserving feed.
4. Deworming tablets which boost animals healthy.
5. Show casing how AI is done.

On the other hand, Mpalo Cooperative displayed Pasture, Standard Khola and Yogurt which they are making.

This program is supported by RJA&HS and JOA