Hopmac Ltd

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

From Sunflower Production to Local Value Addition

HOPMAC has embarked on a sunflower outgrower and local processing initiative, currently working with about 35 smallholder farmers, including women and young farmers.

In 2026, participating farmers produced over 4,000 kg of sunflower, generating approximately 1,000 litres of cooking oil. Farmers have been able to take cooking oil home for household consumption, while selling surplus creates an additional income opportunity.

Many farmers are also integrating sunflower with groundnuts, soybeans, sweet potatoes and Irish potatoes, enabling them to diversify production and generate more value from the same piece of land.

With growing interest for the coming season, HOPMAC plans to register more farmers and expand the programme by approximately 150%.

Our next step is to strengthen local processing capacity. With a proposed USD 150,000 investment in sunflower processing machinery, we aim to aggregate more produce, support more farmers, create jobs and retain greater value within Malawi’s agricultural value chain.

From farmers’ fields to local processing, we are building a more inclusive sunflower value chain—one that turns production into value and value into livelihoods. 🌻🇲🇼

HOPMAC Proudly Malawian. Rooted in Agriculture. Growing the Future.

25/09/2026

Kenya–Malawi Youth Tree Nursery Exchange

🇰🇪🇲🇼 FROM KENYA TO MALAWI: LEARNING, SHARING & GROWING TOGETHER

The Kenya–Malawi Youth Tree Nursery Exchange, through the collaboration between KENAFF and FUM, brought young agripreneurs together for practical, peer-to-peer learning and knowledge exchange.

HOPMAC was proud to host the Kenyan delegation at our farm and nursery, sharing practical experiences in nursery production, seedling management, agribusiness, markets and enterprise development while learning from their experiences in Kenya.

Through FUM and YANE, the exchange went beyond nursery production, creating connections, partnerships and opportunities for young farmers to learn from one another and build a stronger future for African agriculture.

We also celebrate the support from Hermes Akademie, with support from the International Climate Initiative (IKI) and the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).

More than an exchange, it was an investment in young people, ideas and the future of agriculture.

From knowledge to action. From seedlings to possibilities.

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18/09/2026

On it

31/08/2026

Over the weekend, we celebrated and bid farewell to a remarkable group of students who successfully completed their 8-month industrial attachment at Hopmac. Gradys Tembo, Steven Richard Mathunda and Ishmael Bakalali of 's VTC.

The celebration brought together Hopmac staff, fellow workers, community leaders, support staff, church elders, and members of the surrounding community as we reflected on their journey, achievements, and contribution during their time with us.

Kudos to the students for their commitment, discipline, hard work, and willingness to learn. Their discipline and dedication kept them going throughout the eight months.

Kudos to the Hopmac team for providing mentorship, guidance, and a practical learning environment.

Kudos to our community and church elders for the continued support and encouragement.

And kudos to Teveta Malawi for promoting agriculture and horticulture through the Competency-Based Education and Training approach. This partnership is helping equip young people with practical skills for the future of agriculture.

At Hopmac, we believe that learning goes beyond the classroom. Their presence enriched our workplace, strengthened our team, and reminded us of the power of practical skills, discipline, and teamwork.

We will certainly miss this amazing team!

Go forth, grow, and make an impact wherever you go!

29/08/2026

Today, we proudly appreciate Ishmael Bakali, a student from Stephano’s College, for his remarkable 8-month industrial attachment at HOPMAC Ltd.

Throughout his stay, Ishmael has demonstrated commitment, discipline, and outstanding technical competency, particularly in plant propagation. He has grown into one of our best propagators, mastering important skills in grafting and banana macro-propagation.

His willingness to learn, and ability to put knowledge into practice have been truly commendable. We are proud of the progress he has made and the contribution he has made to the HOPMAC family.

Congratulations, Ishmael! Your journey is a great example of how practical training can transform knowledge into real-world skills.

We wish you continued success as you take the next step in your agricultural journey.

HOPMAC Ltd ,Growing Skills, Growing People, Growing Agriculture.

28/08/2026

Proudly celebrates Steven Richard Mathunda, a student from Vocational Technical College under Teveta Malawi , who has successfully completed his eight-month industry attachment at HOPMAC from January to August 2026.

During his time with us, Steven demonstrated strong interest and practical skills in seed sowing for both vegetables and fruits, nursery management, and seedling production, contributing significantly to the production of quality seedlings at our farm. If you're to buy seedlings from our farm this season know that most seedlings passed through his artistic hands.

Beyond his technical contribution, Steven brought enthusiasm, teamwork and a positive spirit to the workplace. His commitment and willingness to learn made his time at HOPMAC meaningful and memorable.

We sincerely appreciate Steven for the knowledge he shared, the skills he developed, and the contribution he made to our nursery operations.

Congratulations, Stephen, and best wishes as you continue building your career in horticulture.

Farmers Union of Malawi AgroVibes farms

27/08/2026

Celebrating Grady’s Journey

Today, we celebrate the incredible work and journey of Gradys Tembo, a student from Stephano’s College pursuing Edible Horticulture under Teveta Malawi .

Gradys has spent the past 8 months at Hopmac Ltd , gaining practical experience and developing valuable skills in horticultural production. She has shown exceptional passion, particularly in vegetable production and management.

During her internship, she has not only learned a lot from HOPMAC, but we have also learned a lot from her. Her dedication, passion, commitment and contribution have been truly remarkable and have left a lasting impression on the HOPMAC family.

We are proud to have been part of her learning journey and wish her continued success as she takes the next step in her horticulture career.

Congratulations, GradysYour contribution at HOPMAC has been a marvel. Keep growing, keep learning, and keep inspiring.

19/08/2026

We are excited to share that HOPMAC is participating in the 2026 National Youth Summit, taking place from 18–20 August 2026 at BICC, Lilongwe, with support from

As a young agribusiness enterprise, we are proud to showcase our work, products and innovations at the AGRA Pavilion, while connecting with fellow young entrepreneurs, partners and stakeholders shaping Malawi’s agricultural future.

From the farm to the market, we are building a more productive, resilient and youth-driven agriculture sector.

Come and visit the HOPMAC exhibition stand and engage with us!