Fresh Produce Anyone?

Here in Zambia, things are growing! When I returned from my vacation in South Africa, I returned to a garden where everything has grown (including the weeds). I have included some pictures to show everyone how it's going here. We have been selling lots of vegetables, although not as many as we probably could have but it's better than nothing. The maize and soybeans are also doing well. I think it should turn out to be a decent crop.

There are three pictures that I want to specifically point out. The first is a plate full of vegetables that were grown in my own personal garden: carrots, radishes and zucchini! I planted them before Christmas and they are at the point where I can start eating things (well other than the radishes, which were ready as soon as I got back so I ate them!)

The next picture is for Jeff, the intern from last year. I'm sure he will know exactly what it is but for the rest of you, it's a field of sunn hemp. I think we have finally convinced the workers at the project that growing sunn hemp (even though you can't sell it or make money from it) is a good thing. So, this is for you Jeff!

The last picture is a bunch of onions that have been harvested. They taste delicious and should bring in a nice little profit.

Hmmm, all this talk of food is making me hungry...

On another note, the African Cup of Nations begins this weekend. Zambia plays it's first game on Sunday at 17:15 local time (that's 10:15 for those in Ontario). People here are pretty excited about Zambia's chances. I'm sure it will be nice to watch some football.

Well, things to pray for include, solutions to the transportation issues at the farm (the bus and truck are both having problems), direction for the garden over the next couple of months and continued motivation for me to finish my work! God is great and I know that He is always with us.