Biodiversity conservation through arresting land degradation by Nature Farming Network
Biodiversity conservation through arresting land degradation by Nature Farming Network
Conducting training for 525 farmers in nature farming methods in 15 districts, training of 15 farmer animators, establishing five model farm units for training purposes, 16 models units to be established by farmers at district level, hold an annual exibition and fair, printing of leaflets and a farmer's calendar and maintaining a biodiversity register.
20 NGO's from 10 districts involved in the make up od the network. 25 farmers each from one NGO participate in the activities. Communities involved in the main sales outlet activities. Farmers and women have started 20 Farmer cooperation societies to participate in savings and distribution schemes
 

Project Snapshot

Grantee:
National Nature Farming Network
Country:
Sri lanka
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Grant Amount:
US$ 50,672.60
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 7,332.00
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 14,380.00
Project Number:
SRL/05/01
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
Project Characteristics and Results
Notable Community Participation
20 NGO's from 10 districts involved in the make up od the network. 25 farmers each from one NGO participate in the activities. Communities involved in the main sales outlet activities. Farmers and women have started 20 Farmer cooperation societies to participate in savings and distribution schemes
Emphasis on Sustainable Livelihoods
All these farmers and organizations have started organic home gardens where they use for individual consumption and the excess is sold. Waste management and model kitchen system is also included here.
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SGP Country office contact

Ms. Thanuja Dharmasena
Email:
Ms. Dilisha Gunawardena
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Address

UNDP, 202-204, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, P.O. Box 1505
Colombo 7