We are making Georgia’s agriculture more environmentally friendly. To this end, we are training local farmers in sustainable farming methods. As a result, we are increasing biodiversity and boosting the income of the local population.
In Martvili in western Georgia, many people live from subsistence-oriented agriculture. The main sources of income are sheep and livestock farming, grain cultivation and fruit growing. Farmers would like to produce more according to EU standards. However, this requires training and advice for better framework conditions.
With this project, we train and advise small and family farms on organic and biodiversity-friendly agriculture. A development and training center is being set up to promote biodiversity-friendly and climate-adapted farming methods. Diversified farming methods will open up export markets.
Project area
Goals
Model operation
Establishment of an agricultural biodiversity model farm with innovative practical examples, which serves organic farmers and local smallholders for demonstration, communication and training measures.
Networking and raising awareness
Organizing a round table with 20 stakeholders to network and raise awareness.
Information and training measures
Farmers receive advice and free access to information and training measures.
Climate-adapted crops
50 farms grow regional and climate-adapted crops.
Impacts
A model farm with practical examples has been set up.
At least three selected climate-adapted cultivation methods for regionally relevant crops have been developed and made accessible as practical examples for organic farmers in theory and practice.
A stakeholder dialogue was initiated with 20 players from politics, companies, public and private organizations to discuss current funding programs and their potential for the target group.
Impressions
Contribution to the sustainability goals
Latest news
Publications
Contact person
Laura Böttges
Project manager
Living Lakes & Nature Conservation
Tel: +49 7732 9995 84
boettges@globalnature.org
Sponsor
Project partners
