Development cooperation , 24.05.2012

Developing agricultural prodution through disease free planting material (ICI-project)

Description

The project develops desease-free planting material on plants that are better suitable for the zambian climate and soil conditions. These plants are cassava, sweet potato and potato. The aim is through to Increase food security and reduce poverty in Zambia. The aim is also to decrease rain-dependency and increase income among small-scale farmers.

Funding decision  24.05.2012

694 828 €

Objectives monitored by OECD's Development Assistance Committee

  • Gender equality

Field of activity

  • Plant and post-harvest protection and pest control 60%
  • Agricultural extension 40%

Funding channel

Suomen julkinen sektori

Contact

ali-30

Code for the object of funding

28816513

ID

UHA2012-000523

Modified

05.08.2013