Agriculture (ASI-Chemonics/USAID)
Project Title: To successfully promote investments and adoption of technology leading to sustained increases in farmer incomes and private sector growth.
Project Location: Kandahar.
Donor: ASI-Chemonics/USAID.
Beneficiaries: Host Community, IDPs & Returnees
Project Start Date: 15 Sep 2024
Project End Date: 15 Dec 2024
Total Directed Beneficiaries: 280
Project Status: Completed
Project Overview
At ADNO we are on a mission to revolutionize Afghan agriculture, paving the way for sustainable growth and prosperity. Our vision is clear: to empower farmers, elevate agribusinesses, and promote gender inclusivity across the agricultural value chain.
With a focus on boosting crop productivity, enhancing agribusiness viability, and fostering an enabling environment, we are dedicated to driving positive change in Afghanistan’s agricultural sector. Through strategic partnerships and innovative interventions, we aim to create a future where farmers thrive, businesses flourish, and women play a pivotal role in shaping agricultural development.
Our approach is holistic and comprehensive, spanning Wheat Value Chain activities, High-Value Crop initiatives, Livestock programs, and Enabling Environment projects. Through these avenues, we address key thematic areas such as farmer productivity, gender inclusivity, agribusiness development, and environmental sustainability.
From conducting training sessions and facilitating collaborations to upholding environmental safeguards and empowering farmers through outreach initiatives, we are committed to making a tangible impact on the ground. By leveraging the collective expertise of our team and the support of our partners, we strive to create a brighter future for Afghan agriculture.
Join us in our journey towards sustainable growth, prosperity, and inclusivity in Afghan agriculture. Together, we can transform the landscape and build a better tomorrow for farmers and their communities.
Project Key Activities
- 280 women and men enrolled and completing economic and vocational training programs.
- 20 vulnerable IDP and returnee families received unconditional cash
- Provide agricultural training tailored to the needs of both men and women, ensuring equal access to knowledge and skills.
- Implement techniques such as water conservation, organic farming, and agroforestry to enhance sustainability.
- Ensure equitable access to land, seeds, tools, and financial support for both genders.
- Encourage participation in cooperatives and local decision-making to strengthen social and economic resilience.
- Support 280 Men and Women for sustainable Kitchen Gardening.
- Support farmers in accessing markets and developing sustainable agribusinesses.
- Use gender-sensitive indicators to track progress and ensure the project benefits both men and women equally.