This project aims to empower women in rural areas of Nepal, specifically in Mulkot, Dang, through income generation and knowledge transfer in the context of a model organic farm.
The project, the sustainable operation of a model farm, was implemented over a period of 24 months. The farm functions as a regional demonstration farm and serves as a demonstration and teaching facility for organic farming, small animal husbandry and the processing and marketing of fruit and vegetables according to the principles of agroforestry.
As part of the project, local women were trained in vegetable growing so that they can apply the agricultural practices they have learnt in their own fields. Some of the produce from the fields is sold by the women at markets in order to generate a higher income.
In addition to improving the food security of local families and combating malnutrition among children and adults, the project includes concrete measures to increase household income, as well as the establishment and support of a strong women’s organisation (agricultural cooperative) and a women’s committee. These are intended to ensure the sustainable operation of the model farm once the project has been completed.
Project No.: 126-21 A
Funding country: Nepal
Funding location: Mulkot, Dang
Funding year: 2021 – 2023
Project partner: Chay Ya Austria
Local organization: Chay Ya Nepal