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What FESY does in Agriculture
Here are specific ways FESY is involved in agriculture and farming sectors:
- Training in modern / sustainable farming
FESY provides vocational training including “modern farming” to help youth and women gain up-to-date agricultural skills. - Connecting youth & women to farming opportunities
They help link them to actual farming projects so the training isn’t just theoretical but has practical components. This improves productivity and creates income / jobs.
“My Farmer My Story” project
One example: a project called My Farmer My Story, where FESY in partnership with RP-IPRC Musanze and AFAAS uses a mentorship approach linking students with farmers. The goal is to make farming more professional, market-oriented and use more technological innovation in practice. The project saw an increase in maize productivity (average ~57%) among 40 small-scale farmers, plus hands-on experience for students.
Innovation & partnerships
They signed MoUs (e.g. with “Yielder”) for agricultural innovation.
FESY have a program with BK-Capital (Aguka Fund) to support youth entrepreneurship, which could include agribusiness,
Scaling Climate-Smart Agriculture
Expanded our environmental protection program to include agroforestry and land restoration.
Planted thousands of indigenous tree species to improve soil fertility and reduce erosion.
Integrated sustainable farming practices into all training modules to help farmers adapt to climate change.
Digital Innovation for Agriculture
Signed an MoU with Yielder to introduce digital advisory services for farmers.
Farmers gained access to real-time information on weather forecasts, markets, and sustainable practices via mobile platforms.
Youth innovators were supported to design solutions such as smart irrigation and farm record-keeping apps.
Building Sustainable Agriculture
Integrating Practical Knowledge with Theory
FESY emphasizes the importance of combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. By linking agricultural education with hands-on experience, FESY ensures best practices are implemented to maintain soil health and manage resources efficiently.
Promoting Sustainable Practices
FESY advocates for sustainable practices like organic farming, crop rotation, and soil conservation. These methods enhance productivity while preserving environmental resources for long-term sustainability.
Encouraging Innovation
By facilitating the exchange of ideas among experts, students, and farmers, FESY encourages the adoption of new technologies like precision farming and water-saving techniques, fostering sustainability.
Increasing Agricultural Opportunities
Enhancing Skills and Employability
FESY provides youth and women with practical skills through training programs and hands-on experiences, improving their employability in the agricultural sector.
Boosting Agricultural Output
By promoting modern techniques and best practices, FESY supports higher productivity, which contributes to food security and economic stability in Rwanda.
Creating Job Opportunities
FESY prepares individuals for various roles in agriculture, including farming, agro-processing, and agricultural management, fostering job creation and improving local economies.