The programme assisted over 3,000 households to revitalize agricultural productivity through the mechanization of crop-tending practices and the provision of training to over 800 farmers to operate and maintain the machines.
Support for sustainable livelihood recovery among conflict affected populations in the North-East Regions through improved agricultural productivity and community-based entrepreneurship
Duration: November 2007– December 2012
Budget: US$1,779,298
Implementing Agencies: UNIDO
In collaboration with District Chambers of Commerce and the Ceylon National Chamber of Industry, the programme adopted a multi-sectoral, community-based approach that revitalized agricultural activities and increased food production through investments focused on small-scale farmers, including women and other vulnerable groups.
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