Republic of the Philippines Province of Capiz Municipality of Panitan Brgy. Ambilay, Panitan, Capiz Project Proposal Title: “Enhancing Sustainable Agriculture for Smallholder Farmers " Venue: Sitio, Acienda, Ambilay, Panitan, Capiz Prepared by: SHARLINE A. DESCALZO Engineering Student I. Rationale Smallholder farmers constitute a significant portion of the agricultural workforce worldwide. However, many face challenges related to low yields, resource scarcity, and environmental degradation due to traditional farming methods. Implementing sustainable practices can address these challenges while ensuring long-term agricultural viability. II. Objective The primary goal of this project is to introduce and implement sustainable agricultural practices among smallholder farmers to enhance productivity, reduce environmental impact, and improve livelihoods. III. Target Client/Area of Coverage The project proposal will focus on local farmers within Sitio, Acienda, Ambilay, Panita, Capiz, plan to introduce sustainable farming practices among smallholder farmers, emphasizing education, resource provision, community engagement, and continuous evaluation to ensure its success and scalability. IV. Project Components 1. Training and Capacity Building Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate smallholder farmers on sustainable farming practices. Focus areas include crop rotation, integrated pest management, water conservation techniques, and soil health management. 2. Access to Resources Provide access to necessary resources such as seeds of improved crop varieties, organic fertilizers, and efficient irrigation methods. Additionally, facilitate access to financial services for investing in sustainable agriculture. 3. Demonstration Farms Establish demonstration plots to showcase the practical application of sustainable techniques. Farmers can visit these plots to observe and learn firsthand how these practices can be implemented effectively. 4. Community Engagement Foster community involvement and collaboration among farmers. Establish farmer cooperatives or groups to encourage knowledge sharing, collective decision-making, and the exchange of best practices. 5. Monitoring and Evaluation Implement a monitoring framework to track the adoption of sustainable practices, assess their impact on yields and environmental sustainability, and collect feedback for continuous improvement. V. Expected Outcomes Increased crop yields and improved quality due to the adoption of sustainable techniques. Enhanced soil fertility, reduced water usage, and minimized environmental impact. Improved economic conditions and livelihoods of smallholder farmers through increased productivity and access to markets.Establishment of a sustainable model for agriculture that can be replicated in other regions. VI. Budget and Timeline Duration: 24 months (2 years) Budget Allocation: Estimated at Php 3,Implementing sustainable agricultural practices among smallholder farmers is not only beneficial for their livelihoods but also essential for long-term food security and environmental sustainability. This project aims to empower farmers with knowledge and resources to transition towards a more sustainable and resilient agricultural system.000,000 covering training, resource provision, demonstration plot setup, community engagement activities, monitoring, and evaluation. VII. Conclusion Implementing sustainable agricultural practices among smallholder farmers is not only beneficial for their livelihoods but also essential for long-term food security and environmental sustainability. This project aims to empower farmers with knowledge and resources to transition towards a more sustainable and resilient agricultural system.
