Development of Irrigated Wheat Value Chain, Senegal, 2024-2027
Donor:
Achmea Foundation
Goal
To support the emergence of a Senegalese wheat value chain that improves the incomes of 2,000 smallholder farmers and 15 groups of processors in the Senegal River Valley
What we do
In supporting the emergence of a Senegalese irrigate wheat value chain, EUCORD aims to:
- Diversify the farming system by piloting irrigated wheat production during the cold, dry season
- Support the establishment of a seed sector
- Build the technical capacity of farmers
- Facilitate linkages with processors
- Promote the consumption of Senegalese wheat as a nutritious food
Expected Outcomes
- 2,000 farmers (40% women) increase their incomes by 20%
- 1,000 members of processors' groups (95% women) increase their incomes by 10%
- Wheat yields reach 3 ton/ha on average