Farmers Project

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FARMERS PROJECT

About the Project

Technical Assistance for Farmers: Facilitating Agricultural Recovery and Mitigating Earthquake Repercussions for Sustainability (FARMERS Project) is a technical assistance project implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, with co-financing from the European Union.

 

Following the earthquakes of 6 February 2023, which caused severe destruction in the southeastern region of Türkiye, the Project aims to accelerate the comprehensive, sustainable, and inclusive recovery of the agricultural sector, particularly in the provinces of Gaziantep, Adıyaman, Hatay, Kahramanmaraş, and Malatya. The Project seeks to strengthen resilience against future disasters, enhance livelihoods, and improve food security.

The FARMERS Project is built around two specific objectives:

  • To enhance the resilience of the agricultural ecosystem and promote climate- and disaster-resilient, sustainable agricultural practices;
  • To support the agricultural labour market by providing training and employment opportunities for disadvantaged groups, including women, young people, seasonal workers, and refugees.

Within the scope of the Project, a wide range of activities are being implemented, including training programmes for farmers, on-farm internships, mentorship programmes, digital resources, sectoral meetings, and communication campaigns. Through these activities, the Project aims not only to support the recovery of agricultural production but also to foster an agricultural sector aligned with the principles of green transition, digitalisation, and social inclusion.

 

The FARMERS Project is not merely a recovery initiative; it is a strategic transformation project that lays the foundation for a disaster-resilient, fair, and sustainable rural development vision.

PROJECT COMPONENTS

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Component A – Capacity Building for Farmers, Cooperative Members/Employees, SMEs, and Public/Civil Institutions in Agriculture and Agriculture-Related Production Sectors

Mentorship Campaign

Three-day awareness-raising workshops focusing on production planning, marketing, supply chain management, and financial management.

Networking Campaign

Two-day meetings aimed at establishing new business connections between farmers, cooperatives, SMEs, and retail, e-commerce, and export-oriented enterprises.

Training on Resilient and Ecological Agricultural Practices

Three-day awareness-raising workshops on sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, livestock farming, and agri-processing practices.

Farmers’ Handbook

A comprehensive digital handbook providing guidance on sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural practices, accompanied by a printed summary and topic-focused brochures.

Sectoral Meetings

Meetings bringing together public, private sector, and civil society stakeholders to discuss good practices, sectoral challenges, and sustainability strategies.

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Component B – Experience Building and Employment Creation

Workforce Support Programme

Individuals who are currently working or seeking employment in the agriculture and agri-industry sectors will be employed under the Project, with their salaries and social security contributions covered by the Project. Following the completion of training programmes related to their fields of work, they will be placed in the farms and enterprises of farmers, cooperatives, and SMEs in need of workforce support.

 

A total of 400 workers will be employed for six months over a two-year period across five provinces.

Internship Programme

Young people seeking to gain experience in agriculture, livestock farming, and agro-based processing sectors will be placed in enterprises operating in these fields, with their internship and social security costs covered by the Project, ensuring access to training and internship opportunities.


A total of 200 young people will be provided with a one-month internship opportunity over a two-year period across five provinces.