Publication
A conservation agriculture production system program for the Central Plateau of Haiti
Details
Author(s):
J. McKenna
Type of Document:
Media
Publisher/Journal:
SANREM CRSP, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Date of Publication:
2010
Place of Publication:
Blacksburg, VA
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Description
This presentation presents the research proposal for improving food security for smallholders in the central plateau of Haiti (LTRA-6). Productivity is very low and hunger is a soaring problem in Haiti, especially in rural areas. To increase crop productivity, formal and informal survey methods will be used on 15-20 plots to evaluate existing production systems and compare them with both fertilized and non-fertilized conservation agriculture production systems (CAPS). With the creation of farmer field schools and innovation teams, this research will provide a solid foundation for future agricultural outreach and collaborate efforts to improve the sustainability of food production in Haiti.