Those interested in preparing for short/long-term involvement in agricultural development internationally are encouraged to participate in this one-week course held at various times throughout the year. Course participants will gain an introduction to aspects of poverty and community development and an orientation to ECHO. They will also receive instruction on proven agricultural principles/practices and practical techniques, systems and technologies to meet agricultural and nutritional needs of small-scale, impoverished farmers.
Growing Beyond Free Seeds: The Importance of Community Seed Banks From Trial Packets to Local Food Security
What happens when development workers, farmers, and communities collaborate to