Proposal
Post: Vakon
Date(s) of project: April 16- July 16, 2012
Brief description of Project:
The Regional Center for Agricultural Production (CeRPA) works with 24 groups that are currently engaged in the production of legumes. 18 of the 24 gardening groups are women groups. To encourage the production of tomatoes and a wider diversity of vegetables throughout the commune of Akpro/Misserete, the CeRPA agents are starting a small demonstration garden (20mx20m) at the regional office. The CeRPA agents agree that tomatoes are one crop that would grow well in the area, yet the groups are reluctant to try tomatoes since they are unsure of results. There are also a plethora of different varieties available for purchase in Cotonou at the seed boutique “Benin Semance” and new seeds from East/West seeds for sale at Songhai. In order to encourage groups to grow tomatoes and to determine which varieties actually grow the best in the Akpro/Misserete commune, demonstrations plots will be planted with compost and the results recorded to determine the best varieties. CeRPA agents have chosen 2 varieties from the “Benin Semance” which are considered as the best seeds and 2 new varieties from the East/West seed company they have not previously been tested. There is a pump located next to the demonstration site and a schedule will be created to ensure that the tomatoes are adequately watered. Different varieties of carrots, cabbage, and okra will also be grown to determine which varieties have the highest yields. At the end of the season, the presidents of all 24 groups will be invited to visit the demonstration area to see the plots and receive more information on growing tomatoes and the beneficial use of compost. CeRPA will cover the cost of transportation and providing a lunch to the 24 attendees. To help gardening groups obtain seeds in future production, the profits from the demonstration garden will be used to purchase seeds which will then be sold in smaller quantities to interested gardening groups .
Number of people involved:
| Gender/Age Category |
# of Individuals |
# of Service Providers (work partners, Project co-organizers, technicians, animators, etc.) |
|---|---|---|
| Women over 24 | 18 | 3 |
| Men over 24 | 6 | 2 |
| Girls 15-24 | ||
| Boys 15-24 | ||
| Girls under 15 | ||
| Boys under 15 |
Budget:
| Item | Number | Unit Cost | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato seeds (Mongal) | 1 packet | 2800 | 2800 |
| Tomato seeds (Inlay) | 5 grams | 697.4 | 3487 |
| Tomato seeds (Roma) | 5 grams | 1800 | 1800 |
| Tomato seeds (Maquis) | 5 grams | 697.4 | 3487 |
| Okra (Lima) | 1 | 1800 | 1800 |
| Okra (Basanti) | 1 | 750 | 750 |
| Carrot seeds (All Season Cross) | 1 | 1450 | 1450 |
| Carrot seeds ( Sahel Super Cross) | 1 | 1625 | 1625 |
| Cabbage seeds ( KK cross) | 1 | 1400 | 1400 |
| Cabbage seeds ( Minilito) | 1 | 1750 | 1750 |
| Watering Can | 1 | 3500 | 3500 |
| Selling Stand | 1 | 25000 | 25000 |
| Total | 48849 |
Amount Requested: 48849
