Country: Burundi
Lead organisation: AGRICORE
Farmers in the Great Lakes region face challenges from climate change, inefficient farming practices, and limited market access, leading to reduced yields, post-harvest losses, and poverty. Diplomatic tensions further restrict access to training and collaboration. RETFARMER tackles these issues through Farmer Field Schools, where farmers learn soil fertility management, crop cultivation, and plant disease control. The AGRICORE app complements this by enabling farmers to monitor weather, diagnose diseases, and access markets. In 2025, RETFARMER will support 12 cooperatives in Burundi along the Ruzizi River, empowering 600 farmers to adopt innovative practices, boost productivity, and build resilience against climate challenges.