The main activity is large-scale dissemination of methods of sustainable agriculture (Push-Pull) to as many farming families as possible; complemented by important further training courses to improve soil fertility through composting and organic fertilisers as well as the implementation of concrete measures to improve market access for small-scale farmers. Access to information is a critical factor in the dissemination of new, sustainable cultivation methods.

For this reason, synergies with other Biovision projects such as the farmers’ newspaper The Organic Farmer (TOF) and Infonet (www.infonet-biovision.org) are used, which are employed in various trainings. TOF reports on the experiences and findings of this project and so reaches a wide readership. In over 72 „Farmer Field Schools“, practical courses are taught on how an increase in value can be achieved locally: Participants are trained and encouraged to process and package their agricultural produce themselves in their villages.