U.S.Department of Agriculture LIFFT Cashew Project

LIFFT-Cashew is a USDA-funded cashew value chain enhancement program in Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau, implemented by Shelter For Life International.

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A key mission took place in the Sindian region, where cashew seedlings distributed in 2020 were closely monitored. 🌿Excitingly, early flowering of these plants was observed, signaling promising results for farmers! 🌸 Let's continue to innovate and adapt for a better tomorrow.

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🌱 Empowering Growers for a Sustainable Future!
Shelter For Life is committed to supporting cashew growers by developing early and productive cashew varieties that are resilient to climate change.🌍 To ensure better production in the future.
#ClimateResilience #AgriInnovation

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SHELTR FOR LIFE GRADUATIONS

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These innovative practices aim to improve crop quality and ensure the long-term sustainability of the cashew industry.🌿SFL is committed to supporting these efforts for a thriving cashew industry, with a focus on sustainability and the empowerment of local farmers

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The Liftt Cashew project is at the forefront of revitalizing cashew plantations to secure a sustainable future for this vital industry.
#LifttCashew #CashewRevitalization #SupportingFarmers #SustainableAgriculture #AgriculturalInnovation

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Recently, awareness-raising sessions and demonstrations on grafting techniques, particularly canopy replacement, were held on a demonstration plot owned by a producer and member of the CASMA cooperative in the Mansaba sector of the Oio region.
#GraftingTechniques #Cooperatives

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BISSAU STEERING COMMITEE METTING
#shelterforlifeinternational #LIFFTCashew #USDA #EconomicGrowth #CashewIndustry #GuineaBissau #SustainableDevelopment

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#FoodSecurity #shelterforlifeinternational #LIFFTCashew #USDA #SustainableFarming #WomenInAgriculture #Intercropping #MarketGardening #Empowerment #cooperatives #Bissau

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In this way, they meet the expenses and needs of their families 💪 while contributing to the economy of their communities❤️.
#FoodSecurity #shelterforlifeinternational #LIFFTCashew #USDA #SustainableFarming #cooperatives #Bissau

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SFL empowers producers to diversify their agricultural practices 🌱, fostering food security for all. Alongside and under the cashew trees🌳, women are actively engaged in intercropping and market gardening 🌿.
#WomenInAgriculture #Intercropping #MarketGardening #Empowerment

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We also shared exciting advances in good agricultural practices, which are helping to strengthen the cashew industry, a sustainable agricultural future in Guinea-Bissau! 🙌
#LIFFTCashew #USDA #CashewNuts #SustainableDevelopment

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We were delighted to welcome a team from the USDA, who were able to discover the significant impact of the LIFFT-Cashew project. Their visit highlighted our efforts to build and rehabilitate warehouses and production tracks, and to finance and support processing units in Bissau.

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By equipping cooperative leaders with essential skills, we’re empowering them to strengthen their organizations and drive sustainable growth within their communities.
🌿👥 #CooperativeLeadership #CommunityDevelopment #ShelterForLife #CapacityBuilding

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As part of the USDA-funded LIFFT project, 81 cooperative members in Manconomba, Sedhiou region, and Tendounck Village in Bourhiapay received training in organizational dynamics and leadership. This same valuable training was also extended to cooperatives in Guinea Bissau.

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we’re enhancing productivity and fostering sustainability in the SeGaBi area. These efforts are crucial in our collective response to climate change, driving impactful progress for resilient communities.
💪#SustainableAgriculture #ClimateAction #CommunityImpact #LIFFTCashew

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Through the USDA-funded LIFFT Cashew project, Shelter For Life is making strides in climate-smart agriculture by providing 42 tons of organic fertilizer and 50,000 grafted seedlings to local farmers. By partnering with cooperatives like AJAC LUKAAL and FAMVI.
🌍 #ShelterForLife

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Our efforts are a testament to the transformative impact of climate-smart agriculture initiatives. Together, we’re paving the way for resilient communities and a sustainable future.
#ShelterForLife #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEmpowermentAgriculture

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Through the USDA-funded LIFFT project, we’re driving sustainable development by rehabilitating 18km of track on the Pelundo-Jolmete axis. This crucial improvement enhances access for local communities and empowers farmers to transport their produce more efficiently.