Overview
This project aims to maintain a profitable cassava sector that supports the livelihood of smallholder farmers and competitive industry by co-developing adoptable and scalable innovations that address disease pressures and sustain soil productivity.
Cassava cultivation, a crucial livelihood for smallholder farmers in Mainland South-East Asia, faces challenges due to rapid expansion, limited adoption of sustainable practices, and disease outbreaks. High demand and prices have led to monoculture cultivation, risking soil degradation and declining fertility. This project addresses the pressing issues faced by the cassava sector in Mainland South-East Asia.
By focusing on innovative cropping systems, mechanisation, disease management, and digital solutions, the aim is to maintain a sustainable cassava industry. Co-developing these practices with farmers and value chain actors ensures that the solutions are not only technically feasible and economically viable but also socially acceptable.
Through partnerships and collaboration with various stakeholders, this project aims to sustain cassava-based livelihoods, promote agricultural resilience, and contribute significantly to the economic development of the target countries.
