Enhanced resilience of viticulture in Abkhazia
A vast area in Abkhazia was contaminated by the explosion of an ammunition warehouse in 2017. Clearance efforts supported by international experts are about to be completed, enabling the restoration of the land for agricultural purposes. Endemic grape varieties will be reintroduced fostering biodiversity and resistance to disease. Growers’ resilience to climatic and economic shocks will be enhanced by setting a sector association and training in advanced agricultural practices.
| Paese/Regione | Tema | Periodo | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Georgia |
Canbiamento climatico ed ambiente Agricoltura e sicurezza alimentare Conflitto & fragilitá
Biodiversità
Sviluppo agricolo Rimozione di mine antipersona |
01.12.2021
- 30.11.2026 |
CHF 880’000
|
- Association of Grape Growers in Abkhazia
- Local grape growers
- VET teachers and extensionists
- Wine producers in Abkhazia
- Endemic grape varieties are identified through involvement of international experts.
- High quality saplings of endemic grape varieties are produced in Abkhazia and are accessible for local growers.
- Local grape growers in Abkhazia grow endemic varieties and apply good agricultural practices.
- Organizzazione delle Nazioni Unite per l'alimentazione e l'agricoltura
- Settore privato straniero Nord
- ENPARD IV Implementation of Integrated Farming Systems in Abkhazia through hands-on trainings
- EU/UN innovative action for private sector competitiveness
- HALO Trust project on deep de-mining in Primorsky
- EUSR
- FDFA PHRD & UK CSSF / HALO trust Completion of de-mining in Primorsky
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Settore in base alle categorie del Comitato di Aiuto allo sviluppo (DAC) dell'OCSE PROTEZIONE GENERALE DEL AMBIENTE
AGRICOLTURA
GOVERNO E SOCIETÀ CIVILE
Sotto-Settore in base alle categorie del Comitato di Aiuto allo sviluppo (DAC) dell'OCSE Biodiversità
Sviluppo agricolo
Rimozione di mine terrestri
Temi trasversali Il progetto promuove in via prioritaria la biodiversità.
Prevenzione delle crisi
Tipo di aiuto Mandato senza fondo fiduciario
Contributo al progetto e al programma
Assistenza tecnica, inclusi esperti
Numero del progetto 7F10548
| Contesto | Since 1993, Abkhazia is a breakaway territory of Georgia, struggling with the aftermath of the armed conflict between the separatist forces and the central Government. Abkhazia is affected by high poverty rates and high vulnerabilities to global shocks. Since 2017, the international NGO Halo Trust has been demining the territory near the Primorsky village, which was contaminated by the explosion of an ammunition warehouse. According to FAO, this parcel is suitable for viticulture. There is a market demand for endemic grapes, however local growers lack access to quality planting material. As a result, the endemic varieties are under risk of extinction. Enabling local growers to produce high quality saplings of endemic grape varieties will mitigate the risk of biodiversity loss, as well as create opportunities of additional income for the farming community. |
| Obiettivi | The overall impact of the project will be enhanced resilience of grape farmers in Abkhazia thanks to sustainable management of grape genetic resources. |
| Gruppi target |
Direct Beneficiaries: Indirect Beneficiaries: |
| Effetti a medio termine |
Outcome 1: Biodiversity of grape production in Abkhazia is strengthened with enhanced protection of endemic varieties and introduction of climate smart agricultural practices. Outcome 2: Grape growers in Abkhazia apply advanced agricultural practices and increase incomes. |
| Risultati |
Risultati principali attesi: |
| Direzione/Ufficio responsabile |
DSC |
| Partner del progetto |
Partner contrattuale Economia privata Organizzazione delle Nazioni Unite (ONU) Altri partner FAO |
| Coordinamento con altri progetti e attori |
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| Budget | Fase in corso Budget Svizzera CHF 880’000 Budget svizzero attualmente già speso CHF 624’835 Progetto totale dalla prima fase Budget inclusi partner del progetto CHF 1’607’700 |
| Fasi del progetto | Fase 1 01.12.2021 - 30.11.2026 (Fase in corso) |
