Shared Prosperity through Cooperation in Border Regions of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
Strengthening cross-border agricultural value chains
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
The project aims to enhance cross-border environmental and socio-economic cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to build confidence and trust between local governments, communities and civil society organizations. It focuses on empowering women and youth as peacebuilding agents, promoting women- and youth-led entrepreneurship, supporting farmers—particularly young farmers—with climate-smart agricultural practices, and strengthening the capacity of local authorities for cross-border cooperation.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
The project supports the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices and technologies through capacity building, provision of agricultural inputs and equipment, and exchange of experience. These include soil and water conservation practices, integrated plant protection, improved seeds and seedlings, greenhouse management, pasture management approaches and related natural resource management measures.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
Main users include smallholder farmers, agriculture cooperatives, farm advisors, medium-scale farms, rural communities and public sector agencies in border regions of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The project also engages local processors and post-harvest service providers through capacity building and digital tools.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The project is funded by the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund with a total budget of USD 3 million and is implemented by FAO and UNFPA through Direct Implementation Modality in both countries.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
The project aimed to strengthen mutual trust and cooperation between border communities, enhance women’s and youth participation in peacebuilding and entrepreneurship, and promote the uptake of climate-smart agricultural practices. According to project documentation, the project targeted at least 600 direct beneficiaries (approximately 70 percent women) and an estimated 36 000 indirect beneficiaries in border areas of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan; local farmer groups; rural development agencies
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better environment
Better life
