Rural Development in Marginal Areas Project - APL II

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The Rural Development in Marginal Areas Project (APL), second phase, seeks to improve the well-being and the income of smallholders in targeted marginal areas through sustainable increases in productivity and better food security. There are four components. The first component finances demand-driven investment sub-projects for agricultural production, natural resources management, processing activities, and minor productive infrastructure through a matching grant system. Sub-projects include farming equipment and tools, inputs for cultivation or livestock, animals, construction material, small works and installations, processing machinery, small irrigation and drainage works and equipment, plantations and nurseries, technical assistance and specialized training, and storage facilities for inputs and products. The second component funds the preparation and implementation of simple plans of community-based natural resources management using participatory rural assessment methods, small projects of indirect benefits related to community activities, studies for the preparation of community development plans and works, workshops and training for capacity building, management of savings schemes, etc. The third component provides extension services, technical support and training of farmers and producers organizations; establishes demonstration plots, and organizes workshops and training. The fourth component finances institutional strengthening and project administration.