Agriculture Sustainability
Amel Association International supports farmers and rural communities in recovering from conflict-related agricultural damage, strengthening food security, restoring livelihoods, and promoting safer, more sustainable farming practices.
Post-Conflict Agricultural Recovery
In southern Lebanon, farms affected by Israeli bombardments, soil degradation, and possible contamination require urgent support to restore productivity, protect health, and strengthen long-term agricultural resilience.
Needs
- Farms affected by bombardments, including contamination from white phosphorus and heavy metals.
- Soil degradation threatening crop safety and productivity.
- Limited access to quality seeds and seedlings.
- Need for technical knowledge on sustainable agricultural practices.
- Need for official recognition to access government agricultural programs and assistance.
- Need for seasonal inputs and cash support to stabilize livelihoods during recovery.
Approach
Amel combines technical assistance, agricultural inputs, institutional registration, awareness sessions, cash support, and soil safety analysis to help farmers recover safely and sustainably.
Key Interventions
Consultation & Technical Assistance
Technical field visits were conducted to assess farms, meet local farmers, and identify urgent agricultural recovery needs.
Seed Kits and Seedling Distribution
- 8 seed varieties: Zucchini, Melon, Watermelon, Cucumber, Me’theh, Loubieh, Okra, and Calendula.
- 210 seedlings per farmer: Eggplants, Tomatoes, and Peppers, covering approximately 0.5 dunum per farmer.
Seasonal Resilience Support
In collaboration with Buzuruna Juzuruna Association and Habbouch Municipality, additional agricultural support kits were distributed to 30 farmers.
- Seeds: Beetroot, Turnip, Rachad, Arugula, Radish, Coriander, Garlic, Fava Beans, and Green Peas.
- Seedlings: Green and Dark Cabbage, Broccoli, Swiss Chard, Chicory, and Kohlrabi.
Capacity Building and Institutional Integration
Farmers were supported in Ministry of Agriculture re-registration and provided with official IDs. Four agricultural awareness sessions were conducted, followed by cash support of $100 per month per farmer for three months.
Environmental Remediation and Soil Safety
Through the TURABNA project, in partnership with Amel Italia and Source Association International, 40 soil samples were collected and analyzed to identify contamination levels and develop safe agricultural practices.
Impact
- Improved farmer resilience and seasonal food security through access to diverse seeds and seedlings.
- Stabilized farmer income through cash support and improved crop productivity.
- Enhanced technical knowledge on sustainable practices and safe farming on contaminated lands.
- Enabled farmers to access government-supported agricultural initiatives through official registration.
- Strengthened collaboration with municipalities and local associations for continued support.
- Improved environmental and health safeguards through soil testing and contamination analysis.
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