The Manaung Pilot Investment Programme (MPIP) set out to improve the livelihoods and market linkages of base-level producers in one of the most deprived and isolated areas of Myanmar.
The aim was to increase farmers’ income through improved production and irrigation practices in the copra and groundnut value chains.
Solution
Montrose supported beneficiaries in nine villages across the island to:
Improve production practices for coconut and groundnut value chains.
Improve irrigation practices and market linkages.
Build the ability of local farmers, producers, and government extension workers to improve their industries through more sustainable and climate-resilient practices and training.
Impact
A total of over 460 farmers received training in fertiliser production, seed storage, soil preparation, planting techniques, and irrigation.
Farmer Associations were established: 90% of farmers reported benefits including shared agricultural practice and access to market information.
Shelling machines and pumping equipment were distributed.
Average price of one basket of groundnut increased by 30%.
Farmers reported increased yield and reduced seed input as the most useful benefits of their training.
Safer and more efficient copra drying technologies were introduced.
The programme introduced copra producers to new buyers.
