Small agricultural producers

Beneficiary MSMEs 10,500

Scaling Sustainable Agricultural Technologies in Costa Rica

Together with Costa Rica’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG), FUNDES designed pilot initiatives, training programs, and mechanisms to promote the adoption and expansion of sustainable agricultural technologies.
Scaling Sustainable Agricultural Technologies in Costa Rica

The Objective

To ensure the active participation of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) in the development of the PpoR and its Action Plan, in collaboration with the World Bank and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), ensuring that the project reflects the Ministry’s needs and vision.

Methodology and Expected Results

FUNDES developed a theory of change, mechanisms, and targeted interventions to strengthen the operational capacity of MAG and its National Directorate of Agricultural Extension (DNEA). These efforts aim to support small agricultural producers (PYMPAs) in adopting sustainable technologies and improving their competitiveness through access to financing, payments for environmental services related to soil carbon sequestration, and access to markets.Expected results include expanded coverage of DNEA services, new financing opportunities through funds from the National System of Development Banking (SBD), and greater recognition of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in sectors participating in Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs).The initiative also envisions the creation of a comprehensive business and technical development program for small agricultural producers, alongside payments for environmental services related to soil carbon sequestration.

Results

10.500 small agricultural producers (PYMPAs) impacted

Sustainable Development Goals Impacted

ODS 9 - Industria, Innovación e Infraestructura
ODS 13 - Acción Por El Clima