WFP and Tajikistan's Ministry of Agriculture Partner for Agri-Tech Project

Strategic Insights -

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has signed a Technical Assistance Agreement with Tajikistan's Ministry of Agriculture to support the "Engaging Youth Smallholder Farmers through Agri-Tech" project. This initiative aligns with the government's strategy for agricultural digitization (2025-2027) and aims to modernize Tajikistan's agricultural sector through digital innovation and youth engagement. The project will benefit approximately 10,000 young people between the ages of 15 and 35 with training and capacity building opportunities. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to building a resilient and tech-enabled agricultural economy that empowers young farmers and strengthens food security.

Key Takeaways:

  • The WFP and Tajikistan's Ministry of Agriculture have signed a Technical Assistance Agreement to implement the "Engaging Youth Smallholder Farmers through Agri-Tech" project.
  • The agreement aligns with the government's strategy for agricultural digitization (2025-2027), which prioritizes enhanced knowledge sharing, innovation, and value chain connectivity.
  • Approximately 10,000 youths aged 15-35 will benefit directly from training under the project.
  • The Ministry of Agriculture will co-chair the project's Steering Committee and support the Technical Working Group on Digital Agriculture.
  • Adham Musallam, WFP Representative and Country Director in Tajikistan, stated that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to building a resilient, tech-enabled agricultural economy that empowers young farmers and strengthens food security.
  • The WFP remains committed to supporting Tajikistan's agricultural transformation through strategic partnerships, digital solutions, and youth-led innovation.
  • The project aims to modernize Tajikistan's agricultural sector through digital innovation and youth engagement.

Statistics:

  • 10,000: The approximate number of young people between the ages of 15 and 35 who will directly benefit from training under the project.
  • 2025-2027: The time period during which the government's strategy for agricultural digitization aims to enhance knowledge sharing, innovation, and value chain connectivity.

Sources:

  • World Food Programme (no date).
  • The Republic of Tajikistan Ministry of Agriculture.