This community seeds bank has been designed and implemented to conserve, restore, revitalize, strengthen and improve local seed systems, especially, but not solely, focused on local varieties.
This eco-action actively support local farmers in cultivating organic native crops varieties, and create new opportunities for local women in Sifala and Valayem villages to craft recyclable goods from hemp fabrics. These initiatives have not only empowered the community but have also significantly enriched their lives.
Akanda National Park is full of species of mangroves, forests, and wildlife such as sitatungas, backgammons, and migratory birds which are unfortunately threatened by human activity due to the proximity to Libreville, the captal city of Gabon. Local communities from Sifala and Valayem of SCOOPS CASV cooperative are engaged in the collection and storage of local native seeds, and the production of nurseries of these native fruits trees that wildlife consumed daily.
Through “Les Petits Exploitants Agricoles et Pêcheurs GARDIENS de la Baie de la Mondah” project, more than 16 men and women from SCOOPS CASV were trained in agroforestry, tourism, and the management of income generating activities, leading to the implementation of a community local native seeds bank, and a nursery of 1 000 native fruits trees.
Committed to expanding their conservation efforts through the engagement of more villages, these communities envisioned to plant 20 000 native fruits trees and mangroves in Akanda National Park by 2026, to bring back wildlife that has left due to the lack of their first food, they visitors to participate to their conservation project, and give the opportunity to CO-RESTORERS of nature who are urban dwellers from any part of the world who are concerned about climate change and wish to restore vital ecosystems without leaving their jobs, families and countries to support this eco-action by sending their financial support.
Akanda National Park is full of species of mangroves, forests, and wildlife such as sitatungas, backgammons, and migratory birds which are unfortunately threatened by human activity due to the proximity to Libreville, the captal city of Gabon. Local communities from Sifala and Valayem of SCOOPS CASV cooperative are engaged in the collection and storage of local native seeds, and the production of nurseries of these native fruits trees that wildlife consumed daily.
Through “Les Petits Exploitants Agricoles et Pêcheurs GARDIENS de la Baie de la Mondah” project, more than 16 men and women from SCOOPS CASV were trained in agroforestry, tourism, and the management of income generating activities, leading to the implementation of a community local native seeds bank, and a nursery of 1 000 native fruits trees.
Committed to expanding their conservation efforts through the engagement of more villages, these communities envisioned to plant 20 000 native fruits trees and mangroves in Akanda National Park by 2026, to bring back wildlife that has left due to the lack of their first food, they visitors to participate to their conservation project, and give the opportunity to CO-RESTORERS of nature who are urban dwellers from any part of the world who are concerned about climate change and wish to restore vital ecosystems without leaving their jobs, families and countries to support this eco-action by sending their financial support.
Visting this community-led local seed bank of the communities of Sifala and Valayem villages through their cooperative SCOOP CASV is a fascinating experience, providing insights into the preservation of biodiversity and traditional agricultural practices. You'll likely discover a rich array of seeds, each with its own story and significance in local agriculture. It's a great opportunity to learn about seeds varieties, traditional farming techniques, and the importance of seed conservation for future generations. You might even find some unique seeds to experiment with in your own garden or kitchen.
You will be partnering with La Cooperative Agricole Sifala et Valayem (SCOOPS CASV).
Communities from Sifala and Valayem villages situated near Akanda National Park have implemented a community seed bank where, after collecting, and processing native seeds, they store them for prosperity.
Your money will be used to cover for the expenses of seed collection, processing, and storage in a seed bank, to propagate the seeds in a nursery, and to pay for transportation of the seedlings to local communities.
Communities from Sifala and Valayem villages situated near Akanda National Park have implemented a community seed bank where, after collecting, and processing native seeds, they store them for prosperity.
Your money will be used to cover for the expenses of seed collection, processing, and storage in a seed bank, to propagate the seeds in a nursery, and to pay for transportation of the seedlings to local communities.
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We maintain complete transparency in allocating funds:
Wildlife Conservation: 40%
Community Development: 30%
Educational Initiatives: 20%
Administrative Costs: 10%
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