APSColombia in Magdalena & Cesar
APSColombia in Magdalena & Cesar
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Timeline
Timeline
January 2020 to
December 2021
Goals
Goals
Improve Livelihoods
Enhance Food Security
Boost Agri-Business Performance
Impact on
Impact on
1,500 Producers
150,000 Hectares
Tackled Issues
Tackled Issues
Climate Change
Water Imbalance
Biodiversity Loss
Forest Degradation
Rural Poverty
The Project at a Glance
The Project at a Glance
Fedepalma and its partners drive the Colombian Sustainable Palm Oil Program (APSColombia). The goal is to promote production, protection, and inclusion in the country’s Palm zones. Their approach aims to implement an innovative business model focused on positive differentiation and value generation throughout the supply chain.
This initiative aims to improve livelihoods, enhance food security, and boost agri-business performance, all within a landscape-oriented framework.
In Partnership with:
In Partnership with:
Local Government
Producers
The Project
The Project
Project Steps
Project Steps
The project implementation began with the development of the 'APSColombia Protocol', a set of sustainability principles and transparency tools. The protocol was adopted by local agribusinesses across 11 palm oil clusters in two departments in northern Colombia: Magdalena and Cesar. These clusters involve more than 1,500 producers, of which 82% are smallholders, spanning an area of approximately 150,000 hectares.
Results
Results
Through this project, the Palm Oil clusters received support to adopt tailored agroecological and social practices, along with appropriate technologies. Additionally, their extension services have been strengthened to address local needs and align with sustainability best practices. This effort aims to build the capacity of Colombian Palm Oil regions to tackle pressing issues such as climate change, water imbalance, biodiversity loss, forest degradation, and rural poverty.
How we helped
How we helped
Herencia-VL has played a crucial role by providing specialized advice, facilitating top-level networking, and offering project design expertise. We have contributed to shaping the overall impact strategy of the program and crafting specific project plans. One of the focus aspects of our work within the project was establishing partnerships and mobilizing co-funding and resources.
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