SCAN and WFP conducted a field visit to the small farmers’ Climate Smart project in Agamsaha district to assess the impact of the climate change agriculture initiative. The visit included engaging with farmers and observing their activities in the demonstration farm. After that Community Interaction happen and questions were posed to the community about their...
We conduct essential practical training on pesticide safety and proper dosage at demonstration farms across Huluuq, Agamsaha, Biyo macaan, and Arabsiyo villages. This hands-on training equips farmers with crucial knowledge and skills for safe and effective pesticide use. Farmers learn to accurately measure and mix pesticides, ensuring the correct dosage is applied to avoid both...
On January 23, 2025, the Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) conducted a one-day capacity-building training for its Climate Smart Food System Project staff. Held at the SCAN Meeting Hall in Hargeisa, the training aimed to address cross-cutting issues in agriculture, including climate change adaptation, gender inclusion, and environmental sustainability. The session brought together 12 project...
Somaliland Community Acrion Network (SCAN) and World Food Program (WFP) doing workshop three days for Regenerative agriculture: A way of farming that nurtures and restores soil health, reduces water use, prevents land degradation, and promotes biodiversity. The regenerative agriculture and soil conservation training aimed to enhance the technical skills of participants in soil and...
The Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) project, designed to support and empower small-scale farmers from low-income communities in Biyo-macaan, Huluuq, Arabsiyo, and Agamsaha, is making significant strides in promoting climate-smart crop farming. This initiative comes at a critical time, following the severe drought and the destruction caused by El Nino rains. A total of 100...
Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) partner with WFP has successfully installed a drip irrigation system for 40 small-scale farmers across several villages in Somaliland such Huluuq, Agamsaha, Biyo-Macaan and Arabsiyo. This intervention is part of SCAN’s broader initiative to support local farmers in overcoming water scarcity challenges and improving crop yield through efficient irrigation techniques....
Hargeisa, Somaliland – January 30, 2025 – The Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) successfully conducted a Capacity Building Training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for its Climate-Smart Food System Project Staff operating in the Gabiley Region. The training, held at the SCAN Meeting Hall in Hargeisa, ran from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM and brought...
We had the privilege of training farmers in the vibrant villages of Agamse, Huluuq, Arabsiyo, and Biyo Macaan. Our focus was on tackling one of the most pressing challenges in tomato and cabbage production” insect infestations”. Through practical sessions and interactive discussions, we explored strategies to identify, manage, and prevent insect damage, ensuring healthier crops...
The Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN), in collaboration with the World Food Program (WFP), successfully distributed agricultural farm tools to 100 beneficiaries under the Climate Smart Agriculture initiative. This effort is part of the broader “SMART Climate: Sustainable Gabiley Region Agriculture to Enhance Resilience to Climate Change” program. Distributed Items Each beneficiary received: • Farm...
On 16th January 2025, SCAN successfully conducted a Capacity Building Training on Gender and Inclusion for staff working on the Climate Smart Food System Project in the Gabiley Region of Somaliland. The training, held at the SCAN Meeting Hall in Hargeisa from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, aimed to enhance the participants’ ability to incorporate gender-sensitive approaches into their...
