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VERMI-ECO-RESPONSABLE is an innovative agricultural initiative focused on promoting sustainable farming through the use of organic fertilizers. This initiative offers an eco-friendly alternative to harmful chemical fertilizers by providing vermicompost, a nutrient-rich organic fertilizer produced by enriching compost with earthworms. The product enhances soil quality, improves moisture retention, and strengthens crop resilience to extreme weather conditions.
By replacing chemical fertilizers, VERMI-ECO-RESPONSABLE contributes to environmental preservation by reducing pollution, improving soil fertility, and supporting biodiversity. The initiative aims to empower farmers, both small-scale and large, with sustainable, cost-effective solutions that not only boost agricultural productivity but also promote long-term environmental health. Through this initiative, Kabwe Services SARL seeks to foster a more resilient agricultural ecosystem and reduce agriculture's ecological footprint, ultimately benefiting both the environment and future generations.

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['Reduces GHGs (e.g., projects that reduce sources of GHGs, such as through efficiency or other changes in consumption)']

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VERMI-ECO-RESPONSABLE empowers underrepresented groups by engaging local farmers, especially those from rural and climate-vulnerable communities, who are often marginalized in the climate movement. The project’s core focus is on providing sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers, which directly benefit these communities by improving their agricultural resilience and long-term economic viability.
We prioritize gender equality by actively involving women farmers, many of whom play a significant role in agriculture in developing countries. Through targeted outreach and training, women are encouraged to adopt vermicompost, providing them with an opportunity to enhance soil quality, reduce input costs, and improve crop yields.
The project also creates employment opportunities for youth in farming communities, offering training in sustainable agriculture and vermiculture. This helps address youth unemployment while fostering the next generation of environmental stewards.
In our organization, we ensure that diverse groups are represented across leadership roles and in decision-making processes. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly those in agriculture and climate-vulnerable regions, have a platform to voice their needs and contribute to solutions.
By empowering these communities, the project not only fosters climate resilience but also promotes social equity in the fight against climate change.

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