Burkina Faso: A new vision for agriculture, the agroforestry initiative in action
The Presidential Initiative and the agrosylvopastoral offensive launched in Burkina Faso are significantly stimulating agricultural, forestry, and pastoral production. These initiatives, driven by the government under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, aim to strengthen the country’s food sovereignty by diversifying and increasing production in key sectors.
They encourage the adoption of innovative agricultural techniques, the improvement of rural infrastructure, and the sustainable management of natural resources. In response to security and environmental challenges, these strategies also contribute to the resilience of rural communities by promoting better land management, access to drinking water, and combating deforestation.
The efforts aim to enhance food self-sufficiency, reduce dependence on imports, and generate income for rural populations. Furthermore, the agrosylvopastoral offensive supports the transformation of the agricultural sector, with a particular focus on the safety of rural actors.
Through training and awareness programs, it seeks to integrate young people and women into the production process and improve their working conditions. Strengthening local capacities in modern agricultural techniques, combined with logistical support for product transport, helps make distribution circuits more efficient and profitable.
In the long term, this initiative is intended to serve as a catalyst for sustainable economic development, job creation, while supporting food security and the stability of the country in the face of current challenges.
