Imagine trying to grow food in a place where the weather is getting unpredictable and the soil is worn out. This work creates a guidebook for farmers to switch to nature-friendly methods that actually work for their specific land. It's like a customized recipe book for farming that helps local growers produce more while protecting the environment.
North African agriculture is highly dependent on imports and vulnerable to climate change, while current intensification processes deplete environmental resources and maintain high poverty levels for small farmers.
["A multi-dimensional evaluation tool covering 5 domains including economy and governance.", "A replicable methodological guidebook for designing locally-tailored agricultural strategies."]
If you are a software provider dealing with a lack of regional data for North Africa — this project developed bio-economic modelling and a multi-scale evaluation tool that provides quantitative baselines for sustainable practices.
If you are an importer dealing with unstable supply chains in climate-hit regions — this project analyzed consumer behavior and agroecological potentials in 6 countries to identify more resilient sourcing options.
If you are a consultant dealing with clients who need evidence-based transition plans — this project developed a replicable methodological guidebook for designing locally-tailored farming strategies.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or implementation costs are not provided.
The project uses 6 Living Labs across different zones (oasis, mountains, plains) to create a replicable methodology, suggesting the potential for regional scaling.
Based on available project data, there is no mention of specific patents or licensing agreements.
The project specifically tests and develops alternative public policies to foster agricultural transitions in North Africa.
The project period runs from 2022-12-01 to 2026-11-30.
The consortium is heavily weighted toward research and academia, with 10 universities and 7 research organizations. With only 1 industry partner and 1 SME (a 4% industry ratio), the project is primarily driven by scientific validation and policy influence rather than immediate commercialization. However, the 23 partners across 14 countries provide a massive geographic reach and deep institutional access in North Africa.
Contact CIHEAM-IAMM regarding the replicable methodological guidebook.
Contact us to connect with the NATAE consortium for regional agricultural data.
