Tenders Are Invited For Supply Of Spraying Pumps

Tenders Are Invited For Supply Of Spraying Pumps To Kodumu Cooperative Mushishito Marshland, Nyamagabe District Objectives Of Duhamic-Adri Fighting Against The Marginalization Of Rural Areas; Stimulating The Creation And Consolidation Of Associations, Cooperatives And Farmers Groups; Enhancing The Work Of Farmers Associations By Initiating And Encouraging The Development Of Organizational Structures As Autonomous Groups, Cooperatives And Unions; Supporting Rural Development Initiatives In Various Areas Of Socio-Economic Development 1. Project Background The Climate-Smart Agriculture Project Implemented By Duhamic-Adri In Partnership With Unhcr Supports Refugee And Host Community Farmers To Increase Agricultural Productivity, Build Resilience To Climate Change, And Promote Sustainable Livelihoods. Kodumu Cooperative, Operating In The Mushishito Marshland (Nyamagabe District), Is One Of The Beneficiary Farmer Groups Composed Of Both Refugees And Members Of The Host Community. During Several Field Visits And Stakeholder Engagement Meetings, The Cooperative Members Identified The Persistent Challenge Of Crop Pests And Diseases As A Major Factor Affecting Productivity And Food Security. This Has Been Particularly Acute In Vegetable Production And Maize Farming, Where Early-Stage Pest Control Is Critical To Securing Yields. 2. Problem Statement Kodumu Cooperative, Composed Of 1570 Members (Both Refugees 500 And Host Community Farmers 1070, Is Currently Facing Significant Challenges In Crop Production Due To Persistent Outbreaks Of Pests And Diseases Affecting High-Value Crops Including Maize, Irish Potatoes, And Various Vegetables. These Crops Are Not Only Central To Food Security And Nutrition For Cooperative Members But Also Constitute An Important Source Of Household Income. Different Field Assessments And Reports From Cooperative Members Have Revealed Increasing Incidences Of Pest Infestations. These Pest And Disease Outbreaks Have Led To Poor Crop Performance, Stunted Growth, Leaf And Root Damage, And In Some Cases, Total Crop Failure. This Situation Is Aggravated By Unpredictable Weather Patterns Linked To Climate Change, Which Have Created Conducive Conditions For Pest And Disease Proliferation. Despite The CooperativeS Awareness Of The Importance Of Integrated Pest And Disease Management, Their Ability To Respond Effectively Is Severely Constrained By The Lack Of Adequate Spraying Equipment. Currently, A Small Number Of Shared Spraying Pumps Are Available, Leading To Delays In Treatment Application, Uneven Coverage, And Increased Vulnerability Of Entire Fields To Rapid Disease Spread. Insufficient Spraying Tools Have Also Limited The Cooperatives Adoption Of Pesticide Application As Recommended By Extension Government Institutions. The Lack Of Spraying Pumps Not Only Hampers Immediate Pest And Disease Control Efforts But Also Undermines The Long-Term Productivity And Resilience Of Kodumu CooperativeS Farming Systems. If This Challenge Is Not Addressed Promptly, The Cooperative Risks Continued Yield Losses, Increased Food Insecurity, And Reduced Market Competitiveness, Further Threatening The Livelihoods Of Its Members. Therefore, There Is An Urgent Need To Support Kodumu Cooperative With Appropriate And Sufficient Spraying Pumps. This Will Enable Timely, Effective, And Safe Application Of Pest And Disease Control Treatments, Improve Crop Outcomes, And Enhance The Resilience Of The CooperativeS Agricultural Activities. 3. Objectives To Strengthen The Capacity Of Kodumu Cooperative In Integrated Pest And Disease Management. To Provide 183 Quality Spraying Pumps To Ensure Coverage Across Farming Plots; To Train Cooperative Members On The Safe And Effective Use Of Spraying Equipment. To Reduce Dependency On Rented Equipment And Minimize Yield Losses. 4. Expected Outcomes At Least 90% Of Farmers In The Cooperative Have Timely Access To Spraying Equipment. Reduced Incidence Of Pest And Disease Damage By At Least 50%. Improved Yield And Quality Of Crops. Increased Cooperative Self-Reliance And Sustainability In Plant Health Management. Improved Health And Safety For Farmers Through Safe Pesticides Handling And Usage Strengthened Capacity Of Kodumu Cooperative To Support Its Members Location: Kigali Deadline: Wednesday, 28/05/2025 11:00 Tender Link : Https://Www.Jobinrwanda.Com/Job/Tender-Notice-Supply-Spraying-Pumps-Kodumu-Cooperative-Mushishito-Marshland-Nyamagabe-District

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