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AgriTrade Hub – Transforming Wood Waste into Sustainable Solutions

Aug–Sep 2024
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
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Turning wood waste into value through mushroom cultivation, empowering women and youth while advancing circular economy practices.

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Project Overview

Empowered 57 women and youth through mushroom cultivation training. Secured funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies and built local partnerships. Enhanced food security and created economic opportunities in rural communities.

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Challenges

  • Training capacity and materials access
  • Consistent supply of wood waste
  • Market linkage for mushroom products
  • Sustained participant engagement

Solutions

  • Standardized training kits and curriculum
  • Partnerships with sawmills for supply
  • Local market partnership development
  • Monitoring and mentorship

Key Outcomes

57 participants trained and active
New microenterprises launched
Improved local food security
Strengthened community partnerships

Impact & Results

  • Empowered 57 women and youth through mushroom cultivation training
  • Secured funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies and built local partnerships
  • Enhanced food security and created economic opportunities in rural communities

Technologies & Approaches

Sustainable agricultureWomen & youth empowermentCircular economy

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