The C-SUCSeS project, a collaboration between the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), and the SAARC Development Fund (SDF), is revolutionizing farming practices in South Asia with its introduction of “bed planting” technology. This innovative approach not only helps farmers adapt to climate variability but also boosts crop yields and sustainability in the region.
With South Asia being highly vulnerable to climate change, especially in its agricultural sector, the C-SUCSeS project aims to develop evidence-based strategies for addressing climate impacts and promoting sustainable agriculture. Bed planting technology, which combines soil tillage, bed formation, fertilizer application, and seed sowing in a single pass, has proven to be highly advantageous, leading to increased yields in various crops during the Rabi season.
Given that agriculture remains a primary livelihood for over 50 percent of the population in South Asia, the region’s vulnerability to climate change poses a significant threat to food security and livelihoods. The C-SUCSeS project seeks to integrate climate adaptation and mitigation strategies into agricultural practices to ensure the resilience of farming communities.
Through capacity-building initiatives and the promotion of climate-smart technologies, the partnership aims to foster sustainable and resilient agricultural intensification in South Asia. By doing so, it hopes to safeguard the food, nutrition, and livelihood security of millions of people in the region who depend on agriculture for their well-being.
