Context and Project Objective

Knowledge Transfer & Extension – Papua & South Papua, supported by East-West Seed Indonesia (Cap Panah Merah), aims to strengthen farmers’ capacity in implementing Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) so that farmers can achieve better and more sustainable income from horticultural farming.

In 2025, the program was implemented in Teluk Bintuni, Biak, Nabire, Sentani, Keerom, Jayapura, and Merauke. Through various activities such as farmer trainings, learning demonstration plots, group discussions, and Farmer Field Days (FFD), the program provides opportunities for farmers to learn directly, apply improved cultivation techniques, and share successful farming experiences.

Expected Outcomes

• Improved knowledge and skills of farmers in implementing Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in vegetable cultivation
• Increased productivity and quality of horticultural produce
• Improved income and welfare of farming households

Location

Teluk Bintuni, Biak, Nabire, Sentani, Keerom, Jayapura, and Merauke

Achievement

By 2025, the program reached 3,585 farmers, consisting of 1,990 men and 1,595 women, who received training and mentoring on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).