Agrobeydaaré, a Senegalese agricultural company, has launched a project to produce biochar and bio-carbon in Tambacounda. The project, funded by the Yaakaar Environment program of the Senegalese Youth Consortium (CJS), aims to promote sustainable energy and agricultural transition, while creating opportunities for women and young people. The project was launched during a departmental development committee (CDD) meeting in Tambacounda.
The project will train 200 people, including 70% women and 30% young people, in the production of biochar from agricultural residues such as millet stalks and peanut shells. The training will last for six months and will initially focus on the Tambacounda department. According to Mouhamadou Tidiane Diallo, CEO of Agrobeydaaré, the project aims to contribute to the valorization of agricultural waste, promote alternative energy, and create new income-generating activities.
The project also aims to reduce the pressure on forest resources caused by wood cutting for charcoal production, while contributing to the fight against climate change. Abdoulaye Tam, focal point for the Yaakaar Environment Fund for the Tambacounda and Kolda regions, highlighted the relevance of the initiative in the context of climate change. He noted that eight initiatives, totaling 20 million FCFA in funding, have been selected for Tambacounda under the program.
The project was launched in the presence of Alioune Badara Mbengue, prefect of Tambacounda, who identified two major challenges: the appropriation of the product by the population and its commercialization. He called on project promoters to ensure the product's accessibility, noting that bio-products are often more expensive and therefore difficult for vulnerable households to access.
The Yaakaar Environment program is supporting the project, which is expected to contribute to sustainable development in the region. The program's goal is to promote environmental sustainability and improve the livelihoods of local communities. The biochar project is one of several initiatives aimed at achieving this goal.
The project is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the local economy. By promoting the use of agricultural residues for biochar production, the project aims to reduce waste and create new economic opportunities. The project's success will depend on the involvement of local communities and the support of government authorities.
The launch of the biochar project in Tambacounda is a significant step towards promoting sustainable development in the region. The project's focus on training women and young people in biochar production is expected to have a positive impact on their livelihoods and contribute to the region's economic growth.
Key points
- The project aims to train 200 people in biochar production and promote sustainable energy and agriculture in Tambacounda.
- The project is funded by the Yaakaar Environment program of the Senegalese Youth Consortium (CJS).
- The project aims to reduce pressure on forest resources and contribute to the fight against climate change.
