Project Overview

SEED launched this initiative to address the rising salinity in coastal farmland, which was rendering traditional crops nonviable. The project aims to build agricultural resilience among smallholder farmers by promoting salt-tolerant varieties and sustainable organic farming methods. Working closely with the Rice Research Institute, SEED distributed stress-tolerant paddy and vegetable seeds and trained farmers in water-smart practices and organic input usage. Community-based seed banks were also introduced to secure long-term access to quality seeds.