195 organic farmers receive equipment boost
The farmers received essential tools under the Pacific Organic Learning Farms Network (POLFN) project, implemented by the Pacific Community (SPC).
Thursday 23 July 2026 | 12:30
The Nayarabale Womens Group with equipment including spades, wheelbarrows, watering cans, pruning shears, compost bins, fencing materials, shade cloths, knapsack sprayers and other tools to support daily farm operations.
Food security and sustainable farming efforts have received a boost after 195 organic farmers across Fiji were provided with equipment to improve productivity and strengthen community resilience.
The farmers received essential tools under the Pacific Organic Learning Farms Network (POLFN) project, implemented by the Pacific Community (SPC).
The equipment includes spades, wheelbarrows, watering cans, pruning shears, compost bins, fencing materials, shade cloths and knapsack sprayers, which are expected to improve productivity while reducing farming costs.
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POLFN Project Manager Fuatino Fatiaki said the support would enable farmers to build more productive and sustainable farms.
"The support helps improve access to equipment for farming households that may struggle to afford these tools. It also allows farmers to focus on building productive and sustainable farms," Ms Fatiaki said.
She said strengthening local farming systems would help communities better withstand future challenges.
"Recent global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic and rising fuel costs, have shown how vulnerable our food systems can be. By strengthening local farming systems, we are helping communities become more resilient and improving food security for future generations."
Burenitu farmer Meli Nacola said the assistance had encouraged more farmers to transition to organic farming.
"Receiving these farm support tools has really boosted the morale of our farmers. It has encouraged many of us to continue our transition to organic farming."
Draubuta Youth Organic Farm cluster leader Viliame Gaso said the equipment would strengthen youth participation in agriculture and improve farm productivity.
"These tools will help us improve our work on the farm, strengthen our skills and continue producing healthy food using organic farming practices."
The POLFN project promotes organic and agroecological farming through training, farmer-to-farmer learning and practical support. It is part of the KIWA Initiative, managed by the Pacific Organic and Ethical
