Farming practices and techniques

The rural commune of Gbomblora, in the South-West region of Burkina Faso, relies on rainfed and off-season agriculture. Farmers face major constraints, particularly at the start of the rainy season. The aim of this document is to analyze the constraints encountered in relation to national and communal planning. The start of the season is spread out over time. The practices and techniques implemented are not very efficient, and planning takes little account of them. Instead, the focus is on general food and nutrition security themes and physical achievements. The expected results are certainly relevant, but farmers' needs must be better taken into account. Agricultural projects and programs need to find solutions to the constraints actually experienced by farmers.