Agriculture is the largest production sector in Afghanistan with almost three quarters of the population depending on agriculture for their livelihood. The agriculture sector remains very important in building Afghanistan’s economy. The share of agriculture in the country’s GDP is about one-third and agriculture generates 70 percent of employment and plays supporting role for the manufacturing and the service sectors.

APWDO understands the local trends and challenges for sustainable agriculture, focusing on ecosystem based management and recommends sustainable solutions to cope with changing climate at local and community levels. APWDO has vast experience in implementing projects of various sizes in the area of agriculture development and is committed to continue to contribute its bit in the agricultural development efforts of Afghanistan.

The following list highlights some of projects in the areas of agriculture, livestock husbandry and irrigation implemented by APWDO in various parts of the country: