The ASB strengthens community-based food security organisations and imparts knowledge and practices for the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices adapted to climate change. The project provides agricultural inputs and tools for the diversification of family production. In addition, the ASB helps smallholder families to expand their sources of income and supports entrepreneurial initiatives.

The ASB trains existing community-based structures and provides smallholder families with support in accessing and interpreting agro-climatic information. This improves the decision-making process concerning the cultivation of corn, beans and other products.
The project communities have and still do make decisions on agricultural production on the basis of the knowledge of previous generations. However, the climate variability, which is becoming increasingly difficult to predict, is leading to a misinterpretation of the situation. The producers lack agro-climatic data, which prevents the application of climate-adapted measures. Instead, low-resilience productive systems are created which cause sustained vulnerability. This leads to low production yields, crop losses and a decline in family income.

Access to drinking water is a key element of the population’s food security. The ASB is building drinking water systems in two municipalities with inadequate water supply. In addition, drip irrigation systems are set up, which reduce water consumption in agricultural production.
Forest protection measures are also being promoted and the relevant community-based commissions are being trained in the implementation of forestry measures in water enrichment areas. The ASB integrates the project region into government programmes, which strengthens local forest management and improves the management of natural resources.