50 young farmers, including female beneficiaries of the PRSA in the provinces of Logone Oriental, Logone Occidental and Mayo-Kebbi Ouest, were trained from 26 to 27 June 2024 in the prevention and management of pollution and the rational and sustainable use of natural resources. The training focused on the rational use of natural resources and pollution prevention and management.
Over the course of 02 days, the learners acquired new knowledge about water and energy consumption and the problems associated with the irresponsible use of natural resources. In terms of pollution prevention and management, they learned about pesticide/insecticide management techniques and waste management (chemical product packaging). All of this training was followed by practical demonstrations of water pollution pre-treatment (screening, sand removal or oil and grease removal processes).
Overall, we note that economic activities, particularly those with an agricultural base, are often the cause of air, water and soil pollution, and deplete already limited resources. These effects can undoubtedly threaten human health, ecosystem services and the environment on a local, regional and global scale. Current and projected atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases (GHGs) threaten the well-being of present and future generations. This calls for more efficient and rational use of resources, pollution prevention and mitigation techniques and practices. Hence the need for this training course, the foundation for the preservation and rational management of natural resources for present and future generations.
