The Feed the Future Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage, a livestock development initiative in Haiti, began in 2018 with funding from the U.S. Agency for International Development. The program aims to improve the livelihoods of smallholder livestock producers through enhanced productivity, market access, and resilience to shocks and stresses. The initiative is implemented by Land O’Lakes Venture37 in collaboration with local stakeholders.
The baseline assessment, conducted in November 2023, provides a comprehensive overview of the current situation of livestock producers in Haiti. The study focuses on cattle, goat/sheep, and poultry producers, examining their production systems, market access, and household resilience. The assessment also explores the availability of inputs, services, and markets, as well as the impact of shocks and stresses on household livelihoods.
The baseline report highlights the challenges faced by livestock producers in Haiti, including limited access to inputs, services, and markets, as well as high levels of poverty and food insecurity. The report also notes the importance of gender and youth inclusion in livestock development, with women and young people playing critical roles in livestock production and marketing.
The assessment was conducted using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, including surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews. The sample consisted of 1,200 households, representing a diverse range of livestock producers across Haiti. The data collection tools used in the assessment included the PARE Annual Producer Household Survey, which was designed to capture detailed information on household demographics, livestock production, and market access.
The baseline report provides a wealth of information on the current situation of livestock producers in Haiti, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to improve their productivity, market access, and resilience to shocks and stresses. The report also provides a foundation for the development of a project monitoring, evaluation, and learning plan, which will be used to track progress and make adjustments to the program as needed.
The report’s findings are presented in a clear and concise manner, with detailed information on the sample, methodology, and data analysis. The report also includes a comprehensive overview of the livestock production systems in Haiti, including the types of livestock produced, the production levels, and the market access. The report also examines the availability of inputs, services, and markets, as well as the impact of shocks and stresses on household livelihoods.
The baseline report is an essential tool for the Feed the Future Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage, providing a comprehensive understanding of the current situation of livestock producers in Haiti. The report’s findings will inform the development of the program’s Theory of Change, which outlines the expected outcomes and impact of the program. The report will also be used to develop a project monitoring, evaluation, and learning plan, which will be used to track progress and make adjustments to the program as needed.
The report’s recommendations are based on the assessment’s findings and highlight the need for targeted interventions to improve the productivity, market access, and resilience of livestock producers in Haiti. The recommendations include the development of training programs for livestock producers, the establishment of market linkage facilitation services, and the provision of support for women and young people in livestock development. The report also recommends the development of a resilience focus zone approach, which will help to identify and support the most vulnerable households in the program area.
Overall, the baseline report provides a comprehensive understanding of the current situation of livestock producers in Haiti and highlights the need for targeted interventions to improve their productivity, market access, and resilience to shocks and stresses. The report’s findings and recommendations will inform the development of the Feed the Future Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage and will help to ensure that the program is effective in achieving its goals.