“Quote from Dr. Mao Minea”

In tandem with MetKasekor, collaboration with two other government initiatives, KropouchKasekor (under the Department of Crop Seeds) and SevaKasekor (under the Department of Engineering), has been identified as imperative. KropouchKasekor focuses on promoting cover crops, while SevaKasekor concentrates on advancing agroecology machinery and services. This coordinated effort is anticipated to elevate the overall impact of MetKasekor in the agricultural landscape. As the year drew to a close, the MetKasekor Steering Committee and Annual meeting was organized to allow the technical working group (PDAFF) to present the progress of activities implemented in both provinces, To present the inputs from the previous sustainability meeting to the steering committee and receive feedback and directions to move forward, to discuss and find solutions to the challenges faced whilst implementing activities in the fields and lastly, to conclude the results achieved in 2023 and move forward with the workplan for 2024.   The event unfolded with the opening remarks by H.E. Dr. Chan Saruth, setting the tone for a day of insightful deliberations. PDAFF-BTB and PDAFF-PVH presented on the progress and challenges encountered during the implementation of MetKasekor. Complementary perspectives were shared by CARDEC, Department of Extension Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Department of Agriculture Engineering, and Department of Agriculture and Land Resource Management. The gathering concluded with a group discussion and closing remarks by Dr. Mao Minea, Director of DEAFF. In conclusion, the MetKasekor Steering Committee and Annual Meeting 2023 served as a catalyst for collaboration, reflection, and strategic planning. The collective efforts of stakeholders and development partners showcased the commitment to ensuring the continued success and expansion of the conservation agriculture-extension model in Cambodia.