Long term recommendations

implemented successfully in a short period. Existing villages and FMNR farmers can be re-engaged and involved in FNMR activities, and they can brush up on their capacity in the upcoming project. They will also become valuable resources for the FMNR movement in the country. Following the pilot project, it would be relatively simple to expand and spread FNMR in targeted areas, given adequate investment and partnerships with local and international stakeholders.

WWF-Myanmar kindly extends an invitation to interested stakeholders to engage with us on possibilities for launching a FMNR project in the country. Together, we can use this powerful, simple and low-cost technology to improve the CDZ’s fragile ecosystem, build food security and improve lives for generations.

9. Recommendations

Short term recommendations

Preparatory

❖ Conduct a feasibility study to investigate the field situation prior to determining locations and partners. ❖ Organize a national or regional level FMNR symposium to promote and identify potential partners and target areas after the feasibility study. ❖ Establish both regional and national FMNR working groups ❖ Develop IEC materials and an FMNR manual in Burmese for distribution to key potential stakeholders. ❖ Plan incentives schemes that facilitate long-term adoption without establishing financial reward systems that can build dependence and detract from FMNR’s benefits.

Partnership

❖ Find suitable partners to initiate and implement FNMR based on the organization’s profile and its focus area(s). ❖ Engage with prospective organizations who could be future partners for FMNR. WVM should be prioritized because of their experience, skills and community relationships.

Field implementation