1. Income Improvement Assistance: SARDEP’s main objective is to help rural populations
within the Diocese of Buea improve their income. The department provides support and
guidance to rural communities in implementing agro-ecological approaches that
contribute to increased income generation.
2. Poverty Alleviation and Capacity Building: SARDEP aims to fight against poverty by
encouraging self-sufficiency among the rural population through agro-ecological
activities. The department provides capacity-building initiatives and training programs to
enhance the skills and knowledge of rural farmers, enabling them to improve their
agricultural practices and ultimately raise their living standards.
3. Food Security Enhancement: The department focuses on combating food insecurity
among rural families by promoting an integrated production system. SARDEP
encourages sustainable agricultural practices that prioritize long-term production
methods, taking into consideration social, economic, health, and environmental aspects of
agro-pastoral activities. This approach aims to ensure a consistent and reliable food
supply for rural communities.
4. Farmer Organization Development: SARDEP aims to support the emergence of relevant
and competitive farmers’ organizations. The department promotes the signing of contracts
between farmers and merchants to facilitate improved selling of agricultural produce and
enhance farmers’ access to markets. This initiative helps farmers secure bette