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Research for Sustainable Development with and for Farmers
🌿 Sustainable Research

Research for Sustainable Development with and for Farmers

Localized research to help solve the problems faced by farmers and contribute to rural development in Madagascar.

Minimal Irrigation
πŸ’§ Minimal Irrigation

Minimal Irrigation

Optimized irrigation β€” a solution in the face of climate change.

Innovation and Vulgarisation
πŸ”¬ Innovation & Outreach

Innovation and Vulgarisation

Use innovation for vulgarisation and contribute to agriculture development.

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Young reseach technicians trained
FTA Research team
Research started since2024

Transforming Agriculture through Science and Local Knowledge

The FTA Research Department (Farming & Technology for Africa) is based in Madagascar and committed to transforming rural livelihoods through practical, localized and genuinely inclusive research.

Our unique approach combines scientific rigour with local knowledge, creating solutions adapted to the realities of Malagasy farmers.

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Minimal Irrigation
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Field Initiatives
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Outreach & Vulgarisation

What We Work On

Three interconnected research domains tackling the agricultural challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Madagascar.

Minimal Irrigation
Research Topic 1

Minimal Irrigation

Innovative techniques to optimise water use under semi-arid conditions, reducing consumption while improving yield.

Soil & Fertility
Research Topic 2

Soil & Fertility

Restoring tired soils, evaluating organic amendments, and building decision tools for fertilization adapted to smallholder budgets.

Climate & Cropping Systems
Research Topic 3

Climate & Cropping Systems

Adapting crop calendars and rotations to a shifting climate, with field stations in 4 agroecological zones of Madagascar.

Our Latest Research

A snapshot of our three most recent research projects. Explore the full programme for more.

Ongoing

Comparing drip irrigation vs convention irrigation of green bean during dry season

This research compares drip irrigation and conventional irrigation for green bean cultivation during Madagascar's dry season in highland regions (Analamanga, Amoron'i Mania). It aims to assess differences in water efficiency, crop yield, and economic viability for smallholder farmers operating under water-scarce conditions.

FTA Research Team Β· 2026
Ongoing

Influence of Different Irrigation Frequencies, at a Fixed Water Volume, on the Growth and Yield of Carrot (Daucus carota L.) Grown Exclusively with Compost as Fertilizer

FTA Research Team Β· 2026
Completed

Comparative Evaluation of Different Planting Densities on Productivity and Agronomic Performance of Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

This study conducted with farmers have as objectives to determine what is the optimum distances on planting Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) to promote Productivity and Agronomic Performance

FTA Research Team Β· 2026

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