GRANT 58181-001 UZB: Precision Agriculture for Resilient Commercial Horticulture Sector Project - ISCAD-CS-04 National Financial Management Specialist

Objectives: The Precision Agriculture for Resilient Commercial Horticulture Sector Project will promote horticulture commercialization by (i) catalyzing formation of producer groups and (ii) strengthening vertical market linkages between producer groups and downstream agribusiness. The project is located in Bakhmal district in the Jizzakh region, aiming to benefit at least 170 small-scale farmers directly and indirectly support at least 85 agricultural workers and their families. Beneficiary small-scale farmers will collaborate in producer groups to produce consistent and high-quality produce, and beneficiary agribusinesses will source raw produce from these producer groups. The project will provide digital and climate-smart equipment for horticultural production, post-harvest handling and processing. In addition to supporting horticulture commercialization, the project will also promote the adaptation of new technologies to improve water- and energy-efficiency and climate resilience.