Project presentation
The Project to Support Integrated Rural Development in the Mountain Areas of the Oriental Region (PADERMO) is an ambitious initiative aimed at stimulating economic and social development in rural mountain areas in the Oriental region.
I- Strategic context of the project
The three objectives (OS) of the Strategic Programme of the International Fund for Agricultural Development COSOP (2022–2027)
National Initiative for Human Development
United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation in Morocco (2023–2027)
Green Generation Strategy
2020–2030 (SSG)
II- Project approach
01Integrated into the space: in terms of complementarity and convergence of stakeholders
02Territorialized: focused on homogeneous socio-territorial entities
03Participatory: placing representatives of the population at the center of implementation
04Based on vertical integration: upstream-downstream for the development of sectors
Primary objective
To improve the living conditions of rural communities in a sustainable manner by strengthening the capacities of smallholder farmers, livestock breeders, beekeepers, unemployed youth, women, and landless households.
Specific objectives
The project seeks to increase incomes, promote social inclusion, and reduce the vulnerability of populations to the effects of climate change. Through an integrated, participatory, and sustainable approach, PADERMO focuses on promoting local industries such as arboriculture, livestock farming, and beekeeping, while also promoting rural entrepreneurship, natural resource conservation, and gender equality.
Strategic priorities
- Diversify and secure sources of income
- Develop resilient agricultural production
- Improve the marketing of local products
- Create economic opportunities for women and young people through tailored training and better access to finance
Drawing on lessons learned from previous IFAD interventions, the project targets the most vulnerable areas and incorporates enhanced technical assistance to ensure the sustainability of actions and the strengthening of local capacities.
Implementation phases of PADERMO
2023
Establishment of the CRP, the UCCP, and the UGRP of the UGPP
2024
Carrying out detailed design studies,
Identifying tree planting areas and maximum tree height
Identifying tree planting areas and maximum tree height
2025-2028
Organization of beneficiaries, completion of work, mid-term evaluation, installation of communication and monitoring and evaluation systems, establishment and implementation of action plans for knowledge, communication, the environment, and entrepreneurship
2029
Completion of work
Development and implementation of the disengagement strategy
2030
Assessment of the project’s effects and impact,
Preparation of the completion report and implementation of the exit strategy