April 2, 2026 · Dolow, Gedo Zone · Progress Report
HDPN Pilot Project Transforms Agriculture in Dolow District
A joint initiative between the Dolow District Administration and Hawd Climate Guardian cultivated 10 hectares and produced 210.5 quintals of crops, generating $1,680 in income for 20 food-insecure households.
20
Households Supported
210.5 Qt
Total Crop Production
$1,680
Income Generated
10 Ha
Land Cultivated
Hawd Climate Guardian team member inspecting cultivated fields in Kansahley Village.
Drought Response in Kansahley Village
Humanitarian Input Distribution
The HDPN Drought Response Pilot addresses severe climate shocks and water crises in the Gedo Zone. The project distributed 103 kg of improved seeds across 10 crop varieties to 20 chronically food-insecure households. This initiative, run jointly with the Dolow District Administration, targets communities facing acute food insecurity documented by humanitarian monitoring systems.
Securing Household Food Consumption
The distribution prioritized immediate food security and livestock survival. Farmers received complete agricultural input packages, including Sudan grass and Alfalfa, which halted escalating livestock mortality. These fodder crops strengthened pastoral livelihoods across Kansahley Village, directly supporting HCG’s integrated program model.
Climate-Smart Agricultural Production
Implementing Modern Agronomy Practices
Farmers utilized modern agronomy practices, integrating drought-tolerant seeds, vermicompost, and targeted pesticide applications like Alfas to prevent crop disease. HCG field agronomists provided hands-on training to all 20 participating households, building skills that extend beyond this pilot season.
“We successfully implemented modern agronomy practices, ensuring our crops were protected from disease and received the necessary organic nutrients to thrive.”— HCG Field Agronomy Team
Farmer tending cowpea crops during the growing season.
Thriving crop fields demonstrate the impact of climate-smart practices.
Crop Yields and Market Income
By February 2026, the 10 cultivated hectares produced 210.5 quintals of crops. The harvest secured 95.5 quintals directly for household food consumption. Sales of early-maturing crops like watermelon and tomatoes generated $1,680 in cash income. View the full breakdown on the Impact page.
A young farmer displays harvested seeds from the pilot fields.
Beneficiary farmer checking crop maturity before harvest.
Peacebuilding and Gender Equity
Equal Participation for Female-Headed Households
The pilot explicitly targeted a 50 percent female-headed household participation rate. Providing women with direct asset ownership and equal access to agricultural inputs strengthened household decision-making power and community stability. This approach reflects HCG’s cross-cutting commitment to gender equity and safeguarding.
Government-Led Conflict Prevention
The Dolow District Administration led transparent beneficiary selection processes. Equitable resource distribution and monthly dialogue sessions resulted in zero recorded resource-based conflict incidents during implementation. This government partnership model, detailed in HCG’s governance framework, ensures local ownership and accountability.
“The pilot has exceeded expectations across all three pillars — delivering measurable humanitarian relief, building durable agricultural livelihoods, and maintaining community peace and cohesion.”— Dolow District & HCG Joint Progress Report
HCG leadership conducting a field monitoring visit in Kansahley Village.
Strategic Scale-Up Plan
Transitioning from Pilot to District-Wide Impact
The successful implementation in Kansahley Village provides a scalable template. Hawd Climate Guardian and the local government are preparing Phase 2 expansion.
Building Regional Climate Resilience
HCG aims to scale this framework to support over 1,000 households across the Gedo Zone by 2028. To support this work or explore partnership opportunities, contact HCG directly.
HCG team and community leaders at the land preparation site.
HCG team at the Dolow Gedo main office.
Our Plans
HCG plans to expand the model to support over 1,000 households across 6+ districts in the Gedo Zone by 2028.
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