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Analyses of the problem

For this project the main problem we are going to work on is the inadequate knowledge, skills and capacity of smallholder farmers on greenhouse farming.

To analyze the problem we mapped out core issues that we predicted have influence on this problem. We identified causes and effects of the main problem. Next we turned it around and looked at the objectives rather than the problems. We did this by converting the elements of the problem map.

Problem Analysis

Objective Analysis

  

We concluded that the following objectives should be addressed:

1. Education
2. Resources
3. Capacity

Through education, and facilitating the necessary resources, smallholder farmers will receive adequate knowledge, skills and capacity to be able to run a successful business.
To contribute to the mission the training/course should not only containing basic knowledge and skills on greenhouse farming, but also modules about management, bookkeeping and marketing. These are essential to instigate an entrepreneurial mindset. Altogether the goal is to provide sustainable circumstances in term of work and life in general.