Service Description

ISPAAD is one of the main Agricultural Support Schemes introduced in 2008 to address challenges in the arable sub-sector, of poor technology adoption by farmers and low productivity of the sub-sector.

Objectives:

• Increase production
• Promote food security at household and national levels
• Commercialize agriculture through mechanization
• Facilitate access to farm inputs and credit
• Improve extension outreach

 Programme components:

• Cluster Fencing
• Provision of Potable Water
• Provision of Seeds
• Provision of Fertilizers
• Facilitation of access to Credit
• Establishment of Agricultural Service Centres.
• Draught Power Provision. Form (ISPAAD Practical Completion Certificate)
• Horticulture Enterprise Support Programme (Production Inputs Support and Farm Equipment). (ISPAAD Horticultural Application Form)

How do I obtain the service?

Application Forms are available at the nearest District Crop Production Offices in their Extension areas.

Basic Requirements for all Applicants

• Farmers should register with the Department of Crop Production Extension Officer in their area.
• Applicants aged 18 years and above with Omang ID or residence work permits.
•  Must have proof of land accessibility (dully allocated or leased).

Cost Involved in obtaining service

No application fee is required when completing the forms.

Where can I get more information?

See ISPAAD Guidelines.

Postal Address:                                                  Physical Address

ISPAAD Coordinator                                               Ministry of Agriculture HQ

Department of Crop Production                               Plot 4701 Maraka Road

Private Bag 00435                                                  ISPAAD Office

Gaborone                                                              2^nd Floor, Office No. 231

Botswana                                                              Gaborone

Tel: (267) 3689305

E-mail: dcp@gov.bw