The establishment of the Smart Agricultural Center in southern Armenia marks the beginning of a new era for farming education. Equipped with new technologies, the center is set to elevate the educational standards and curricula of the Armenian National Agrarian University in Sisian while promoting sustainable agriculture. This initiative will not only protect the environment but also foster social integration in rural areas and ensure communities have access to safe and healthy food.
Erik Baghdasaryan, FAR’s Economic and Community Development Manager and a key figure in the project, is more than optimistic about this transformative impact. “Today, we are opening more than a Smart Agricultural Center; we are taking an important step toward delivering quality agricultural education in the Syunik region,” he shared during the official opening ceremony. “We’re thrilled to see how our investment in this center has already attracted additional support and expanded the scope of activities.”
Thanks to FAR’s investment, the project now includes a modern smart livestock facility, an organic feed production plant, as well as essential infrastructure like fencing and a sewage system.
The initiative was made possible through the generous support of Atesian Family, in collaboration with the Armenian National Agrarian University and the Strategic Development Agency with an aim to enhance agricultural education in the Syunik region by creating hands-on opportunities for knowledge transfer and practical application.
Recently, the livestock barn welcomed eight pedigree cows of the “Schwitz” and “Holstein” breeds, donated by the Strategic Development Agency, which gave birth to calves just 20 days ago.
FAR’s commitment to creating positive change in Sisian dates back to 2021 with the launch of the Support for the Artsakh Displaced project. Since then, FAR has implemented numerous initiatives focused on economic development, including support for local and displaced entrepreneurs. FAR has also worked tirelessly to create a nurturing educational environment for young students, introducing agricultural extracurricular groups, STEM initiatives, and agro-focused master classes to inspire the next generation to embrace sustainable farming and advance agro-education development.
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