Actively Implementing an Agricultural Climate Information Delivery Chain through the ToT Program in the Van-KIRAP Project

The Vanuatu Klaemet Infomesen blong Redy, Adapt mo Protekt (Van-KIRAP) project, funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), aims to enhance climate resilience in Vanuatu through sustainable climate information services. At its core is the OSCAR (tailOred System for Climate services for AgRiculture) system, which provides actionable climate data to support decision-making in agriculture. To ensure sustainable management, the project implemented a Training of Trainers (ToT) program for key Vanuatu stakeholders, including government officials and agricultural extension workers. The program included a four-week intensive training in South Korea, focusing on OSCAR’s operation, climate dynamics, agricultural impacts of climate change, and the generation of Agrometeorological Bulletins for farmers. This initiative enabled participants to independently manage OSCAR while fostering innovative ideas for its expansion and improvement. Key outcomes included enhanced capacity to integrate climate data into agricultural practices, develop tailored advisory services, and ensure the system’s long-term sustainability. Moving forward, the project emphasizes collaboration with women’s organizations and NGOs to promote gender equity and inclusion in climate adaptation efforts. Expanding OSCAR’s reach to marginalized communities and fostering broader stakeholder engagement will further amplify its impact. Van-KIRAP showcases a participatory approach to building sustainable climate services, offering a replicable model for other vulnerable regions.