Climate Smart Agriculture
Youth Action for Sustainable Future (YASF)
Youth Action for Sustainable Future (YASF) has received the EBL Climate Change Action Award for its innovative floating pond farming project in Mehediganj. This region faces frequent flooding that often washes away traditional fish stocks and destroys local livelihoods. To solve this crisis the organization introduced climate resilient structures built from bamboo and unused drums. These floating platforms keep fish nets secure during tidal surges and heavy monsoons. Additionally, farmers grow vegetables like bottle gourd on top of these structures to create a dual production system. This low-cost model reduces construction expenses by seventy percent compared to concrete embankments. Results show that fish survival rates have increased significantly since the implementation of this project. The initiative provides a scalable and sustainable solution for flood prone communities across Bangladesh. By empowering local farmers and youth volunteers the project ensures year-round food security and economic stability in vulnerable areas.
This low-cost and locally led approach substantially improves resilience, food security, and livelihood stability in flood-affected communities.
- Md Hanif, President, YASF
