02 Apr
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Yogurt-Making Course for MAVETA Project Partner Colleges

Within the framework of the Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia (MAVETA) project, a yogurt-making course was held on March 28 in the Syunik region for students from the Sisian branch of ANAU and Goris State Agricultural College, both partner VET institutions of the project.

The course was led by Swiss cheesemaker and consultant Hans Knussel, who provided hands-on training for students specializing in milk and dairy technology.

Participants gained practical knowledge on producing high-quality yogurt, selecting the right raw materials, understanding the fermentation process, and ensuring food safety standards.

The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC.

The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).

02 Apr
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IADAAM “Agri-food Value Chain Analysis” Training

On April 1st, “Agri-food Value Chain Analysis” training successfully took place within the framework of the “Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir Marzes” (IADAAM) program. The training aimed at enhancing and strengthening the knowledge of the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia (MoE) agricultural departments’ employees.

The course was led by IADAAM’s international value chain expert, Dario Cassamisi, who presented the key elements of agri-food value chain analysis, strategic tools, and their practical application methodology.

During the training, participants explored the essential tools and strategic approaches for value chain analysis, including:

✅ Concepts and international frameworks of agri-food value chain analysis,

✅ Key steps and methodology of value chain analysis (IADAAM-VCA),

✅ Application of strategic tools such as SWOT, PESTEL, Porter’s Diamond, and Boston Matrix,

✅ Data collection, mapping, and analysis of the value chain,

✅ Value chain modernization strategies and investment opportunities,

✅ Action planning.

Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir marzes (IADAAM) project, financed through the European Union (EU) with implementation by the French Development Agency (AFD) is an integrated initiative aimed at transforming irrigated agriculture in Armenia.

Within IADAAM project a technical assistance component is implemented jointly by Agriconsulting Europe S.A, Avenue Consulting Group, Strategic Development Agency NGO and 3R Strategy LLC consortium and aims to provide institutional support to the Ministry of Economy (MoE) in the formulation of agricultural policies and reforms in priority areas, provide technical support to the MoE in the implementing project activities, ensure communication and reporting for the IADAAM project.

02 Apr
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Amadeus Air Ticketing System Certificate Awarding Ceremony within the framework of RECONOMY project

The Armenian Tourism Federation held a certificate awarding ceremony for participants of the Amadeus Air Ticketing System second short-term training course on April 1st, at Sedrak Mamoulyan’s culinary studio.

During the course technical support was provided by RECONOMY’s “Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness” project.

The graduates were welcomed and wished success in their work by Narek Khachatryan, “Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness” project officer, and Mekhak Apresyan, president of the Armenian Tourism Federation.

The certificate awarding ceremony was followed by a discussion regarding the importance of the role of national cuisine in the tourism sector between Sedrak Mamulyan, President of the “Development and Preservation of Armenian Culinary Traditions” NGO and the graduates, during which they enjoyed national and traditional dishes.

It is worth noting that specialists trained in the Amadeus Air Ticketing System will be well-positioned for employment in tourism-related organizations requiring expertise in reservation systems.

RECONOMY is an inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by Helvetas in partnership with the Strategic Development Agency NGO and others in the Eastern Partnership and Western Balkan countries.

01 Apr
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IADAAM Value Chain Experts Visit Armavir: Strengthening Fruit & Vegetable Exports

“Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir marzes” (IADAAM) Project’s value chain international expert Dario Caccamisi, along with national experts Lilit Petrosyan and Tigran Hakhnazaryan, accompanied by IADAAM Project AEST Coordinator Vardan Hambardzumyan, visited Armavir, engaging with key players in the region’s fruit, vegetable, and dried fruit transportation and export sector. During the visit, our experts met with exporters, logistics companies, and farmers to discuss challenges and solutions in transportation, storage, and global market access.

Key discussions focused on:

✅ Supply Chain Optimization – Streamlining logistics to ensure fresh and high-quality products reach international markets efficiently.

✅ Export Market Expansion – Identifying new opportunities for local producers to compete on a global scale.

✅ Sustainability & Innovation – Implementing modern practices to enhance product quality and shelf life.

By fostering collaboration and innovation, IADAAM aims to support Armavir’s agricultural sector in reaching new heights.

Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir marzes (IADAAM) project, financed through the European Union (EU) with implementation by the French Development Agency (AFD) is an integrated initiative aimed at transforming irrigated agriculture in Armenia.

Within IADAAM project a technical assistance component is implemented jointly by Agriconsulting Europe S.A, Avenue Consulting Group, Strategic Development Agency NGO and 3R Strategy LLC consortium and aims to provide institutional support to the Ministry of Economy (MoE) in the formulation of agricultural policies and reforms in priority areas, provide technical support to the MoE in the implementing project activities, ensure communication and reporting for the IADAAM project.

01 Apr
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Master Class on Cottage Cheese and Cream Cheese Production for MAVETA Project Partners

Within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project, a practical training course was held on March 26-27 at the SIS ALP dairy factory, a project partner. The course was conducted by Swiss cheesemaker and consultant Hans Knussel.

The training brought together lecturers from Goris State Agricultural College and the Sisian branch of the Armenian National Agrarian University, as well as representatives of the project’s private dairy sector partners in Syunik.

Hans Knussel introduced participants to the production process of cottage cheese and cream cheeses, focusing on their preparation under Armenian conditions and key quality management measures.

The course concluded with a tasting session, where participants sampled a similar cheese brought from Switzerland.

We would like to thank MAVETA’s private sector partner SIS ALP for providing their production space and organizing a proper reception.

The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC.

The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).

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