29 Apr
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“Veterinary medicine for a healthy society” conference dedicated to Veterinarian Day

Strategic Development Agency NGO and the RA Food Safety Inspectorate collaborated to host regional conferences titled “Veterinary Medicine for a Healthy Society” in Shirak Region on April 26 and in Syunik Region on April 23. These events aimed to recognize the vital role of veterinarians in agricultural advancement and to inspire their continued dedication.

The International Day of Veterinarians has been celebrated at the state level in the Republic of Armenia already for 5 years.

This year, the event was organized with the support of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project.

The Governor of Shirak, Mushegh Muradyan, greeted the participants of the event hold in Shirak and congratulated them on the occasion of the Veterinary Day. “I must state that veterinary medicine is one of the most important spheres, the health of an animal is directly proportional to the human’s health. It is undeniable that animal husbandry continues to be an important means of livelihood for the residents of the communities of Shirak region. Therefore, the role of a knowledgeable specialist in providing medical care to animals is priceless.”

Mr. Muradyan was followed by the greetings of Sona Tsarukyan, Deputy Head of the RA Food Safety Inspectorate, Garnik Hovhannisyan, Director of the Agricultural Services Center of the RA Ministry of Economy, and Lilit Hovhannisyan, the representative of Strategic Development Agency NGO, the MAVETA project manager. In her speech, Lilit Hovhannisyan highlighted the role of young veterinarians in the development of agriculture and outlined the benefits and features of the dual education method introduced by the MAVETA project.

Areg Sarukhanyan, a veterinarian of Strategic Development Agency NGO, and Arevik Abovyan, the dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Husbandry of the Armenian National Agrarian University, presented the importance of the veterinary profession, sectoral problems and possible solutions. Areg Sarukhanyan briefly mentioned the initiatives undertaken by Strategic Development Agency NGO to enhance the sector.

The events wrapped up with an active discussion followed by the screening of a movie created in collaboration with veterinarians.

19 Apr
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A study visit for school pupils was organized to the lead farm owned by “Vahan Grigoryan” PE.

On November 17, Strategic Development Agency NGO, in collaboration with the Stepanavan State Agricultural College, organized a study visit to the lead farm of “Vahan Grigoryan” PE in the framework of the MAVETA project for pupils from Stepanavan School No. 6.

The aim of this visit was to introduce the agricultural specialties piloted through dual education programs at the college, the specification and opportunities of dual education approach.

During the visit, Artur Titanyan, the veterinarian of the farm, provided insights into the veterinary profession, talked about the profession’s importance, existing demand in the market and aging out of the veterinary profession.  Mr. Titanyan made a tour in the farm and answered to the pupils’ questions.

The meeting was also attended by the career consultant of the Stepanavan State Agricultural College and the relevant teachers who presented the college, the educational program and taught professions.

The pupils had the chance get acquainted with the behavior of different pedigree animals, the organization of milking process and the modern agricultural machines and equipment used in the farm.

17 Apr
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Visit of the Deputy Regional Director of Swiss Cooperation South Caucasus Ursula Läubli to Strategic Development Agency NGO

The newly appointed Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Switzerland in Armenia and Deputy Regional Director of Swiss Cooperation South Caucasus Ursula Läubli starts her assignment in Armenia with meetings with the representatives of key partner organizations driving flagship development projects funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) in Armenia.

Ms. Läubli was accompanied to the meetings by her predecessor, Mr. Werner Thut.

As per the scheduled agenda, a visit was conducted to the office of Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO, where a meeting took place with Mkrtich Ayvazyan, the chairman of the organization and Karen Manvelyan, the Director of WWF Armenia. During the meeting “Living Landscapes for Market Development in Armenia” (LILA) project, the ongoing project’s interventions and planned activities were discussed.

15 Apr
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“Farming as business” course for beginning farmers of Lori marz

In order to promote self-employment, Strategic Development Agency NGO within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia (MAVETA) project on March 26th, one-month practical course and consultation on the topic “Farming as business” was launched for individuals who has started farming in Lori region, in order to improve their business planning, management and decision-making skills.

During the training, farmers learned how to plan and establish a farm, manage effectively with limited resources, research markets, increase income, and analyze the “data” of operations.

Following the training session, participants will be provided with personalized professional guidance and business consultations aimed at crafting farm development strategies tailored to their needs. This assistance will focus on facilitating the transition of their farming activities from the family level to the structured business model.

15 Apr
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Presentation and Discussion of Veterinary Learning Assignments/Tasks with the participation of Goris Agricultural College MAVETA Project Partners

On April 11, 2024 “Strategic Development Agency” (SDA) NGO, organized a workshop on presentation and discussion of veterinary learning assignments with the participation of teachers and students of Goris Agricultural College and veterinarians within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project.

Lilit Beglaryan, the Adviser of SDA MAVETA Project made a speech of welcome and emphasized the importance of the cooperation of the structures present at the workshop as the key of successful implementation of dual education.

Afterwards, Mikael Haykuni, Veterinarian/Expert from Strategic Development Agency NGO, presented the participants with practical assignments/tasks of dual education in Veterinary profession which were developed with the support of experts from the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).The expert also mentioned the significance of documents as a tool to be applied during collaboration among apprentice, teacher and employer. The teachers of the college and mentors actively discussed each learning assignment and, based on the discussion, it was suggested to revise them according to the curriculum modules.

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