The El Mira Research Center of AGROSAVIA Successfully Concludes the Rural Youth Project in the Nariño Pacific Region

Tumaco, Nariño. December 3, 2025. AGROSAVIA's El Mira Research Center carried out the closing of the project Rural Youth in the Nariño Pacific Region, an initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development aimed at strengthening training, leadership, and innovation among rural youth, promoting their territorial rootedness and the construction of a sustainable future in their communities.

The project promoted the development of Productive Pedagogical Projects (PPP) and training in sustainable entrepreneurship, benefiting students, teachers, and administrators of rural educational institutions in the municipalities of El Charco, Olaya Herrera, Francisco Pizarro, Barbacoas, and Tumaco.

 

First session: El Charco, Nariño

The kick-off session was held at the El Hormiguero Educational Institution, where young participants presented the results of their learning experiences focused on strengthening productive, sustainable, and entrepreneurial capacities. The event was attended by representatives of the Municipal Secretariat of Agriculture and community leaders, who highlighted the institutional coordination achieved throughout the process.

 

Second session: Olaya Herrera, Nariño

In an atmosphere of culture, joy, and gratitude, the Río Sanquianga Agricultural Educational Institution, located in the village of La Herradura, became the setting for a celebration showcasing the talent and traditions of the Colombian Pacific. Students presented décimas, dances, and folkloric performances, reflecting the region's cultural richness and the project's positive impact on strengthening local capacities.

Third and fourth sessions: Francisco Pizarro and Barbacoas

The third session took place at the La Playa Agroecological Educational Institution in the municipality of Francisco Pizarro. At the same time, the fourth meeting was held at the Diviso Technical Agricultural Educational Institution (IETABA) in Barbacoas. Students presented dances and folkloric displays reflecting the cultural richness of the AWA people. The main achievements of the PPPs, which focused on environmental sustainability and agricultural innovation, were also shared.

 

Final closing: Tumaco, Nariño

The closing cycle concluded at the IEBATAP Educational Institution in the district of Llorente (Tumaco), where the PPP on Swine Farming was presented. During the event, a biodigester for the sustainable use of swine manure was handed over, promoting cleaner and more environmentally responsible agricultural practices.

The event was attended by strategic partners, including SENA and ICA, who supported this training, innovation, and rural development process for the benefit of the youth of the Nariño Pacific region.

 

Commitment to the territory

The Rural Youth project leaves behind a legacy of young leaders, teachers, and partners committed to the productive and sustainable transformation of the territory, reaffirming AGROSAVIA's and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development's commitment to creating opportunities in rural Colombia.