FSM GCF Food Security Project

FSM GCF Food Security Project “Climate-resilient food security for farming households across the Federated States of Micronesia”

The GCF project “Climate-resilient food security for farming households across the Federated States of Micronesia” (SAP020, approved March 2021) is a multi-year project starting in January 2022 and is the first comprehensive national effort to focus on increasing the resilience of FSM’s most vulnerable communities to food insecurity in the face of climate change. The project targets all households

in the FSM high islands undertaking some form of farming approximately 68,250 direct beneficiaries (across the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) with 63% of HHs conducting some form of agriculture and forestry).

GCF SAP020 Project- 2026 State visit to Yap!A Three-Day Look at Project Progress, Coordination, and Community Activities...
18/08/2026

GCF SAP020 Project- 2026 State visit to Yap!

A Three-Day Look at Project Progress, Coordination, and Community Activities.

Goal:
To review implementation progress, address bottlenecks, and develop a detailed implementation plan for completing all remaining project activities within the remaining implementation period.

Day 1 – Consultation with Yap State
The MCT Senior Technical Advisor, along with the Project Management Unit (PMU) staff, met with the Yap State R&D Deputy Director, Yap State Coordinator, Farmers Association of Yap and its representatives, Agriculture staff, and the Yap CRE Coordinator. The consultation focused on reviewing project implementation and discussing the way forward for the remaining activities.

Day 2 – Project Progress Presentations
The MCT Senior Technical Advisor and PMU staff joined the State Coordinator, Ms. Tiningmow, and CRE Yap Coordinator, Ms. Viviancella, as they presented updates on component progress, challenges, and key responsibilities. Each presentation was followed by further clarification and discussion among the group.

Day 3 – Community Project Site Visits
The MCT Senior Technical Advisor and PMU staff visited community project sites at Thabeth, Makiy, Thol, and Bael Elementary School. The site visits provided an opportunity to see the project activities at the community level.

The activities provided an opportunity for the project team and Yap State partners to review progress, discuss challenges, and strengthen coordination toward completing the remaining project activities.





Another opportunity
13/08/2026

Another opportunity

FSM Food Security Newsletter, July 2026 – Volume 11Another month of action and progress toward stronger food security ac...
13/08/2026

FSM Food Security Newsletter, July 2026 – Volume 11

Another month of action and progress toward stronger food security across FSM!

We are delighted to share our July Newsletter, Volume 11. Read it to learn more about what’s happening across FSM through the GCF Food Security Project. Let’s continue working together to strengthen food security across FSM!








Kosrae Communities Working Together to Strengthen Food Security!On July 21-23, 2026, the FSM's Climate-Resilient Food Se...
06/08/2026

Kosrae Communities Working Together to Strengthen Food Security!

On July 21-23, 2026, the FSM's Climate-Resilient Food Security Project (funded by GCF, SAP020) conducted a three-day monitoring visit to Kosrae, bringing together farmers, community leaders, state government representatives, and project partners to review progress and plan the next steps for project implementation.

During the visit, the project team met with the Kosrae Farmers' Association (KFA), Cooperative Research Extension (CRE), and the Department of Resources and Economic Affairs (DREA) to receive updates, exchange ideas, and strengthen partnerships. Together, they developed a work plan to guide upcoming project activities and agreed to continue close coordination through regular meetings.

The team also visited farms and demonstration sites in Tafunsak, Lelu, Malem, and Utwe to assess site conditions, confirm readiness for project activities, and discuss next steps with local partners. These visits helped ensure preparations are underway to support the successful establishment of demonstration sites and strengthen collaboration with farming communities.

The project team remains committed to working alongside communities across Kosrae to improve food security, strengthen local agriculture, and support farming families in adapting to climate change impacts. The project team thanks all participants for their time, contributions, and continued commitment toward the success of the project.




Project Update in Yap! On July 8–10, 2026, the GCF SAP020 Project conducted Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and Food Proces...
30/07/2026

Project Update in Yap!

On July 8–10, 2026, the GCF SAP020 Project conducted Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and Food Processing and Preservation trainings for farmer group members at the SBDC Conference Center in Yap. The three-day training brought together members from Makiy Community, Miginigad Family Group, Ifalug Female Alliance, Farmers Time Group, Minninarow Group, Tanebiyqoch Group, Luwech Women Association, Thabeth Men & Women Organization, Gardenia Research, and Thol Community.

The morning sessions focused on Invasive Alien Species (IAS), where GEF6 trainers delivered presentations and discussions on invasive plants and insects, their pathways of introduction, control methods, appropriate chemicals for eradication, and safety measures for avoiding contact with invasive species.

The afternoon sessions focused on Food Processing and Preservation, where participants learned the training requirements and protocols for conducting community trainings. They also demonstrated drying methods, showcasing each step involved in preparing staple crops for preservation and cooking.

Through these trainings, the GCF SAP020 Project continues to strengthen local knowledge and practical skills, empowering farmer groups to apply and share climate-resilient practices within their communities.





Project Update in Yap! On June 30, 2026, the GCF SAP020 Project met with farmer group representatives and the IAS traine...
30/07/2026

Project Update in Yap!

On June 30, 2026, the GCF SAP020 Project met with farmer group representatives and the IAS trainer at the DAF Conference Room in Yap to strengthen preparations for upcoming project activities. The meeting focused on three key priorities:

1) Planning for the upcoming Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and Food Processing and Preservation trainings scheduled for July 7–10, 2026.

2) Preparing farmer group representatives to undergo the Food Processing and Preservation training, with a focus on drying methods, so they can lead similar trainings within their own communities over the following two months.

3) Reviewing each farmer group's Local Vendor Grant (LVG) draft contracts to ensure they were accurate, complete, and aligned with their respective proposals before finalization.

These collaborative discussions are an important step in building local capacity, strengthening community knowledge, and supporting climate-resilient food security across Yap.




28/07/2026

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KAMORALE Expo, July 22, 2026The Food Security Project was proud to participate in the Expo in celebration of the Interna...
23/07/2026

KAMORALE Expo, July 22, 2026

The Food Security Project was proud to participate in the Expo in celebration of the International Day.

Our booth welcomed visitors to learn more about the Food Security Project, our goals, and the activities we are carrying out to strengthen food security in our communities. It was a great opportunity to connect with people, answer questions, and share how the project is making a difference.

As a token of our appreciation, we gave away Food Security Project T-shirts, brochures, stickers, banana chips and water bottles to everyone who stopped by our booth.

A big thank you to everyone who visited, supported us, and took the time to learn more about our work. Your interest and encouragement mean a lot, and we look forward to continuing this journey together!




Also on July 10, 2026, another GCF Food Processing and Preservation Demonstration was conducted in Nett, Meitik at 3:00 ...
15/07/2026

Also on July 10, 2026, another GCF Food Processing and Preservation Demonstration was conducted in Nett, Meitik at 3:00 PM.

The demonstration was facilitated by Mrs. Bernolina Hedson, who showcased practical food processing and preservation techniques to help participants reduce food waste, extend the shelf life of locally produced foods, and promote household food security through the sustainable use of local resources.

Thank you to Mrs. Bernolina Hedson and all the participants for your active participation and commitment to strengthening food security and building more climate-resilient communities.





Community outreach activities continued on July 10, 2026, with a GCF Food Processing and Preservation Training held in N...
15/07/2026

Community outreach activities continued on July 10, 2026, with a GCF Food Processing and Preservation Training held in Nett, Eirke.

The training was facilitated by Trainer Mrs. Swihner Sultan, who shared practical food processing and preservation techniques to help participants reduce food waste, extend the shelf life of locally produced foods, and strengthen household food security through the sustainable use of local resources.

Thank you to Trainer Mrs. Swihner Sultan and all the participants for your active participation and commitment to strengthening food security and building more climate-resilient communities.





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