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The Nurseries of Hope 2030

Published : June 3, 2020

 

As the crisis in Yemen enters its sixth year, the agriculture sector has become one of the worst hit by the current crisis. Agricultural assets have been lost, destroyed, or degraded, severely comprising food production, causing extensive damage to livelihoods and high unemployment rates.

Agriculture remains the main source of livelihoods for the majority of Yemenis, living in rural areas. Long-term interventions towards improving food security and strengthening the resilience of vulnerable rural households while restoring the agriculture sector of the country is of utmost importance.

The rural and mountainous area of Manakhah in specific saw a decrease in agricultural production, worsening – already severe – poverty among villagers. 

This two-year project thus aims to improve the livelihoods of local farmers and communities in Manakhah district, Yemen by restoring coffee farming in the region. The project will support farmers and communities in setting up and running a coffee plantation business. 

A plant nursery to produce coffee seedlings will be built. Ready for planting coffee seedlings will be distributed to 619 inhabitants of the surrounding villages free of charge in order they could start the agricultural business. The project will indirectly benefit 4147  people in the region.

The other part of the tree production will be sold at an affordable price in order to keep the nursery activity going.

Some figures: 

  • Nursery of hope 2030 N°1
    • 30,000 fruit trees 
  • Nursery of Hope 2030 N°2. Generously supported by the Swiss cities of Geneva, Bernex and Le Grand-Saconnex. 
    • + 4 greenhouses 
    • 83 000 coffee trees produced 
    • 64’021 coffee trees distributed free to 619 people (219 men and 400 women) in 2020
    • 192 063 m2 of land reforested

This special celebration was more than just raising a cup; it was a journey of discovery, tracing the story that begins with a tiny bean nurtured in fertile mountain soil and ends with a cup that carries joy, inspiration, and community.

 

Under the theme “The Magical Journey… From Bean to Cup,” the event highlighted coffee as a global symbol of unity — a bridge connecting cultures, stories, and people across continents.

 

Each coffee bean represents dedication, craftsmanship, and passion — from the farmer’s care to the barista’s artistry.

 

One of the event’s most memorable moments was the engaging presence of barista and coffee expert Ammar Al-Ahlasi, who filled the room with enthusiasm and the irresistible aroma of freshly brewed coffee.

 

He came not just to serve coffee, but to share knowledge and unveil the secrets behind this enchanting beverage.

 

Ammar emphasized that brewing coffee is both an art and a ritual — from choosing the right grind size to controlling the water temperature and mastering the pouring technique. Every detail matters.

 

Each drop of water that touches the ground extracts not just flavor, but also a story, a feeling, and a sense of connection — creating a cup that nourishes the soul as much as the senses.

 

In closing, the Y30closing, the Y30 Association, in collaboration with the Y30 Institute, affirmed that this event was more than just a celebration — it was a heartfelt tribute to the timeless values that coffee embodies: dedication, creativity, and human connection.

 

Every cup tells a journey — from the earth to the heart — reminding us that coffee is not merely a beverage, but a way of life.