Beans, fresh vegetables, and organic poultry: about ten producers from western Cameroon have set up shop in Yaoundé to sell directly to consumers. This initiative, led by SAILD and CPF Bandjoun, aims to promote access to healthy and sustainable food.
On September 26, 2026, the esplanade of the SAILD General Secretariat in Elig-Essono was transformed into a veritable sanctuary for the land. For the fifth edition of the Yaoundé organic market, organized by the Mbouo-Bandjoun Multipurpose Training Center (CPF Bandjoun), the richness of agroecological production in Western Cameroon was showcased. This event powerfully reaffirmed that agroecology is the most appropriate response to contemporary climate and food challenges.
Agroecology in the spotlight: showcasing the diversity of local areas
Beans, cassava, taro, bananas, lettuce, fennel, honey, vegetables, potatoes, Chinese potatoes, cucumbers, melons, plantains, avocados, corn, and freshly harvested carrots, not to mention organic broiler chickens, adorned this exhibition. Visible at the stands, these #agroecological products embody the fruit of work respectful of natural balances.
Far removed from intensive methods that deplete the soil, the agroecology advocated here values local biodiversity and crop rotation. Each product reflects ancestral know-how combined with sustainable modern techniques, guaranteeing healthy, nutritious food free from chemicals harmful to human health and the environment.
Direct contact: freeing producers from intermediaries
Beyond simply being a trade fair, this event placed people at the heart of the agricultural economy. Around ten producers traveled from their production areas to meet directly with organic food enthusiasts in the capital.
The stated objective of this approach is twofold: to sell directly to farmers, ensuring fair compensation while maintaining affordable prices, and to
demonstrate concretely that local organic farming exists, is well-structured, and accessible to urban households. This short supply chain restores the true value of working the land.
Committing to the future of our food sovereignty
By establishing itself in the heart of Yaoundé, the Bandjoun Agricultural Training Center (CPF Bandjoun) demonstrates through this initiative that the agroecological transition is underway in Cameroon. To ensure the sustainability of these gains, it is essential to expand these development spaces and strengthen support for family farms. Agroecology is not just an alternative production method; it is a societal choice that guarantees the sustainability of our resources and the health of future generations.
