Existence of cohesive women farmer groups (particularly women “kafoos”) should also be taken into consideration. 6.0 6.1 Table 2: Evaluation Matrix of Impact Significance PROJECT ACTIVITIES IMPACT ON PROVISION OF FERTILIZERS PROVISION OF SEEDS PROVISION OF EQUIPMENT SEED STORE REHABILITATION SEED MULTIPLICATION P H Y S I C A L Surface Water Quality -2 -1 -1 -1 Ground Water Quality -1 -1 0 0 -1 Air Quality -1 0 -1 -1 0 Soil +2 +1 -2 0 -1 Noise 0 0 -1 0 0 Sedimentation Downstream 0 -1 -2 0 -2 Road Infrastructure 0 0 0 0 0 B I O L O G I C A L Aquatic Ecosystem -2 -1 -1 0 -2 Terrestrial Ecosystem 0 -1 -1 0 -1 Wildlife -1 0 -1 0 -1 Forest -1 -1 0 0 0 Fisheries -1 -1 0 0 0 S O C I O E C Agriculture +2 +2 +2 +2 +2 Land Ownership / land use 0 -1 -1 0 0 Employment +2 +2 +2 -1 +2 Communication 0 0 0 0 0 Energy 0 0 0 0 0 Education +2 +2 +2 0 0 Livestock +2 +2 -1 0 0
7.1 Fertilizer Distribution and use Table 3: Negative impacts and corresponding mitigation, monitoring, time and budget for fertilizer distribution and use Activity Negative Impacts Mitigation Measures Responsible for mitigation Responsible for monitoring Period Budget Transportation Local air pollution Use enclosed trucks / cover fertilizer stocks NGOs / RADs PCU During transport As part of transporter’s budget Storage Minimal local air pollution Store seeds away from dwellings and stored food DADOs / VDCs RAD Before distribution application Pollution of surface water due to runoff and improper application 1a. Train farmers and extension worker on the right application rates and contour farming 1b. Good farming techniques to be utilised by farmers Equitable and fair distribution of inputs. 1a. SWMU / DADOs / VDCs 1b. Farmers 2. VDCs NEA / RADs / DWR 1b. VADPs Before distribution During use As part of ESMF implementation budget
Community stability - dissatisfaction of some farmers Community ownership of inputs and targeting of groups rather than individuals. Practice traditional conflict resolution systems. RADs Before / during distribution 7.2 Seed Distribution and use Table 4: Negative impacts and corresponding mitigation, monitoring, time and budget for seed distribution and use Activity Impacts Mitigation measures Responsible for mitigation Responsible for monitoring Period Budget Storage Minimal Local air pollution due to potential use of seed dressing chemicals Proper ventilation of seed stores Store away from dwellings and stored food DADOs / VDCs / VADPs RAD / PPS / NEA During construction During operation As part of ESMF implementation budget Field Use Encroachment into sensitive areas 2a. Land use and land tenure conflicts especially vulnerable groups such as women 2b. Community stability- dissatisfaction of some farmers Training of farmers and extension workers on the community forest concepts Equitable and fair distribution of inputs. Community ownership of inputs and targeting group rather than individuals. Practice traditional conflict resolution systems. 1. Regional Forestry Officers/ / VDCs 2. VDCs 3. PPS NEA / RADs RADs NEA Before distribution Before / during distribution
Use of illegal pesticides and improper use and storage of pesticides Training on integrated pest management and the safe use of pesticides. by the Pest Management Plan of The Gambia. 7.3 Equipment distribution and use Table 5: Negative impacts and corresponding mitigation, monitoring, time and budget for equipment distribution and use Activity Impacts Mitigation measures Responsible for mitigation Responsible for monitoring Period Budget Use Encourage soil erosion Indirect impact on surface quality Impede movement of livestock due to gullies Accidents 1 - 3 Training on soil and water conservation techniques for farmers to be able to avoid soil degradation 4.Training on safe use and maintenance of equipment for safe and efficient operation of equipment 1 -3 SWMU / DADOs / VAPDs 4.Agricultural Engineering Services 1-3. PCU / RAD 4.RAD Before distribution As part of ESMF implementation budget Maintenance Disposal of used oil Disposal of used spare parts Spillage of hydrocarbons e.g. fuel Inadequate resources and capacity for sustainable maintenance Avoid disposal into or near water bodies Collect for recycling Regular preventive maintenance; accidental spillage near bodies must be immediately cleaned Sensitization on the need for continuous Farmers Farmers Farmers Agricultural Engineering Unit / RADs / NGOs VDCs & farmers to VADPs / NEA VADPs / NEA / NEA RADs / PCU During operation
maintenance and develop mechanisms for generating income for maintenance and operation maintain equipment After distribution 7.4 Seed Stores Table 6: Negative impacts and corresponding mitigation for rehabilitation of seed stores Activity impacts Mitigation measures Responsible for mitigation Responsible for monitoring Period Budget Partial Demolition air pollution 2.Waste generation Wetting Appropriate disposal as advised by NEA Use of pressed bricks 3 Contractor / control firm 3 NEA / PCU During construction 2-3 As part of budget for seed rehabilitation Construction 1.Source of raw materials – sand gravel wood 2.Importation of workers mainly from the Greater Banjul Area 1.Collection of sand, gravel and wood only from approved designated sites / sources 2. Use local workers, particularly unskilled 1.Contractor 2.Contractor 1.NEA / PCU 2.PCU Before During As part of budget for seed store rehabilitation Operation 1.Pest infestation 2.Health effects if close proximity to residences 1.Construction of impervious pest prove (floor, walls and ceiling) 1.Contractor 2. PPS / 1. NEA / PCU / PPS 2. NEA / PCU Plan before works Before 1.As part of budget for seed store rehabilitation 2. ESMF implementation budget
2.Train the VDCs or store keeper on the proper operation of stores 7.5 Seed multiplication Table 7: Negative impacts and corresponding mitigation for seed multiplication activities Activity impacts Mitigation measures Responsible for mitigation Responsible for monitoring Period Budget Construction / rehabilitation of centres, stores and drying floors 1.Construction materials 2.Waste generation 1.Collection of sand, gravel and wood only from approved designated sites / sources 2. Appropriate disposal as advised by NEA 3. use of pressed bricks – 3 Contractor 1 – 3 NEA / PCU Before / During construction As part of budget for seed production and supply Installation of irrigation facilities Boreholes – ground water quantity Provide water for the users of wells close to the boreholes if their water supply is affected NARI DWR Before activities As part of budget for seed production and supply Provision of machines and tools 1.Waste oil generation 2.Soil conservation issues Appropriate disposal as advised by NEA 2.Training on soil and water conservation techniques for participating members of the Seed Growers Association to be able to avoid soil degradation 1.NARI 2.SWMU / NARI / Seed Growers 1.NEA 2.SWMU Before / During construction and operation 1.As part of contractor’s budget 2.As part of ESMF implementation budget Operation 1.Maintenance issues 2.Improper use of agrochemical The need for continuous maintenance 1.NARI PCU PCU / NARI to During / before construction and operation 1.As part of budget for seed
9: Monitoring Programme including budget Institution Monitoring activity Timeline Recommended frequency Requirements Proposed budget ($) National Environment Agency Field visits by Regional Officers to check if mitigation measures are being implemented Monitoring evaluations by senior NEA Programme Officers from NEA Headquarters to check on regional activities Whole duration of the project. August 2010 and February 2011 recommended for monitoring evaluations For all five regions: monthly visits per district plus screening visits Two during project Logistics for field visits including Geographical Information Systems and mapping expenses, fuel, communications, report preparations, allowances etc. As above (12mths x 5 regions x $180) 10,800.00 (2 x $600) 1,200.00 GEAPP Project Coordination Unit Field visits to check if mitigation measures they are to monitor are being implemented Whole duration of the project At least monthly visits and sites to be visited based on progress of implementation Logistics for field visits such as fuel, communications, report preparations, and allowances etc. As part of PCU M&E budget Regional Agricultural Directorates to cover RADs include RADs, VADPs, SWMU and PPS regional specialists Field visits to check if mitigation measures they are to monitor are being implemented including screening by the VADPs Whole duration of the project Based on project implementation, monthly district visits by RADs and PPS / SWMU technical specialists; Weekly farm visits by VADPs for each region Logistics for field visits such as fuel, communications, report preparations, and allowances etc. (12mths x 5 regions x $180) 10,800.00 52wks x 5 regions x $35.4 9,200.00 National Agricultural Research Institute Monitor seed growers in techniques used During multiplication of registered seeds At least 3 inspections per cropping season Logistics for field visits such as fuel, communications, and allowances etc. As part of ‘operational budget’ for seed production and supply / PCU M&E budget
Independent environmental auditor Independent audit to evaluate status of ESMF implementation assessing all stakeholders with ESMF implementation responsibilities End of October 2010 is recommended to allow time for improvement if needed Once Consultancy including professional fees, trekking logistics and report preparation 4,000.00 Department of Water Resources Water quality sampling At the project beginning for baseline and during project implementation. July 2010 and February 2011 recommended Two sampling sessions of: 2 samples per district to be chosen in collaboration with NEA and SWMU plus strategic sites at each of the 3 seed multiplication centres. Reagents and analysis for nitrogen, potassium, sodium, coliforms,and dissolved oxygen. (2 samples x 10 districts + 3 centres) x 2 times = 46 x $45 2070.00 2 X $465 930.00 Joint team (DADOs, VADPs & NEA Regional Officers) headed by NEA Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides Programme Officer Inventory of all 35 seed stores to be rehabilitated Before construction commences One inventory Logistics for site visits, protective gears, allowances for 10 days US$1,800.00 TOTAL US$40,800.00
Table 10: Training and sensitisation programme Target group Training / sensitisation Duration Frequency Time Provider Budget (US$) DADOs VADPs CDA NEA Regional POs NEA Regional EIs PCU M&E Officers Environmental laws Importance and implementation of the ESMF Monitoring and reporting Sensitisation / awareness raising requirements Guidance on all mitigation measures and good practice Related community development issues for improvement including conflict prevention / resolution Collaboration with similar projects to avoid conflict and duplication 2 days Two workshops at the beginning of Project 1st week June 2010 Technical experts from NEA, SWMU, PPS, PCU, NARI 8,000.00 Farmers and VDC members Guidance on all mitigation measures General community development issues A day At least three times during Project duration From June 2010 throughout the project duration for different villages 10,000.00 TOTAL 18,000.00
ANNEX 4: Environmental and social screening checklist PROJECT ACTIVITIES IMPACT ON PROVISION OF FERTILIZERS PROVISION OF SEEDS PROVISION OF EQUIPMENT SEED STORE REHABILITATION SEED MULTIPLICATION P H Y S I C A L Surface Water Quality Ground Water Quality Air Quality Soil Noise Sedimentation Downstream Road Infrastructure B I O L O G I C A L Aquatic Ecosystem Terrestrial Ecosystem Wildlife Forest Fisheries S O C I O E C O Agriculture Land Ownership / landuse Employment Communication Energy Education Livestock Migratory Population