Agriculture/Livestock

Haiti has a rich history of having some of the most fertile land around. For centuries the land was used for growing massive crops to supply Europe until civil unrest made the agricultural industry unprofitable for Europeans. However, the soil has not changed. But to grow enough crops to supply the local area an irrigation system needs to be built so crops will continue to grow during the dry season.

The idea with this project is two-fold. We must produce enough fruits and vegetables to meet the needs of the local people. And by constructing an irrigation system that supplies water to the fields this can be accomplished. Secondly, the construction of the irrigation system, and the cultivation of crops will create jobs for the Haitian people.

From workers in the fields, to people selling in the markets, and careful resource management, this is another step towards self-sustainability.

Open Door also currently owns several cows at the moment, however there is one major issue that comes with this. Currently the cows stay with keepers on their own property and Open Door is unable to benefit fully from what a cow can provide. I.e.: In exchange for people taking care of these cows they reap the milk and offspring entirely. What Open Door needs is more land to provide space for these animals.

Securing a range for these cattle will allow Open Door to manage the animals properly. Only then can Open Door utilize the resources of raising livestock.   And by doing so, Open Door will also be able to provide more jobs for local Haitians.