Sustainable Farming & Climate Adaptation Workshops
Regular educational seminars on drip irrigation, soil health restoration, integrated pest management (IPM), and weather-resilient crop varieties.
Non-profit agricultural association · Stolac, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Cultivating Sustainable Agriculture & Empowering Farmers Across Eastern Herzegovina
Uniting local fruit growers and vegetable producers to advance sustainable farming, modern agricultural education, and economic resilience in Stolac and surrounding communities.
Welcome
Welcome to Udruženje voćara i povrtlara Istočne Hercegovine. Dedicated to preserving the rich agricultural heritage of Eastern Herzegovina, our non-profit association brings together local farmers, growers, and agricultural specialists to build modern, eco-friendly, and economically viable farming solutions for future generations.
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About us
A unified voice for the growers of the karst valleys
Founded to serve as a unified voice and support network for rural growers, Udruženje voćara i povrtlara Istočne Hercegovine is a registered non-profit agricultural association based in Stolac, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Our organization works at the grassroots level to address the pressing challenges facing local fruit and vegetable producers—including climate adaptation, pest management, access to modern technology, and sustainable market distribution. By organizing expert-led workshops, field trials, joint machinery sharing, and cooperative marketing strategies, we help smallholders and family farms increase crop yield, reduce overhead, and protect the unique ecosystems of Eastern Herzegovina.
About →Our mission
To empower fruit growers and vegetable farmers across Eastern Herzegovina through collaborative technical training, sustainable agricultural practices, resource sharing, and public advocacy, ensuring rural economic vitality and food security.
Our vision
A thriving, resilient, and ecologically sustainable agricultural ecosystem in Eastern Herzegovina where local farmers prosper, traditional heritage crops are preserved, and modern non-profit innovation drives community growth.
Programs & activities
Work that reaches the field, not just the paperwork
Five continuous programmes carry our annual work plan. Each is delivered with certified agronomists, veteran growers, and partner institutions across the Stolac, Berkovići, Ljubinje, Neum and Čapljina areas.
Fruit & Vegetable Quality Standardization Initiative
Training local producers to meet strict quality, organic certification, and food safety standards for local and international markets.
Cooperative Resource & Equipment Sharing Network
Providing smallholder farmers access to shared agricultural equipment, storage solutions, and collective purchasing of eco-friendly fertilizers and seeds.
Youth & Next-Gen Farmer Mentorship
Educational field days and practical internships inspiring young people in Herzegovina to pursue modern, technology-driven agriculture.
Local Produce Promotion & Harvest Festivals
Community events, local farm markets, and regional exhibitions celebrating regional produce, promoting local gastronomy, and supporting farm-to-table supply chains.
Explore Our Initiatives
Programs →Why support our work
Four commitments we are held to
Grassroots Community Impact
Directly empowering family farms and rural livelihoods in Stolac and the wider Eastern Herzegovina region.
Sustainable Agronomic Expertise
Programs guided by certified agricultural engineers, environmental specialists, and veteran local farmers.
Inclusive & Accessible Support
Open membership and free technical guidance for smallholders, female farmers, and rural youth.
Uncompromising Transparency
Complete accountability in financial management, public project reporting, and non-profit governance.
Governance & compliance
Registered, accountable, and open to inspection
- Official name
- Udruženje voćara i povrtlara Istočne Hercegovine
- VAT number / Tax ID
- OT: 0950FI07000005
- Physical office
- Hrvatskih branitelja, Stolac 88360, Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Official email
- info@herzegovinafruitgrowers.info