Training Module on Homestead Vegetable Cultivation of Village Model Firm Introduction Homestead vegetable cultivation is a sustainable and affordable way to improve nutrition and food security for families and communities. It is especially important in villages, where many people do not have access to enough land to cultivate crops on a large scale. Village model firms (VMFs) are community-based organizations that provide training and support to farmers and entrepreneurs. VMFs can play an important role in promoting homestead vegetable cultivation by providing farmers with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful. This training module is designed to provide VMF staff with the knowledge and skills they need to train farmers in homestead vegetable cultivation. The module covers a range of topics, including: Site selection and preparation Soil management Seed selection and sowing Transplanting and weeding Watering and fertilizing Pest and disease management Harvesting and sto