Sustainable Agricultural Systems Volunteer Accepts Couples The information provided for each assignment is subject to change, including the tentative departure date. Project Description Benin is a country where natural resources are available and abundant. Seasonal rainfall and a subtropical climate throughout the country makes it possible to grow a variety of foods. The country, however, still suffers from a high percentage of malnutrition amongst the most vulnerable populations: women, children, rural villages, and small communities. This can be attributed to a lack of food availability and diversity in nutrient rich foods, and overall poverty. A majority of those living in the rural areas have great challenges accessing nutrient rich food on a daily basis. Lack of access to markets and quality seeds, in addition to uncertain climatic patterns, keep communities at a subsistence level.