When ACAT was established in 1982, her approach to rural development was mainly through the promotion and formation of Savings Clubs. The purpose of these clubs was to encourage savings mainly for purchasing of farming inputs. However, in the late 90's ACAT, after a restructuring process, put in place specialized development programms in response to meeting the needs of her targets group.The programs are Sustainable Agriculture Program, Enterprise Development Program and Traininng for Capacity Building program. Entrepreneurship& Skill Development Program (ESDP) The purpose of this programme is to enable communities to finance their own development. This is achieved by facilitating the establishment and development of savings and credit clubs, and supporting individuals and clubs to start up and run income generating activities. Deposits made by club members provide much needed funds for clubs to invest in income generating activities. The savings accrued enable clubs to provide members with loans to start up and develop their own businesses. Training in business administration and record keeping is provided to both individuals and clubs. The formation of youth groups is also encouraged. Information sharing is facilitated through exchange visits between clubs and communities. A wide range of small business enterprises have been established and developed through this programme. These include:Broilers, layers and indigenous poultry production, Backyard and community garden vegetable production, Consumer shops, Farm input retail outlets, Sewing,Hairdressing,Welding,Baking and Handicraft. Sustainable Agriculture & Infrastructure Development (SAIDP) Through the Sustainable Agriculture and Infrastructure Development Programme small-scale farmers are assisted to produce their own food using sustainable agriculture methods. The use of locally available resources and environmentally friendly techniques is promoted. The sharing of best practice and local knowledge amongst farmers is also facilitated. The programme promotes the following activities: Permaculture techniques: The use of organic matter, natural pest control and minimum tillage. Multiple cropping: Crop diversification to avoid nutrient depletion. Indigenous chicken production: Commercialization at homestead level. Maize storage facilities: Improved maize cribs and sheltered tanks to minimize post harvest losses. Indigenous seeds: The use of locally available open polluted maize varieties and legumes Sweet potato and cassava production: Suitable in areas with low rain fall Orchard establishment: The production of a variety of fruit trees. Water harvesting techniques: Harvesting and distribution at homestead and community level. Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) latrines: Training in the construction and maintenance of VIPs to contribute to improved sanitation. Training Centre & Demonstration Unit The Training Centre and Demonstration Unit (TDCU) Programme is one of ACAT