An Afghan farmer wheels a load of fertilizer out to his truck during the fall seed distribution program in Helmand Province. Marines and sailors with 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines began the distribution of seeds and fertilizers to Afghan farmers Sept 20, preparing locals for the upcoming planting season. - An Afghan farmer wheels a load of fertilizer out to his truck during the fall seed distribution program in Helmand Province. Marines and sailors with 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines began the distribution of seeds and fertilizers to Afghan farmers Sept 20, preparing locals for the upcoming planting season.