National Farmers'​ Federation’s Post

Farmer wellbeing isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for thriving supply chains. 60 Decibels, with Small Foundation, surveyed 3,000+ farmers across Uganda, Rwanda, and DRC using the Farmer Thriving Index—a first-of-its-kind tool to measure farmer wellbeing. Key takeaways: > Actionable insights: 60% of cooperatives made tangible changes based on the Index. > Customization needed: Stakeholders requested localized benchmarks and tailored modules. > Broader impact: Beyond coffee, the Index could transform industries like cocoa and fashion. With insights guiding cooperatives, funders, and industry leaders, the Farmer Thriving Index shows promise for improving livelihoods and aligning supply chains with wellbeing goals. 👉 Learn more in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/g6YEA-sJ

This morning, we hosted a conversation about rebuilding the "Missing Middle” with our partners, Renewing the Countryside and Sprout. Aggregation is happening across the State, on farms, at farmers markets, and at food hubs. Yet hyper-local, community led initiatives remain critically cut off from each other and from opportunities to leverage supply chains and logistics for larger scale impact. This is the “Missing Middle.” Vital infrastructure remains underutilized; farmers, especially in Greater Minnesota, remain shut out from market opportunities; and community organizations, like schools and food banks, are unable to purchase locally at scale. Join the conversation. What does it look like to build food systems in a coordinated way? Let us know what you think in the comments below! 👇🏽

This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, we are reminded that food safety is critical to food security, human health, economic prosperity, and sustainable development. Foodborne risks disproportionality impact vulnerable and marginalized communities, including women, children, and migrants. TDT is dedicated to ensuring marginalized communities in Tanzania have access to safe, sustainable food sources. For example, TDT invests in a farming project that facilitates the development of vegetable gardens by female communities with the purchase of vegetable irrigation equipment and agricultural inputs. You can read more about this project here: https://lnkd.in/dScQiGHq #GoodHealth #WellBeing #impact

Bottom up innovation processes, farmer led action research are at the heart of #FORI Farmers' organisation led research and innovation on agroecology program financed by the @EU @OACPS. #FORI is part of #DeSIRA - check out this tool to learn more about the 70+ #DeSIRA projects around the world!

Ending #opendefecation and achieving universal #sanitation isn’t just about building toilets — it’s about creating a system that lasts. Through the USAID-funded Countywide Sanitation Activity (CWSA), Population Services International, Athena Infonomics, Concern Worldwide, Gusceman Inc., are working to transform sanitation governance, strengthen markets, and mobilize financing across five counties in #Liberia. 📌 Learn how this project is fostering systemic change: https://lnkd.in/gmsJg4_N #CWSAinLiberia #WaSH #WASHLiberia #SanitationforAll #WaterforAll #SDG6 #ToiletsforAll #SafeToilets #InnovationForGood #DataForGood #DataForDevelopment #SocialImpact #LookingBackAt2024 #CountdownTo2025

Mobile applications that connect farmers to important information and services are some of the most innovative agricultural technologies. Transformations in these technologies can either widen or close accessibility gaps. When improving inclusivity and accessibility of weather and extension services KivuGreen Corporation could’ve stopped at USSD, but they have upgraded their platform to make it more inclusive. Thanks to their technology, end-users have been able to save close to 13 million liters of water. https://lnkd.in/e4i2Smxe

  This book will guide you through the processes of setting up and maintaining an urban garden in order to produce your own cheaper #food, fostering #sustainability and less #inflation in Milton       https://lnkd.in/gCWnutrp

Ever wondered how digital tools can transform local businesses and farming? The Strengthening Digital Communities (SDC) project is making it happen in Busia and Mandera! SDC is opening new doors to markets, efficiency, and growth by equipping smallholder farmers and local businesses with essential digital skills. Led by KICTANet with support from the UK Government’s Digital Access Programme and the British High Commission in Nairobi, we’re driving a more connected, empowered future. This initiative empowers communities to thrive in the digital era #DigitalAccessProgramme

Our results, now live on 60 Decibels platform! Remember the results from our impact evaluation with 60 dB? 👀 https://lnkd.in/dv2QKAvp Quick recap: we heard directly from 275 farmers in Ghana about the impact of our healthcare programs. And the results: ✅ Healthier farmers in Ghana = more consistent work, higher incomes, and stronger communities. ✅ Affordable healthcare is reducing financial stress, allowing farmers to focus on their livelihoods. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆—𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁—𝗶𝗻 𝟲𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘀’ 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆. 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 👉 https://lnkd.in/euGqPSTP Sneak peek: We’re expanding our reach with mobile clinics to ensure even the most remote communities are reached. Evaluations like this give us the chance to learn and improve. These findings are helping us refine our approach for impact ahead.

 🌾Empowering Smallholder Farmers: The Key to Sustainable Agriculture 🌱  👉Last week, I had the privilege of visiting a small farm in rural Kenya, where I witnessed firsthand the transformative power of capacity building for smallholder farmers. 🌱   Mary, the farmer, proudly showed me how a simple training program had helped her double her crop yield. It was a striking reminder that empowering smallholder farmers is not just about increasing production; it's about transforming lives and building resilient communities. 🌱 Here are just a few reasons why supporting smallholder farmers is crucial: 🚜Food security: By equipping farmers with the skills they need to increase their yields, we can ensure that growing populations have access to nutritious food. 🌱 Economic growth: Higher yields lead to better incomes for farmers, which can help stimulate local economies and reduce poverty. 🚜Environmental protection: Trained farmers are better equipped to use resources efficiently, reducing waste and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. 🌱 Community resilience: Strong farms build strong communities, providing a foundation for rural development and social stability.  👉Have you seen any successful capacity-building programs in action? Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments below. Let's learn from each other and work together to empower smallholder farmers and build a more sustainable food system!  #SustainableAgriculture #FarmerEmpowerment #FoodSecurity #RuralDevelopment