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Digital Innovations: One Acre Fund’s Experience in the Field
A One Acre Fund case study, produced in partnership with USAID, details our approach to digital solutions and proposes key learnings for the future.

Deepening our Impact for Farmers in 2021 and Beyond
Our Executive Director shares how we’re using the lessons learned from 2020 to chart our next decade of growth.

Smart Scaling: How Nonprofits Can Achieve Transformative Impact Through Growth
New report examines One Acre Fund’s path to reaching 1 million farmers and offers advice for social change organizations seeking to grow.

Expanding on Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitments
Our Executive Director shares an update on our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts.

Our New Leadership Diversification Commitments
A letter from Andrew Youn, One Acre Fund's Co-Founder and Executive Director of One Acre Fund.

Farmer Financial Diaries
We speak to three farmers - from Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania - to understand how they are coping with the effects of COVID-19.

Responding to COVID-19: An Open Letter from our Executive Director
Our Executive Director shares an important operational update as we work to respond to the challenges of COVID-19 and maintain essential services for farmers.

From Seed to Soap: Delivering a Health Response to COVID-19
At a time of a global health crisis, we are drawing on our deep delivery expertise, trusted community ties, and commitment to putting Farmers First, to respond to emerging farmer needs.

COVID-19 Update on our Millionth Farmer Group
Despite the numerous challenges that the coronavirus brings, farmers are doing their best to make ends meet until the next harvest.

Using Technology to Support Farming in the Face of COVID-19
In our new reality of a global health pandemic, we have turned to technology to keep agriculture open for business.

Putting Farmers First During a Global Health Crisis
In this uncertain time, food security is more essential than ever. We’re rapidly reinventing our services to keep farmers safe and well-supported in the era of social distancing.

Letter From Andrew Youn: One Million Farmers Served
One Acre Fund CEO Andrew Youn shares his reflections on the lessons learnt on our journey to serving one million farmers across Africa.

Three Tips to Help your Farm Cope with Climate Change in East Africa
East Africa has seen several weather pattern changes in the recent past. Here, we share climate-smart agriculture tips to help farmers in the region cope better with unpredictable weather.

One Acre Fund Rwanda Launches Joint Maize Seed Processing Plant
In 2019, One Acre Fund started producing hybrid maize seed in Rwanda with two domestic partners. We believe it’s a game-changer for farmers in the country.

Meet The African Billionaire Advocating for Farming
Why is Strive Masiyiwa, one of the continent’s most prominent CEOs, so invested in the agriculture sector?

Responding to Fall Armyworm Outbreaks in Africa
A case study, produced in partnership with USAID, details the impact of Fall Armyworm in the communities we serve and shares our experience in responding to the crisis.

Food Security and Kenya’s Big Four Agenda
Kenya’s Deputy President joins One Acre Fund to celebrate the farmers who feed our nation.

We Asked: What Role Do Today’s Youth See For Themselves in Agribusiness?
So we asked four young adults for their views on youth in agribusiness. Here are their opinions.

African Farmers Stung by Climate Change Await Return of New Season Rains
Extreme weather is a hallmark of climate change, and smallholder farmers we work with are already feeling the toll.

To Build Rural Economies, Offer Farmers Choice
We believe farmers should be treated as clients, not beneficiaries. Here's why.