Bush Bean Disease Management
Bush beans are the second-most widely grown crop in the areas where One Acre Fund operates. In addition to increasing farmer dietary diversity, beans also contribute to income diversification and can improve soil health. However, farmer yields are typically low due to improper disease and pest management. Intensive disease management could lead to increased yields and profitability. Therefore, One Acre Fund conducted bean disease management treatments at our crop research sites in Ekero (Western) and Gucha-Kisii (Nyanza), Kenya.
Harvesting Climbing Beans: A How-To Guide in Photos
Our farmers in Rwanda and Burundi show us how to expertly harvest climbing beans.
From Beans to Bachelor's Degrees in Burundi
“Now we have so much, and I have pride.”
Research and Development at One Acre Fund
We provide insight into our research and development process, which we use to expand our products and services for our farmers.
5 Reasons Soil Health Is Key To The U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
When we think about the role of soil in the food security equation, it’s no wonder that the U.N. General Assembly chose to designate 2015 the International Year of Soils
