Food security

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It Takes a Village to feed a community: The story of Talatu and Alhaji Ibrahim Umar

In Pyata, a rural community in Niger State, Nigeria, farming is more than just a livelihood—it’s the central activity that connects the village. For Alhaji Ibrahim Umar, the Village Head, and his wife Talatu Ibrahim, farming has become a means to not only secure their family’s future but also assist their neighbors when the need arises.

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A friendship that sparked change: Febronie and Vestine's story

In the heart of Bugesera District, Rwanda, Febronie Mukashyaka, a young mother of three, grappled with the daily challenge of providing for her family while staying close to her children. Her journey took a turn when she visited Vestine Mukashyaka, a 52-year-old neighbor and fellow local savings group member.

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Investing in a new generation of farming entrepreneurs

Our Executive Director, Andrew Youn, shares his vision on why investing in young farmers is key to addressing the challenges we face in agriculture today – from sustainably feeding the world’s growing population to finding lasting solutions to resilient, profitable agriculture.