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Ambitious farmers (6)

We believe that working with professional farmer cooperatives is an investment in a stable, prosperous agri-sector, in the economy and in wider society. Ambitious organised farmers across the world want to develop, become entrepreneurs and business partners, add value and move up the supply chain. This has a positive impact on economic growth, poverty alleviation, inclusiveness, food and nutrition security, and climate resilience and mitigation.

We interviewed 9 ambitious farmers from Tanzania (5), Kenya (2) and Ethiopia (2) to find out if their situations have changed since becoming members of a cooperative. Each week, you can read an interview.

Farmer 6: Gertrude Gwivaha from Tanzania

11 Sep

Ambitious farmers (5)

We believe that working with professional farmer cooperatives is an investment in a stable, prosperous agri-sector, in the economy and in wider society. Ambitious organised farmers across the world want to develop, become entrepreneurs and business partners, add value and move up the supply chain. This has a positive impact on economic growth, poverty alleviation, inclusiveness, food and nutrition security, and climate resilience and mitigation.

We interviewed 9 ambitious farmers from Tanzania (5), Kenya (2) and Ethiopia (2) to find out if their situations have changed since becoming members of a cooperative. Each week, you can read an interview.

Farmer 5: Joyce Mbembati from Tanzania

07 Sep

Empowering cocoa cooperatives through Strategic Business Planning Training

Written by Prince Essah, Cooperative advisor Ghana

The training on strategic business planning was held in Kumasi in Ghana at the True Vine Hotel from 17th July 2023 to 21st July 2023. The training was attended by 35 participants, from four primary cocoa cooperatives: Dedieso Cocoa Cooperative, Akyemansa Fine Flavour Cocoa Cooperative, Ofoase Cocoa Cooperative and New Edubiase Cocoa Cooperative.
The training was facilitated by Cooperative Advisor Jonas Laryea, with the support of Prince Sammy Essah and online Agripool expert Atze Schaap from The Netherlands.

05 Sep

Successful cooperation

Agripool expert IJsbrand Snoeij has been on various assignments for Agriterra. This time, he was asked to conduct a Cooperative Assessment in the Philippines.

31 Aug

Great commitment brings great success

Written by Olika Urgessa, Cooperative advisor Ethiopia

Resource mobilisation and members’ commitment in realising the establishment of new enterprises can solve certain cooperative members’ problems.

29 Aug

Ambitious farmers (4)

We believe that working with professional farmer cooperatives is an investment in a stable, prosperous agri-sector, in the economy and in wider society. Ambitious organised farmers across the world want to develop, become entrepreneurs and business partners, add value and move up the supply chain. This has a positive impact on economic growth, poverty alleviation, inclusiveness, food and nutrition security, and climate resilience and mitigation.

We interviewed 9 ambitious farmers from Tanzania (5), Kenya (2) and Ethiopia (2) to find out if their situations have changed since becoming members of a cooperative. Each week, you can read an interview.

Farmer 4: Paul Kariuki from Kenya

22 Aug

Farmer Focused Transformation reflection

Written by James Sablerolles and Esmee van Schuppen

Halfway through phase 1

2023 is a critical year in the field of sustainable development because it marks the halfway point in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is a time of reflection, critical review, and a reality check. Despite global efforts, the latest data paints a concerning picture, with 30% of the SDG targets showing no progression, or even regression below the 2015 baseline. Consider, for example, SDG 2, which aspires to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030. Despite global efforts, projections show that an estimated 600 million people – 7% of the world's population - will still suffer from hunger in 2030. This is the same proportion as in 2015, meaning that there will no progress on SDG 2.