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Our Mission: To stimulate economic growth and improve #livelihoods by cultivating #entrepreneurship.
Washington, D.C.
Joined August 2009
Congratulations to our colleague and former Chief of Party, Bruno Ouedraogo, who was recently awarded the title of Knight of the Burkinabe Order of Merit by the Government of Burkina Faso in recognition of CNFA’s impactful work in the country!
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The @FeedtheFuture @HingaWunguke Activity recently launched 4 co-investment funds mobilizing up to $580,000 to deploy digital solutions that connect Rwandan farmers with agricultural finance & inputs, as well as strengthen youth- & women-led businesses in #Rwanda. @USAIDRwanda
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The @FeedtheFuture Mali Sugu Yiriwa activity recently attended the Sikasso Agricultural Fair, which served as a forum for sharing best practices in agricultural development and forging new business linkages among industry stakeholders in #Mali. @USAID @USAIDMali
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CNFA wishes our partners and colleagues a new year full of growth and progress toward a prosperous world without hunger.
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As 2024 concludes, we reflect with gratitude on the partnerships that make our mission possible. From collaborations with local communities, to the support we receive from our colleagues & donors, we look forward to working together to build on our successes in the year ahead!
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Wrapping up 2024: *12,000 farmers assisted to adopt improved practices *10,847 adopted climate-resilient practices *$1.36M facilitated in agro-input sales *$1.6M secured in agriculture loans *$2.7M pipeline in new private sector investment *$1.62M in new agric-related financing
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Missed the @HingaWunguke end-of-year event? Here's a quick recap! Together with partners like @BkTecHouse, @ExuusHQ, @ryaf_agribiz, and @RugoriNetwork, the program is championing digital financial solutions to empower 500,000 farmers—prioritizing women and youth. It was an
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The @FeedtheFuture Market Systems Resilience State of the Field Map provides a comprehensive look at the scope of market systems development efforts, including CNFA programs. Learn more about the global reach of the market systems strengthening ecosystem:
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Happy Holidays from all of us at CNFA! Wishing you peace, joy, and prosperity this holiday season.
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Congratulations to Jackie Klippenstein, Senior Vice President, Chief Government and Industry Relations Officer at @dfamilk, and CNFA board member, on receiving the Leading Impact Award from the Dairy Girl Network for her successes in ag policy development:
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Dairy Girl Network (DGN) honored Jackie Klippenstein with the Leading Impact award at the recent DGN Forward TogetHER biennial national conference in Independence, Mo.
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Each year, ~15% of #maize in #Rwanda is lost during post-harvest. The @FeedtheFuture @HingaWunguke Activity is partnering with EA Agro to train 55 agents & equip 4 centers w/dryers & tools to reduce these losses, supporting 20K+ farmers & strengthening local markets. @USAIDRwanda
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The @USAID Resilient Communities Program is partnering w/the Georgian Blueberry Growers’ Association to strengthen the #blueberry value chain in #Georgia through trainings & study tours that will help producers adopt cultivation & post-harvest mgmt best practices. @USAIDGeorgia
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This #IVD2024, we highlight our @USAID @farmertofarmer Program, which connects U.S. agricultural #volunteers with farmers in Southern Africa & Eastern Europe to strengthen food production & agribusiness development. Learn more: https://t.co/Co2K9Jp6MB
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Soils provide over 95% of our food and play a vital role in the fight against climate change. This #WorldSoilDay, CNFA joins the call to “Measure, Monitor, and Manage” #soil health through sustainable practices that protect livelihoods and promote food security.
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The @USAIDSavesLives Amalima Loko activity recently hosted the Nkayi Diaspora Investment Event in Bulawayo, #Zimbabwe, which raised over $25,000 from Zimbabwean diasporas around the globe to support local businesses like bakeries & welding shops. @UsaidZimbabwe @USAID
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1/2: The @FeedtheFuture Mali Sugu Yiriwa activity is expanding its “warrantage” pilot, which previously mobilized $70K in credit for farmers in #Mali. The next phase will support 16 new producer organizations through technical training on finance & management. @USAIDMali
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CNFA launched the 5-year @USAID Vikina Resilience Food Security Activity in #Madagascar. Supporting 34K households in Atsimo Atsinanana, Vikina will improve community food security & #resilience by building sustainable livelihoods in cyclone-prone areas.
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Last week, the @FeedtheFuture @USAID Yidgiri Activity hosted a study tour for 30 small ruminant producers in #BurkinaFaso. The tour showcased improved fodder production & conservation practices & facilitated new market connections for producers. Read more: https://t.co/E1k5Zx2w9m
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