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Farm Africa

Farm Africa helps African farmers grow themselves out of poverty. Our local staff provide the tools and expertise to enable smallholders in eastern Africa to increase their harvests, whether they farm crops, livestock, fish or the forest. We train farmers to be more commercial, adding value to harvest surpluses by milling, drying, or turning their produce into products that fetch a higher price. Their situations may vary, but all of the farmers we work with are vulnerable to increasing economic and environmental challenges. With our help, they become more resilient to these challenges. They are able to grow more food to feed their families and bring in a reliable income. With our help, rural families are building a more prosperous life that allows them to take charge of their futures, for good. Farm Africa has over 170 staff operating across the east African countries of Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Interested in working for us? Keep an eye on the jobs page of our website for all UK-based opportunities: www.farmafrica.org/jobs Posts in our African offices are recruited in-country and advertised in national papers and on ReliefWeb: www.reliefweb.int

Growth Trajectory

Farm Africa aims to expand its reach to one million people per year by 2025, focusing on scaling proven programs across eastern Africa, particularly in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, while also developing its presence in eastern DR Congo. They intend to innovate in climate-smart agriculture and enhance market access for farmers. Partnership opportunities with businesses and organizations also provide a pathway for expanded impact and new program development.

Technical Challenges

Adapting to climate change impacts on agriculture
Improving soil health and water management
Connecting farmers to markets
Integrating environmental protection with agricultural development
Scaling programs to reach more farmers and communities
Ensuring data security and privacy

Tech Stack

AWS Elastic Load BalancingAWSELB cookieAWSELBCORS cookieGoogle AnalyticsCampaign MonitorFacebookYouTubeMicrosoft AzureBlackbaud Merchant ServicesBarclaycardJustGivingVirgin Money GivingRelational databasesSecure payment processing systemsSecure data storageClimate-smart agriculture techniques

Team Size

Village-Based Advisors (VBAs)
Dedicated account managers (for partnerships)
Head office staff
Governance staff
Project teams (implementing agriculture and climate resilience projects)
Fundraising teams

Key Risks

Climate change could continue to exacerbate the challenges faced by smallholder farmers, impacting yields and livelihoods.
Fluctuations in commodity prices and market access could undermine farmers' incomes and financial sustainability.
Limited access to land, resources, and technology for women farmers may hinder overall program effectiveness and equitable outcomes.
Political instability and conflict in the region could disrupt programs and limit access to communities in need.
Dependence on donor funding could create uncertainty and limit the organization's long-term sustainability.

Opportunities

Leveraging technology and digital platforms to improve access to information, markets, and financial services for farmers.
Expanding partnerships with private sector companies to create sustainable supply chains and market opportunities for farmers.
Developing innovative financial products and services tailored to the needs of smallholder farmers, such as microloans and insurance.
Scaling up climate-smart agriculture practices to enhance resilience and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Strengthening advocacy efforts to promote policies that support sustainable agriculture and rural development.
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