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Here’s what agricultural development looks like when it’s done by and for farmers. The Missing Middle Initiative is an innovative program that flips top-down approaches to agricultural development in the Global South. Family farmers and farmers’ organizations manage their own projects from start to finish and can access technical support as needed. Especially in the time of COVID, the Missing Middle Initiative offers a way to support farmers.

 

This video highlights GAFSP’s innovative approaches and inclusive governance. The Missing Middle Initiative has been key to helping family farmers deploy their full potential and build their power. It is critical for family farmers to be at the center of their own development, and as you watch the video, you’ll see how they work with GAFSP as partners, not passive aid recipients.

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