Last 23 February 2026, the Executive Committee of the Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Development (AFA) convened in Jakarta, Indonesia, for a strategic planning session. Click here to view the photos
For generations, small farmers in Gujarat, India, have faced the same challenge: after harvest, they often had little choice but to sell their produce immediately—even when market prices were low. Without access to affordable storage, farmers risked spoilage and had to accept whatever price buyers offered. That began to change in 2024, when the Self-Employed […]
For many agricultural cooperatives, accessing capital is only part of the challenge. Knowing how to use that capital effectively—and having a clear plan for growing the business—can make all the difference. In Cambodia, the Facilitation Association of Economy for Cooperatives (FAEC-Cambodia) is helping agricultural cooperatives strengthen their businesses by putting planning at the centre of […]
In the heart of Gujarat, India, in the quiet village of Kavitha, a revolution is unfolding — one led by women, rooted in the soil, and powered by solidarity. At the center of this transformation stands the Kavitha Daal Mill, a processing unit run entirely by women farmers. It is a proud symbol of SEWA’s […]
For agricultural cooperatives, access to capital can make the difference between simply serving farmers and building a sustainable business that can grow with them. In Cambodia, the Federation of Farmer Promoting Family Agricultural Enterprise in Cambodia (FAEC) has been supporting agricultural cooperatives to strengthen their skills in business planning, financial management, and marketing. Through the […]
Across rural communities, access to water is only one part of the equation for improving farmers’ livelihoods. Equally important is the ability to organize, plan, and engage in viable economic activities. This is the approach taken by the Farmer and Water Net Association (FWN), which has been working to empower farmer groups in Cambodia through […]
Fisherfolk Along the eastern coast of Nakhon Si Thammarat, lies the small village of Ban Srabua. Here, in the Sala subdistrict of Tha Sala district, life has always followed the rhythm of the tides. Before dawn breaks, the fishermen of the village head out to sea. For decades, this has been their way of life. […]
In the context of an aging farming population, encouraging the participation of rural youth has become increasingly important. Through the APFP-FO4A program in Vietnam, special focus is placed on supporting initiatives led by the younger generation of farmers, recognizing their potential to drive innovation and sustainability in agriculture. One inspiring example is Luong Van Tuyen, […]
