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Advancing Rural Women’s Participation in Responsible Agriculture in Sierra Leone
Gender discrimination in Sierra Leone is real, and rural women working in agriculture often find themselves on society’s margins. Recognizing…
06 November 2023
Honoring the Legacy of Jeroen Douglas, A Beacon of Change at Solidaridad
After more than three decades of unwavering dedication, Solidaridad's beloved Executive Director, Jeroen Douglas, bids farewell to embark on a…
01 November 2023
Bridging the Digital Divide
Throughout Southern Africa, life's rhythm often synchronizes with the seasons. Small-scale farmers, who till the land with unwavering spirit, have…
26 October 2023
Collaborative Action in Zambia Advances Sustainable Livestock Practices
Solidaridad builds on the success of its award-winning Nambola project and launches Hooves for Sustainability, an innovative effort to revitalize…
25 October 2023
CARBON FARMING ACADEMY CONNECTS SMALL-SCALE FARMERS TO INTERNATIONAL CARBON MARKETS
The Carbon Farming Academy, a learning programme developed by Solidaridad and Rabobank, provides training opportunities to producers, field officers, and…
23 October 2023
How monitoring and traceability tools contribute to conservation
Popular global commodities such as coffee, palm oil, and beef are closely tied to deforestation. As our need and desire…
19 October 2023
INNOVATIVE CLIMATE–SMART OIL PALM PROCESSING MILL INTRODUCED IN GHANA
Solidaridad works with Joe Farms in Ghana to introduce an innovative, environmentally friendly oil palm mill that enhances production efficiency.…
18 October 2023
University Partnership Nurtures Young Agricultural Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
Climate change, global standards for sustainability, and a fast-moving global economy have a direct impact on oil palm production. Solidaridad…
17 October 2023
FEMINISATION OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN: ENSURING GREATER GENDER INCLUSIVITY AND PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE
In agriculture, gender inclusivity is one of the biggest elephants in the room. A conceptual model, recently implemented by Solidaridad…
14 October 2023
Collaborating for Policy Reform in Zambia’s Cotton Sector
Zambia's cotton industry faces numerous challenges which hinder its growth and sustainability. In response, Solidaridad launched its RECLAIM Sustainability! programme…
04 October 2023
