Empowering Farmers

Access to safe, affordable and nutritious food depends on resilient farmers. Through our feed, knowledge, advisory services and partnerships, we help farmers develop the skills and capabilities needed to improve farm performance, strengthen their businesses and seize new market opportunities. Together with farmers and partners across the value chain, we contribute to stronger local economies, resilient food systems and sustainable development in the communities where we operate.

Joost Belt
Joost Belt
Empowering Farmers

Topics

  • 1 Farming training & advisory

    Strengthen farmers' capabilities through practical training, and advisory services that contribute to improved farm performance and long-term resilience.
  • 3 Community partnerships

    We support local community-based initiatives that enhance farmer livelihoods and farming communities.
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  • 2 Farmer market access & business opportunities

    improve access to quality genetics, commercial opportunities and value chain partnerships that contribute to long-term business success.

SDGs related to Empowering Farmers

The following Sustainability Development Goals are related to the pillar of Empowering Farmers:

  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 4: Quality eduction
  • SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
  • SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • SDG 10: Reduced inequalities

CSR documents and publications

Explore the key document that reflects De Heus’ strategic approach to Corporate Social Responsibility.

The Responsible Feeding Programme

Our approach

Discover all other pillars from our Responsible Feeding Programme.

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