Empowering Organic Agriculture in Emerging Markets 🌍
We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone for Organic Development Finance (ODF): the commitment of a €10 million senior loan by Invest International This funding will enable ODF to expand its support for SMEs in emerging markets, providing fair-priced working capital to businesses that aggregate and export organic ingredients. By connecting smallholder farmers to global markets, we’re fostering sustainable agriculture and empowering local communities. ODF is managed by FOUNT.eu and initiated by Tradin Organic
Key Highlights:
✅ Promoting sustainable practices that protect the environment.
✅ Supporting SMEs in scaling their operations and paying fair prices to farmers.
✅ Advancing a thriving organic value chain, from farm to fork.
With backing from partners like Tradin Organic, USAID, and GIZ, ODF is uniquely positioned as a blended finance facility to drive impactful investments. This partnership with Invest International is a testament to our commitment to creating economic, social, and environmental resilience across the organic supply chain.
💡 Why it matters: Organic agriculture is vital for reducing harmful chemicals, improving soil health, and increasing biodiversity. Yet many businesses in emerging markets face financial barriers. Together, we’re bridging this gap and driving sustainable growth.
🌱 Join our journey: With this milestone, ODF is geared for further growth. We are looking forward to engage with more interested international traders, investors or donors to join our journey. Let’s continue to shape a future rooted in sustainability, equity, and environmental stewardship!
#SustainableAgriculture #OrganicFarming #ImpactInvestment #EmergingMarkets #PartnershipsForSustainability
Gemma Verhoeven Bas Kalshoven Jos M. Adriaanse Susie Hjorth Eric Mallant Gerard V. Bob Assenberg Connor Barette Gerard Vos Arnold van Garderen Michiel Slootweg Raymond Beimers Tanja Schmid Ceryl Verbokkem Eduard van der Heijden Bernadette Blom
Read more about this partnership:
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