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an interesting study about crowdfunding and collaboration for conservation. The research highlights the effectiveness of platforms like the Sapu Jerat campaign in tackling human-wildlife conflicts. https://lnkd.in/gtB8jx86

Invest to join our Sustainable Journey and gain a financial return while modernizing cricket farming in Cambodia  ! 🌍 We're leading the charge towards a sustainable future, partnering with impact enterprises or organizations like Mekong Inclusive Ventures, USAID, People in Need, Rising Phoenix Co. Ltd., World Food Programme, Oxfam Novib and Samaritan's Purse. Together, we're harnessing the power of local cricket raising, and transforming challenges into revolutionary solutions for a healthier planet and more prosperous communities. Now, we’re embarking on our third impact capital raise with LendForGood and Red Hat Impact and we’re inviting you to be part of this exciting journey. 🚀  Become a catalyst for change. By supporting Agri House, you’ll play a pivotal role in : 🌱 Advancing sustainable agriculture to protect the planet for future generations.   🍽️ Redefining responsible food systems through groundbreaking practices in cricket farming.   ⚙️ Driving innovation to create sustainable livelihoods and combat food insecurity.  The impact loan offers 10% simple interest per annum over 24 months, with a minimum buy-in of AUD$500. We have already achieved AUD$52,980 and 70% of our total target of AUD$75,000. Ready to make a difference ? A link to sign up as an investor is in the comments. #AgriHouse #Startup #CricketFarming #SustainableFood #Cambodia #Partner #Partnership #Innovation #Investor #Investment

Money is tight, but I'm super stoked to make a micro-loan for entrepreneurs with climate-friendly solutions creating sustainable food systems with the help of KIVA. KIVA is a trusted entity that supports entrepreneurs through crowd-funded loans. I chose to support Kuli Kuli because they are working on permaculture projects in Africa using appropriate trees for the climate and nutrient density. This is--an investment with a triple pay back, people, planet and payback of my original loan amount. Please join me by investing as little as $25.00 or as much as you want. It's a win-win! #environment #equity #permaculture #climatesolutions

Kheyti was born after conversations with thousands of smallholder farmers affected by #climatechange. There are 100 million smallholder farmers in India and 500 million across the world. These farmers work hard all year long but have no control over their incomes because of external climate risks, made worse every year due to climate change. Simply put, for smallholder farmers, hard work does not pay. Co-founder Kaushik Kappagantulu '17 started Kheyti to change that. Their greenhouse helps farmers double their incomes; protects those incomes from climate risks like heat, rain, pests, and hail; and makes their farming more sustainable. They bundle end-to-end services with the greenhouse to ensure that farmers can adopt the technology in the right way, making farmers' hard work pay. --- The Tamer Fund for Social Ventures provides seed grants to #nonprofit, for-profit, and hybrid early-stage Columbia University-affiliated #social and #environmental ventures that are solving critical problems around the world. Learn more about the fund here: https://lnkd.in/eYzuBAz7

We are excited to welcome Kuzana--Agri-Business Investor -- Apply Now! at the 8th Africa Agri Expo 2025. About the company: Kuzana invests in early-stage agri processing and value-addition businesses like honey export, avocado oil, beef logistics, and lipstick manufacturing. Fast! Then they roll up their sleeves and help the companies grow. Finding sales leads, getting export certifications, and putting in financial controls so your Ksh1m unpaid invoice problem doesn't turn into a Ksh1b invoice problem in a couple of years. They have been there, started companies, raised $13m, worked with great investors....and not so great. They are all entrepreneurs and haven't raised any donor money. This means all the work we do is focused on helping you grow your business NOT hitting arbitrary donor targets. Rebecca Amo Register for the 8th AAE now- https://lnkd.in/eJtFyvt . . . #AgriBusiness #SustainableAgriculture #Networking #AgriTech #FoodSecurity #JoinUs

EMPOWERING AFRICAN FARMERS THROUGH VILLAGE SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS #VSLA #AGRIFINANCE #COOPERATIVE FARMING #SELFHELP GROUP #LIVELIHOOD In many rural communities across Africa, access to formal banking services is limited, leaving farmers with few options to save money or obtain loans for agricultural investments. To address this challenge, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) have emerged as a powerful tool for financial inclusion and empowerment. VSLAs are community-based microfinance groups where members pool their savings and provide loans to each other. These associations operate on principles of trust, solidarity, and mutual support, making them particularly suitable for farmers who often face similar financial challenges. Research by Mersland and Strøm (2010) highlights the effectiveness of VSLAs in improving financial access and promoting savings among rural populations. By mobilizing small amounts of savings from members, VSLAs create a local source of capital that can be used for agricultural inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, and tools. Moreover, VSLAs foster a culture of entrepreneurship and self-reliance among farmers, enabling them to invest in income-generating activities beyond agriculture. According to a study by Doss and Kieran (2018), VSLAs empower women in particular, by providing them with a platform to save, borrow, and invest in their businesses. Village Savings and Loan Associations play a crucial role in advancing the economic prospects of farmers in Africa. By promoting financial inclusion and facilitating access to capital, VSLAs empower rural communities to thrive and prosper. References: - Mersland, R., & Strøm, R. Ø. (2010). Microfinance Mission Drift?. World Development, 38(1), 28-36. - Doss, C., & Kieran, C. (2018). The Potential of Village Savings and Loan Associations for Women’s Empowerment. Journal of Development Studies, 54(4), 719-734.

Sarvaguna Foods and Kitchen are revolutionising food security and farmer livelihoods in the heart of #Nepal, and they are currently raising AUD$94,000 via LendForGood to take their impact to the next level. The loan cut off date is 7th November, 2024. For impact-minded investors, this loan offers 10% simple interest per annum over 36 months, though this isn't just about money—it's about creating a triple impact. Founder Tulsi Giri and the team are raising capital to invest in: Expanding Nutritious Food Access via a new temperature-controlled vehicle that will allow Sarvaguna to serve more schools, bringing good nutrition to more children. Empowering Farmers through the purchase of two grain silos to enable Sarvaguna to purchase larger quantities during harvest season, providing farmers with guaranteed sales and income stability. Improving Food Quality and Affordability by buying and storing grain strategically, so that Sarvaguna can produce higher quality products at better prices, making nutritious food more accessible. If you're interested in being part of this opportunity, register your EOI with  LendForGood at hello@lendforgood.com.au. A link to the loan page with the link to register is provided below, along with the Live Q&A hosted by Cameron Neil from LendForGood and Sally Hodges from Red Hat Impact, #ImpactInvesting #SustainableDevelopment #FoodSecurity

Dear network, Build a trustworthy relationship between foundations, donators, companies, CSR programs is critical for a non-profit organization. 'When the roots of a tree begin to decay, it spreads death to the branches.' YEGO Global in Rwanda : 🚜 Farmers often struggle with market access owe to logistical and price barriers. Providing efficient last-mile delivery solutions, what a pain killer in african-smallholder farming business! 🎯 The Challenge: Poor infrastructure and limited transportation options hinder farmers from accessing the market and bargain a fair price. 📦 The Solution: Yegomoto leverages a network of motorbike riders to collect produce from farms and deliver the end consumers or wholesalers in urban areas. 🌍 The Impact: Generate hope and income for smallholder farmers who could not even sell their production, tackling the food security aspect. - 🔗 Some are non-profitable pains to a business but economically beneficial to a sector. These pains are foundations’ The reason why, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation mentionned: "Connecting farmers to markets is vital for improving livelihoods and boosting economic growth" 🔑 To generate trust, Let’s have in comments a conversation on my KSF choice : « remove highly economic and/or social impactful pains. » - #LastMileDelivery #Rwanda #SmallholderFarmers #AgriTech #MarketAccess #FoodSecurity #ImpactInvesting

Hello, LinkedIn family! I’m thrilled to share that I’m embarking on a journey to start my very own farm! Fresh Future Farms! Growing food sustainably using Hydroponic Vertical Farming (indoors) has been a long-time dream of mine, and I’m finally taking steps to make it a reality. This farm will not only be a place for cultivating fresh, local produce, but also a project rooted in community and sustainability. I’m reaching out because I need your help. To make this dream come true, I’m launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for essential startup costs—such as equipment, seeds, and infrastructure—to get the farm up and running. Here’s how you can support: 1). Donate: Every bit helps! A small contribution from you can bring us closer to a farm that feeds and empowers the community. 2) Share: Please share this post or my campaign link with your network. Your connections could be the key to making this dream happen! 3) Spread the Word: If you know anyone interested in sustainable agriculture, local food production, or community-supported farming, please let them know about this campaign! By supporting this farm, you’re not just helping me; you’re investing in a vision that aims to provide fresh, local food, support the environment, and foster community resilience. Link Below 🌾https://lnkd.in/evDBN3k2 🌾 Thank you all for your time, energy, and any support you can offer. Let’s grow something amazing together! #FreshFutureFarms #Crowdfunding #SupportLocal #Farming #Agriculture #CommunityFirst

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