Growing Food, Growing Hope

In Burera, Rwanda, sustainable farming is doing more than increasing harvests—it is helping families build healthier, more secure futures.

During the second quarter of 2026, 195 small-scale farmers received hands-on training in sustainable agriculture, learning practical techniques such as composting, crop rotation, intercropping, water conservation, and climate-resilient farming. These skills are helping families improve crop yields, protect their land, and strengthen food security for the future.

The program also continues to combine agriculture with livestock through its pig farming initiative. This quarter, 15 new piglets were born, and through the project's pass-forward model, families share piglets with neighbors once their pigs reproduce—creating a ripple effect that extends hope and opportunity throughout the community. For many families, the impact is life-changing.

One widow shared that after receiving a pig and learning how to care for it, her harvests increased because of the organic manure it provided. When the pig gave birth, she sold some piglets to earn income while passing another piglet on to a neighboring family. Another grandmother used the income from selling piglets to purchase a goat, creating additional stability for her household and giving her renewed confidence that she can provide for her grandchildren.

What started as agricultural training has become so much more. Families are producing more food, generating income, sharing resources with their neighbors, and building lasting resilience together. Thank you for making it possible to equip farmers with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to flourish.