The Beyond Farming Collective is a five-year program which commenced in 2022. The program vision is to strengthen agri-food industry organisations (AFIOs) in order to drive inclusive agricultural transformation. This pioneering program focuses on three strategic markets of Ethiopia, Nigeria and Tanzania.
Boosting AFIO leaders skills in strategy, business modelling, financial management and innovation through business advisory and training.
Providing access to funding and mentorship to test and scale innovations that improve market dynamics and improve the lives of small-scale producers.
Strengthening the collective voice of AFIO leaders, stimulating peer-to-peer learning and brokering partnerships.
Bopinc leads the partnership, working closely with both the Africa Agribusiness Academy and the KIT Institute - and the program is proudly funded by the Gates Foundation. We combine our unique knowledge, experience, and expertise to deliver this transformative program.
At Bopinc, we believe the best products and services should be available, where they matter the most. Fulfilling aspirations and needs is key. Through the power of entrepreneurship, every new idea is turned upside down and inside out. Until we find the right innovation, right for low-income communities. From startups to multinationals, we help organisations to design and deliver inclusive, commercially viable business models. Our diverse team of global innovators and entrepreneurs, bridge the gap between private and development sectors.
The Africa Agribusiness Academy (AAA) stimulates and supports entrepreneurship toward increased food security in Africa. Founded in 2010, the AAA is a pan-African business platform for small and medium-sized agri-food enterprises (SMEs). AAA supports these entrepreneurs by offering capacity development and training opportunities, marketing, communication and networking support and facilitating the collaboration and mutual learning of all members.
KIT Institute is an independent knowledge institute focusing on sustainable economic development, gender, and global health. In our services portfolio, we provide evidence-informed solutions to promote economically efficient and inclusive value chains in Africa, with special attention to smallholder inclusion. We conduct rigorous and tailored impact analysis within agrifood value chains to assess value addition, productivity growth, innovation, and social and environmental issues. Moreover, we develop and conduct capacity development programs and training for local value chain organisations.
The Gates Foundation mission is to create a world where every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, productive life. With regards to agriculture, the goal is to support farmers and governments in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia that are seeking a sustainable, inclusive agricultural transformation—one that creates economic opportunity, respects limits on natural resources, and gives everyone equal access to affordable, nutritious food.
Bench Maji Coffee Farmers’ Cooperative Union (BMCFU) is committed to eco-friendly farming, ensuring sustainable production and preserving biodiversity. They provide training in organic farming, quality control, and marketing, connecting local producers with global consumers. Despite Ethiopia's potential for specialty coffee, which commands premium prices, small-scale producers face challenges meeting quality and traceability standards.
The Tanzania Women Fish Workers Association is revolutionising the working conditions and well-being of women in the fisheries sector. Despite their crucial role, women fish workers face daunting challenges such as lack of capital, limited skills, poor handling practices, and restricted market access. Dive in below to see how TAWFA, with the support of the Collective, are transforming their industry
The Commercial Dairy Ranchers Association of Nigeria (CODARAN) is spearheading a transformation in Nigeria's dairy sector. As a pivotal force, the Association builds connections among key players in the dairy value chain. Their efforts include organising trade missions, advocating for beneficial policies, and providing mentoring and business advisory services. Additionally, they publish insightful reports that further inform and progress the industry. This groundwork paves the way for a thriving dairy sector.