Special Bean Team Tackling World Hunger with Science
Agriculture-Led Growth
Feed the Future helps countries boost agriculture-led growth, which is one of the most effective tools countries have to lift people out of hunger and poverty. In addition to boosting productivity, we help countries strengthen markets, encourage investment, develop sound policies, and get research and technology into the hands of farmers.
Dual-Purpose Seeds in Senegal Make Life Easier and More Profitable for Farmers
Innovative, specially-bred dual-purpose millet and cowpea seed varieties can be grown on the same plot of land at the same time and grow bigger plants… Read more
Senegal
Food Security in Lebanon Starts With Seeds, Seedlings and Compost for Smallholder Farmers
As the global food security crisis creates challenges for farmers, an agricultural program in Lebanon is distributing critical resources to help thousands. Lebanon… Read more
With High Global Fertilizer Prices, Farmers in Nigeria Are Turning to Custom Blends
A USAID-supported program commercially distributes specially blended fertilizer to smallholder farmers to help them increase their crop yields and become more food secure. … Read more
Nigeria
Stories
Forward Progress in the Fight to End Global Hunger
Fortifying Flour for a Stronger Ethiopia
A Bangladesh Shrimp Hatchery Goes from "Zero to Hero"
Tanzanian Students Learn the ABCs of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes
From U.S. Tractors to Ghanaian Tables
Farmers in Mozambique Reconnect to Global Cashew Market
A Partnership to Boost Africa’s Food Security
U.S. Farmer’s Invention Reduces Food Waste in Developing Countries
Soybean Testing Trials Hold Key to Better Yields in Sub-Saharan Africa
“Miracle Tree” Helps Peace Corps Volunteers Fight Malnutrition in Ghana
Technological Innovation Improves Grain Storage for Smallholder Farmers
