Meet Vigneshwari: A Farmer Stuck in the Cycle of Poverty
When we met Vigneshwari, she had two acres of land—a potential source of stability and income for her family. But the land was overgrown and unused. Each time she tried to cultivate it, she faced losses. Without enough income to clear the land, buy seeds, or manage the risk of another failed harvest, farming became an impossible dream.
Instead, Vigneshwari turned to labor work, when she could find it. Work is infrequent—maybe 10 days a month—and her income is barely enough to survive. Without the means to reinvest in her land, she remains stuck, teetering on the edge of poverty, struggling to make ends meet.
Peanuts: A Missed Opportunity for Farmers Like Her
Peanuts are a profitable crop, but farmers in rural Sri Lanka face overwhelming barriers to accessing this potential. Middlemen take large margins, farmers don’t understand how to grade or price their produce, and many still rely on outdated farming techniques. Without access to resources, knowledge, and support, farmers like Vigneshwari are left out of profitable markets, unable to escape poverty.
This Is Where We Step In
We work directly with farmers like Vigneshwari, helping them overcome personal and systemic barriers to unlock their potential. By addressing these challenges, we empower them to transform their land into a sustainable source of income.
Here’s how we help:
- Introducing Modern Farming Techniques
Many farmers are still using methods from decades ago. We train them in updated practices that improve yields and reduce costs. - Access to Quality Seeds
Seeds are critical to productivity, but farmers often struggle to find or assess quality seeds. We connect them with reliable sources and teach them how to select the best options. - Collective Bargaining for Better Prices
Middlemen exploit farmers working alone. By organizing farmers into collectives, they can negotiate better deals and access larger, more profitable markets. - Providing Cost-Saving Equipment
Rising labor costs make farming unsustainable. We provide tools and equipment to reduce dependency on manual labor and cut expenses. - Improving Water Management
Water scarcity is a major challenge. We teach farmers strategies to optimize water use and protect their crops. - Building Climate Resilience
Changing weather patterns threaten livelihoods. We help farmers adopt new strategies to adapt and thrive in a changing environment.
Your Support Can Transform Lives
For Vigneshwari, your donation means more than just cultivating her land—it means stability, independence, and a brighter future for her family. With your help, we can provide her with the tools, training, and resources to turn her two acres into a thriving farm.
What Your Support Will Achieve:
- Empower farmers like Vigneshwari to reclaim their land.
- Break their dependency on exploitative middlemen.
- Create a pathway to sustainable income and resilience.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Farmers in last-mile rural communities like Vigneshwari’s face overwhelming odds, but with your help, they can rise above these challenges. Your support will help unlock their potential and build stronger, more resilient communities.
Donate today and give farmers like Vigneshwari the chance to thrive. Your generosity can transform lives and create lasting change.