New Case Study from TechnoServe Highlights Women’s Economic Empowerment in Peru’s Coffee Sector
The case study highlights impactful strategies for achieving gender equality in coffee production
Burundi Coffee: Uplifting Farmers and Enhancing Global Quality
Burundi, nicknamed the heart of Africa, produces mainly Arabica coffee, which is known for its bright acidity, rich fruit notes, and well-balanced body. In 2022, the nation exported $31.1M of coffee, making this an important cash crop…
Women’s Leadership and Economic Empowerment in Peru’s Coffee Sector
Empowering women is one of the most effective ways to fight poverty. However, in agricultural supply chains like coffee, women face significant cultural and structural barriers. They often lack access to critical resources such as land, finance, and education—key tools for participating fully in the economy and contributing…
Coffee Alliance for Excellence Caps Seven Years of Impact in Peru with International Recognition
The USAID Peru initiative, implemented by TechnoServe with support from JDE Peet’s, benefited more than 14,000 people
Women on the Frontlines of Climate Change: Cherly del Carmen López
Women comprise 70% of the world's low-income people, making them especially vulnerable to climate change. But with the right support, they can be a tremendous force for protecting their livelihoods, their families, and the environment.
TechnoServe Coffee Lead Backs Decision to Delay EUDR Implementation, Lays Out Priorities ahead of New Deadline
The additional time must be used to ensure that the EU Deforestation Regulations "benefit both the planet and smallholder livelihoods."
Vetiver Wetlands: A Simple, Nature-Based Solution for Sustainable Coffee Production
TechnoServe is helping coffee farmers adopt an innovative, natural, and low-cost solution to prevent water and soil pollution.
Brewing a Better Future: Shanthi’s Journey in Sustainable Coffee Farming
Coffee is a lifeline for millions of farming families. In Andhra Pradesh, smallholder tribal farmers like Shanthi have long cultivated coffee, but they remain far removed from the trends and benefits of the emerging market. Today, with support from TechnoServe, she is part of the specialty coffee movement—learning cupping, improving quality, and earning higher prices.
Women Coffee Farmers are Gaining a New Lens on Life
A participatory photography method called Photovoice is allowing women coffee farmers in Peru to reflect on their journeys as leaders in their families and communities.
Transforming Uganda’s Agriculture: How Smallholder Farmers Are Leading the Way
In northern Uganda, 35-year-old Joseph Kojo is championing peer learning and collaboration to improve agricultural productivity and community success.
