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Farmers

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Supporting farmer livelihoods

A variety of pulses, beans, spices, and vegetables are sourced by us, contributing significantly to the livelihoods of numerous farming families. Strong trade relationships with local collectors, known as Pwel Yone, have been established by farmers over generations.

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Our aspiration is to establish direct connections with farmers, enabling them to receive a more substantial share of the profits as a reward for their hard work, which can be reinvested into their businesses. This not only enhances their income but also provides improved access to higher education and healthcare.

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Emphasis is placed on products that exhibit drought tolerance. Pigeon peas, for instance, serve as a crucial income source for farmers in regions prone to drought. Even when maize crops fail, pigeon peas continue to yield fresh green pods that eventually mature into dried beans within brown pods. These are not only easily processed but also stored efficiently.

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High-quality inputs are provided to our farmers, including coffee seedlings, organic fertilizer, farming tools, pulpers, wood for raised beds, and sacks.

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Shade trees are also distributed to farmers, encompassing fruit trees, fodder trees, and fast-growing multipurpose trees. These fruit trees include banana, avocado, orange, jackfruit, and lychee. Apart from contributing to improved nutrition, these fruits can be sold, offering an additional income source.

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Incorporating these initiatives enables us to create a more sustainable and mutually beneficial agricultural ecosystem, where both farmers and consumers reap the rewards of ethical and environmentally responsible practices.

Healthy products

Pulse and beans are very healthy and help prevent stunting and poor nutrition. We source chickpeas and pigeon peas, staples in many local dishes. We want to build a legacy of strong and healthy farmers through a better understanding of nutrition.

 

Pigeon peas offer a staple nutritious diet to farming families and can grow into a sizable crop, with each plant producing hundreds of seeds. Bees also love the bright red and yellow pigeon pea flowers, ensuring better pollination for farmers’ crops.

 

As the world population continues to grow, demand for affordable plant-based protein will increase. We are scaling up our operations with keen focus on quality, price, and nutrition for all.

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Tamarind and forestry

Deforestation is a major concern in Myanmar with most families depending on the forest for fuel, wood, building, and new agricultural land. From 2002–2020, Myanmar recorded 4.40% reduction in primary forest area.

 

Our biodiversity is rich. We want to be part of incentivising tree planting, a win-win for the farmer and the environment. Tamarind production can help save many trees in the central regions of Myanmar. It is also drought-resistant, which is beneficial as droughts become more common due to climate change.

 

Deforestation is a major concern in Myanmar with most families depending on the forest for fuel, wood, building, and new agricultural land. From 2002–2020, Myanmar recorded a 4.40% reduction in primary forest area.

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