For over a year now, the Walmart Foundation has been supporting CGF to empower the farmers and FPCs (Farmer Producer Companies) of Maharashtra to become more climate resilient and improve their incomes. We’ve been supporting 12 FPCs and 10,000 farmers, 70% of whom are women, with: - Access to working capital through an RG (returnable grants) model designed for farmers, plus credit guarantee-backed loans for those needing larger financing - Climate-resilient training and access to social security schemes to help farmers adapt better to the challenges of climate change - Market linkages that help secure large buyers for farmers, alongside financial support through grants and infrastructural support that builds capacity With the help of our ecosystem-based, multi-intervention approach, rural communities have achieved sustainable economic improvement, improving the participation of women members and decision-makers in the FPOs and adopting regenerative agricultural practices to combat the effects of climate change. As we continue to get closer to our target of positively impacting the lives of 10,000 farmers, we’re reflecting on the impact we created in 2024. We’re excited to take forward these lessons into the new year and continue improving the quality of life for farmers through the power of collaboration and innovation. #ReturnableGrants #SustainableFarming #ClimateResiliency #EmpoweringFPOs #TheWalmartFoundation
