Stronger partnerships for a better future

Welcome to our HRNS Newsletter, Muddy Boots, here on LinkedIn.

At HRNS, we believe innovation flourishes when we come together, combining resources and expertise to empower smallholder families worldwide.

The past year demonstrated the remarkable progress possible through collaboration. From implementing climate-resilient farming techniques to strengthening community resilience, partnerships have been at the heart of every success. Yet, there is still untapped potential to achieve more - to innovate further, support livelihoods, and build resilience in the face of evolving challenges.

In the upcoming year, HRNS is committed to being a proactive implementer, driven by the needs and aspirations of smallholder families. Together, we can unlock sustainable solutions that truly make a difference.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

Yours,

Felix Opio , Co-Country Manager, HRNS Uganda

Transforming Coffee Farming Amid Climate Challenges in Indonesia

Indonesian coffee farmers face declining yields and crop failures due to climate change. The transition to sustainable farming faces significant hurdles, primarily rooted in traditional farming mindsets. Many farmers still view soil and plants as separate systems rather than interconnected elements of a larger ecosystem.

• HRNS promotes sustainable farming with Good Agricultural Practices and Analog Forestry.
• Success stories reveal improved yields, restored biodiversity, and community-driven conservation.
• Collaboration with local NGO HaKI supports 1,000 families, fostering resilience and ownership.

Read more about this project

Unlocking Circular Economy Opportunities in Brazil

Coffee production and processing generates significant volumes of organic waste, with roughly 2.1 tons of husks per hectare alone. Enhancing recycling culture and creating a circular economy concept is a promising answer to tackle the issue. Read about our Brazilian project "Back to the Roots" which focused on circular economy approach and a waste-free coffee supply chain

"Localization is about power and resources – about shifting power and shifting resources."

Joanne Sonenshine , Funding Advisor

Read why locally led development increases efficiency and sustainability of development cooperation and subsequent developmental successes

???SAfA Tanzania on Air! At the end of January, our Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung - HRNS Tanzania Staff, had its first radio interview session with two local radio stations. This initiative aims to bring important conversations about sustainable agriculture directly to farmers and youth in the project regions. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many young people eager to learn more and get involved in the project's activities. Find out when we’ll be LIVE again

?Shaping the future of Yayu Coffee! Ethiopia's rich coffee heritage has taken a big step forward! Our recent workshop in Addis Ababa brought together key stakeholders to develop a Geographical Indication (GI) Protocol for Yayu Coffee - a unique forest coffee from the Yayu Coffee Forest Biosphere Reserve. Read why this is important and how we approached it

??Building resilient communities through collaboration: In late 2024, TeamUp Uganda hosted a dialogue in Kampala, that brought together 25 Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff to explore the transformative model of cross-sector collaboration. Discussions focused on leveraging policy and budget frameworks to support youth-focused initiatives in the agriculture, water, and health sectors. Read about the key milestones we achieved

?? We are grateful to Miguel Zamora , coffee public-private task force coordinator, for citing us in his New Year post at LinkedIn, highlighting the importance of striving for livelihoods in coffee farming communities. Ensuring farmer prosperity is a shared goal, and together, we can make a meaningful impact! ??

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