OUR WORK
Our proven methodology is rooted in a philosophy of providing market-driven solutions tailored to farming communities of war-torn lands, serving as a catalyst for industry-wide development.
OUR THEORY OF CHANGE
By improving farm techniques, addressing supply chain gaps, and supporting local exporters in reaching high-value markets, Roots of Peace improves livelihoods and contributes to building peace in war-torn lands.
Step 1: Identify the Challenge
We work with farmers and local communities to remove the remnants of war, then identify the agricultural challenges hindering the ability of client beneficiaries to achieve maximum income potential.
Step 2: Design Interventions aimed at improving quality and production
This may involve introducing grape farmers to trellising, which more than doubles output, or replacing low-value cereal crops with high-value fruits and nuts. We also train farmers in the latest agricultural techniques and provide machinery grants so that exporters can transition to high-volume processing.
Step 3: Increase exports to high-paying markets
We make sure exporters have the tools and training to meet the demands of discerning overseas markets, then link them with buyers in those markets, thereby generating greater revenue for exporters and the farmers they serve.
Step 4: Generate Peace and Prosperity
By repairing gaps in the agricultural value chain, we help our clients achieve greater economic independence, a fundamental requirement for peace.