Insights from Heifer projects and our work with partners to catalyze local solutions for global impact.
By Heifer International | December 2, 2021
Nearly 811 million people go to bed hungry each night. Chronic hunger is exacerbated by poverty, lack of nutrition education and social barriers. Heifer’s nutrition development model is holistically addressing these challenges to end world hunger.
With every harvest, smallholder farmers are securing a tomorrow where hunger is a thing of the past.
Meet Heifer’s eco-champions, smallholder farmers collectively driving sustainable change from Senegal’s drylands to Mexico’s seed sanctuaries.
Harnessing the power of collaboration, these women are breaking new ground, sharing their wisdom and resources to cultivate a future of mutual prosperity.
For 80 years, local visionaries have been the heartbeat of Heifer’s mission, transforming communities and crafting sustainable futures.
By Gaurisha Malhotra | November 12, 2021
Up against deep caste and patriarchal prejudices, women farmers in the Indian state of Bihar are changing the face of their participation in agriculture and business with Heifer India’s support.
By Karla Gutierrez and Aimée Knight | October 29, 2021
By Alyssa Cogan | October 28, 2021
Childhood hunger severely impacts learning by stunting children’s physical and cognitive development.
By A’Melody Lee Jacobi and Elizabeth Oywaya | October 8, 2021
Eggs are packed with all kinds of proteins and vitamins to keep us healthy. But these nutrient powerhouses are also a sustainable food, key to eliminating hunger and poverty.
By Dayo Aduroja | August 29, 2021
With the right support, including training and access to technology, youth in agriculture have the potential to grow more food, transform local food systems and build economies that lift entire communities out of poverty.
By Heifer Honduras | August 26, 2021
A group of intrepid local beekeepers supported by Heifer Honduras’ Leveraging Success project has created new opportunities by turning Las Selvas into an apiculture hub.
By Aimée Knight | August 6, 2021
Heifer farmers are reducing the accumulation of waste by producing chemical-free fertilizers, clean energy for cooking and nutrient-rich animal feed that elevates byproducts from waste to wonder — all while enriching the soil, the environment and their animals’ health.
By Gaurisha Malhotra | July 20, 2021
In India’s Bihar state, the process of drying animal dung for fuel is common — but harmful. Thanks to Heifer India installing a biogas unit in her home, farmer Sarita Kumari now combines dung and water to fuel her stove, create potent manure and save on costs.
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