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Insights from Heifer projects and our work with partners to catalyze local solutions for global impact.
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The Honey Dilemma: How Mexican Beekeepers Are Stuck in a Sticky Situation
By Jason Woods | March 23, 2020
The beekeeping industry in Mexico is facing a total estimated loss of 10.7 billion pesos ($576 million) a year due to cheaper competition in the form of adulterated honey coming in from other countries. Small-scale apiarists, like those who work with Heifer Mexico, are hit the hardest.
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No Woman Alone
When women farmers organize, opportunity reaches further.
Credit Where It's Due
Give women farmers access to finance — and watch food systems change.
Food, Farmers and the Future
With every harvest, smallholder farmers are securing a tomorrow where hunger is a thing of the past.
Climate Heroes
Meet Heifer’s eco-champions, smallholder farmers collectively driving sustainable change from Senegal’s drylands to Mexico’s seed sanctuaries.
Strength in Sisterhood
Harnessing the power of collaboration, these women are breaking new ground, sharing their wisdom and resources to cultivate a future of mutual prosperity.
Local Leaders
For 80 years, local visionaries have been the heartbeat of Heifer’s mission, transforming communities and crafting sustainable futures.
Equality
Actor Uzo Aduba and eBay Team Up to Support Heifer for the Holidays
By Heifer International | March 4, 2020
eBay is partnering with actress Uzo Aduba to provide buyers and sellers multiple ways to support women and girls around the world.
Lifestyle
10 Things to Know About Nepal
By Jason Woods | March 3, 2020
Nepal may be known for the world’s tallest peak and a funky looking flag, but there’s much more to discover about this South Asian country.
Equality
5 Inspiring Women Who Are Conquering Poverty and Inequity
By Heifer International | March 3, 2020
Food & Water
Banana Mango Pineapple Pears: Growing the Legendary North American Pawpaw
By Heifer International | February 13, 2020
The elusive pawpaw is legendary for its unique flavor and texture. Seeking them out isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it.
Food & Water
The True Cost of Our Coffee Habit
By Jason Woods | January 24, 2020
Regardless of how much we pay for our morning cup of coffee, chances are good that the farmers who grew it see very little of the profit and live in poverty.
Lifestyle
Delightfully Weird Holiday Traditions Around the World
By Bethany Ivie | December 18, 2019
You'd Better Watch Out: Holiday Horrors and Truly Terrifying Traditions from Around the Globe
By Jason Woods | December 12, 2019
In the United States, children who look forward to Christmas presents under the tree in December have to be good all year long, or else they’ll get coal in their stockings. I’m here to tell you, Santa Claus lets American kids off easy. Elsewhere, ghouls and goblins lurk at every turn, and the consequences of not being on your best behavior are severe. Here are a handful of the terrible creatures to make you thankful Santa’s such a softy.