The importance of their contribution in agricultural production and the significant impact they have in bringing about change in their communities is increasingly recognized. Partners' Farmer to Farmer program is committed to providing women agriculturalists with access to technical assistance and information to improve their production and marketing systems. In the US, women agriculturalists are key participants in planning and carrying out Farmer to Farmer projects. Partners ensures that at least 30 percent of its volunteers are women. Through Farmer to Farmer , individuals share their skills, interests and energy.
Citizens engage in solving problems through participation with local organizations.
The effectiveness of such groups is critical for a strong civil society. This is democracy at work. By fostering this contact and cooperation, Farmer to Farmer lets agriculturalists share the benefit of their experience and form lasting bonds through their institutions and communities. The Farmer to Farmer Program is funded by the US Agency for International Development.