Smallholder Farmer Needs Report 2024

EIP’s second Smallholder Farmer Needs Report offers a deep understanding of smallholder farmers’ challenges and actionable solutions. Building on last year’s insights, this report has expanded to cover 3,088 farmers across 22 districts in 3 states, with a special focus on critical issues like soil health and market access.

Some Key Findings for Needed Solutions

  • Soil Health Data Gaps

    Limited soil testing options lead to poor fertilizer use, harming soil health and productivity.

  • Irregular Rainfall

    Unpredictable rain patterns are a top concern, disrupting planning for rainfed farms.

  • Post-Harvest Losses

    Lack of storage solutions results in crop spoilage and financial losses.

By downloading this report you will gain:

Data-Driven Insights: Explore survey results and analyses that reflect the realities faced by smallholder farmers (SHF).

Actionable Recommendations: Leverage expert advice tailored to improve SHF support systems.

Opportunities for Collaboration: Identify pathways to partner with stakeholders- SHF, tech solution partners, distributors, etc. - and develop impactful solutions.

Download the report here!