Our Work
The Food Crisis in Haiti
Our Five Workstreams
HFSA’s approach addresses multiple aspects of the food system simultaneously, creating synergies and amplifying impact.
Value Chain Investments
Supporting the production of corn, cassava, beans, eggs, and peanuts through improved seeds, training, and market linkages.
Key Activities:
- Quality seed distribution to 15,000+ farmers
- Post-harvest processing and storage facilities
- Direct market connections to feeding programs
- Farmer cooperative development
Applied Research & Development
Conducting research to improve agricultural practices, crop varieties, and food system efficiency in Haiti’s context.
Key Activities:
- Climate-adapted seed variety testing
- Soil health and agroecology research
- Market analysis and value chain studies
- Impact evaluation and data collection
Systems Coordination
Building connections between farmers, feeding programs, markets, and service providers to create an integrated food system.
Key Activities:
- Supply chain management and logistics
- Partner coordination and communication
- Quality assurance and standards
- Knowledge sharing platforms
Policy Advocacy
Advocating for policies that support local agriculture, food sovereignty, and sustainable food system development.
Key Activities:
- Engagement with government ministries
- Public narrative shift campaigns
- Documentation of local agriculture success
- Coalition building with allies
Value Chain Investments
Supporting the production of corn, cassava, beans, eggs, and peanuts through improved seeds, training, and market linkages.
Key Activities:
- Quality seed distribution to 15,000+ farmers
- Post-harvest processing and storage facilities
- Direct market connections to feeding programs
- Farmer cooperative development
Innovative Financing
Developing new funding mechanisms to support farmers and food system enterprises sustainably.
Key Activities:
- Revolving loan funds for farmers
- Agricultural insurance programs
- Impact investment opportunities
- Value chain financing models
How We Create Impact
Strengthen Production
Support farmers with training, seeds, and tools to increase yields and quality
Connect Markets
Link farmers directly to feeding programs and other institutional buyers
Build Systems
Coordinate partners, ensure quality, and advocate for supportive policies