Update: Mali Coup Situation
As you may already know, there has been an apparent coup attempt in Mali. Government offices in Bamako have been shut down, awaiting further notice. We’ve been in contact with our partners and colleagues there, and are relieved to hear from them that all are safe and sound. Read More… Read More ...
Why Do Small-holder Farmers Matter?
…Because even though they’re among the world’s poorest farmers, they are the guardians of genetic diversity. USC Canada’s Seeds of Survival co-founder, Dr. Melaku Worede, has once again clearly articulated the critical role of small farmers. Check out his interview in the most recent issue of D+C, the well-respected German journal on development and cooperation. Read More… Read More ...
Spotlight on Cuba
Our colleagues in Cuba recently published a climate impact study showing farms involved in USC-funded work in Cuba have significantly fewer greenhouse gas emissions and are notably more energy efficient than conventional farms. But organic farming has many other benefits, and this short photo essay highlights the benefits Cuban farmers have reported since the program began. Read More… Read More ...
USC Champions: Spotlight on Canadian Volunteers
What an amazing gang of USC Canada supporters, working in all kinds of ways across Canada and beyond. Take a look at what they’ve been up to in this photo essay of recent events and activities! Read More… Read More ...
Burkina Faso Food Crisis Funding
Insufficient and erratic rainfall, poor harvests, and overpriced food are combining to create a severe food crisis in Burkina Faso that will last for at least a few months, if not longer. A new $25K grant from the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation (MCIC) will go a long way towards helping the farmers that USC Canada is supporting in the country’s north. Read More… Read More ...
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