A new version of Agrinnovators.org is now available, providing a global hub for entrepreneurs in the agri-food sector
- 15/07/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
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COLEAD is pleased to announce the new version of Agrinnovators.org. This new version has been developed as part of the FFM+ programme, in collaboration with PAFO, the OECD, IICA, PFO and UN Women. While the platform was previously focused mainly on African entrepreneurs, it is now open to all regions of the world, strengthening our commitment to South-South cooperation and knowledge sharing. Agrinnovators.org is a dynamic platform that connects entrepreneurs, companies, and experts to accelerate the development of sustainable solutions… +Gender: COLEAD trains its experts to fully integrate gender into their training programmes
- 15/07/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
As part of the Fit For Market Plus programme, COLEAD has just launched a new training course for trainers dedicated to ‘Strengthening facilitation and communication skills for gender mainstreaming in the agri-food sector’. This five-week programme brings together 16 carefully selected experts, supported by two educational and two technical experts. The course is directly aligned with the practical implementation of COLEAD’s Gender Strategy, which aims to embed gender equality at the heart of sustainable agri-food value chains. The objective is… +Rachel Renie, an inspirational figure from Trinidad and Tobago who combines entrepreneurship, innovation and social impact
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
Rachel Renie is a visionary entrepreneur and a leading force in Trinidad and Tobago’s agri-food sector. As the co-founder and Managing Director of D’Market Movers Ltd, Rachel has redefined how food is sourced, sold, and consumed in the Caribbean. Her bold vision, combined with her entrepreneurial spirit, has not only transformed food distribution in her country but also laid the foundation for empowering women and local communities through innovation and sustainable practices. D’Market Movers: bridging farmers and families In 2009,… +FFM+ programme after three years: results illustrate horticulture’s progress towards a more sustainable ecosystem in OACPS member countries
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
In the face of a series of health, climate, economic and geopolitical crises, the resilience of the horticulture sector in African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries is a strategic priority. The Fit For Market Plus (FFM+) programme, implemented by COLEAD with funding from the European Union and the OACPS, has been a driving force for change for three years, combining technical support, systemic action and innovation in the field. Designed from the outset to respond to post-COVID disruptions, FFM+ has… +Supporting horticultural certification – the success story of the KLO Mango Farmers & Processors Association in Ghana
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
In many countries, COLEAD’s Fit For Market Plus (FFM+) programme supports farmers and agricultural organisations in their efforts to adopt sustainable practices and achieve international certification. The recent experience of the KLO Mango Farmers & Processors Association (Klomangfpa) in Ghana is a concrete example of the impact of this support. Klomangfpa successfully renews its GLOBALG.A.P. certification This achievement is the result of an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to high standards of sustainable horticultural production. As part of… +A look back at Gulfood 2025: a world-class exhibition offering a wealth of opportunities, particularly for the still under-represented countries of sub-Saharan Africa
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
This article is based on observations and meetings made by the COLEAD team in Dubai during the show last February. The mission has been implemented through the Fit For Market Plus programme. A world-class show, but with a still limited African presence Gulfood is the largest food exhibition in the Middle East, attracting more than 5,500 exhibitors from around 130 countries. The last edition took place in Dubai in February 2025. Every year it brings together companies from all over… +Vocational training as a lever for sustainable change – Mission to Kenya and Tanzania for the ‘E-learning Africa 2025’ Forum
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
At COLEAD, partnership is not an option: it is a cornerstone of our work and our impact. It shapes our approach, guides our interventions and drives a strategy for systemic change. This strong choice reflects a commitment to shared governance, equitable cooperation and a shared vision of sustainable development, and is an essential lever for maximising the impact of our actions on the ground, particularly in the area of vocational training. Kenya and Tanzania: a mission to strengthen skills and… +COLEAD’s gender strategy plan in action: example of a training of trainers course to strengthen local capacities
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
Gender equality is central to sustainable development and a key pillar of COLEAD’s mission. Particularly in the African, Caribbean and Pacific countries where the organisation works through the FFM+ programme, women play a crucial role in agriculture and the rural economy. However, they face many barriers to their economic participation. COLEAD is committed to removing these barriers and promoting women’s economic empowerment as a lever for inclusive and sustainable growth. A gender mainstreaming strategy at all levels COLEAD’s Gender Action… +Moroccan International Agricultural Exhibition (SIAM) 2025: COLEAD mobilised to provide insights on EU regulatory developments and strengthen ties with African and European agri-food professionals
- 06/05/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
From 22 to 25 April 2025, COLEAD took part—for the second consecutive year—in the Moroccan International Agricultural Exhibition (SIAM) in Meknes, at the invitation of the European Union Delegation (EUD). This mission aimed to promote the AGRINFO programme, funded by the EU, along with digital resources developed by COLEAD through the Fit for Market Plus (FFM+) programme. Explaining regulatory changes in the European Union Ingrid Morvan, expert from COLEAD’s Regulations and Standards Department, led two sessions at SIAM titled “Exporting… +Patricia Zoundi Yao, entrepreneur and African champion of sustainable development, is an inspiration to us. What about you?
- 08/04/2025
- Posted by: Sandra Borma
- Category: News
Patricia Zoundi Yao is a social entrepreneur, impact leader, and dedicated advocate for rural Africa. She is committed to fostering sustainable agriculture, a more inclusive economy, and the promotion of local value chains. At the crossroads of agriculture, technology, and social development Patricia Zoundi Yao is not just any entrepreneur. She embodies a new generation of changemakers in Africa, bridging the worlds of agribusiness, inclusive technology, and the empowerment of rural women. She is the founder of Canaan Land, an… +