Author Archives: Hatim Issoufaly

Complying with the new EU Directive on Zero Deforestation

As part of the European Green Deal, an agreement was finally announced in December 2022 between the European Council and the EU Parliament on an anti-deforestation directive, aimed at eliminating the import or processing of products produced from deforestation.

Effective Strategies Towards Engaging Smallholders

When industrial companies want to work effectively with smallholders, designing an effective training and communication strategy is key. Selecting the right channel, or combination of channels can achieve the desired results at an acceptable cost. Ksapa is sharing tips based on its expertise and programs in this article.

Supporting Indonesian Rubber Plantation Farmers Working With Porsche and Michelin

Ksapa is working with Porsche and Michelin to design and deploy the first natural rubber project that encompasses the entirety of the supply chain: smallholder farmers and partners, a natural rubber processing company, a tire maker and a car maker.

Rekindling Smallholders’ Food Sovereignty

Ksapa considers how to reunite smallholders with food sovereignty: what are the underpinning political choices and what’s to be done about it?

Tips to Increase Smallholder Farmers Adoption of Sustainable Practices

Smallholder farmers represent 70% of food production in the world. Transfering sustainable practices at their level is critical to build more resilient and inclusive chains. Here are tips to succeed.