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In 2024, the Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) faced unprecedented demand, with over 360 project proposals reflecting the aspirations of millions. Constrained by limited resources, we approved 18 projects, investing USD 135.56 million – directly benefiting 196,000 smallholders, supporting 540,000 farmers, and sustaining 11,800 jobs.

We launched the Agricultural Commodity Transformation (ACT) Fund, a USD 100 million initiative to restore ecosystems and ensure justice in value chains. At the heart of our work lies Humanizing the Value Chains (HVC) – embedding fairness, dignity, and transparency into every transaction through innovations like blockchain, minimum pricing, and Micro-repatriation.

Across 104 countries, our projects continue to empower producers, proving that transformation rises from the ground up. Yet, over 1,500 unfinanced projects remain, awaiting support. We invite all partners to join us in rewriting the rules of trade – ensuring the hands that feed and sustain us are seen, valued, and fairly rewarded.

DIGITAL REPORT

Gender lens impact investing: a catalyst for change in commodity value chains

The impact of voluntary sustainability standards on small-scale farmers in global commodity chains

The Fourth Industrial Revolution: benefits and threats for commodity-dependent developing countries

Building the pillars of an agricultural marketing system - The case of ACE, Malawi

The Sustainable Development Goals and Impact Measurement - – A CFC Journey

Understanding the dynamics of Circular Financial Flows in the Commodity Sector

Powering commodity value chains with sustainable energy

Health-food specialty products:

a promising market for farmers from developing countries?

Strategies and initiatives for security and development in the Sahel