Farmer-to-Farmer Supports Sustainable Livestock Systems in Jamaica and Guyana
Livestock is a critical part of sustainable agriculture that international development projects must address to advance livelihoods globally while simultaneously protecting Earth’s precious natural resources. Since 1991, Partners of the Americas (POA) has worked on the USAID-funded Farmer-to-Farmer Program (F2F), which aims to improve the sustainable use of natural resources through direct technical assistance. F2F thrives because it is able to connect people with people- U.S. agricultural professionals (serving as F2F volunteers) collaborate with farmers and agriculture sector stakeholders in developing countries. In recent years, POA has made significant strides in Guyana and Jamaica, providing climate-smart technical assistance to support sustainable livestock systems. Guyana Guyana is particularly vulnerable to extreme weather events and changing climate patterns . Scientific data indicate that rising temperatures are leading to heat stress, severe water deficits, and increased