OUR STORY · ESTABLISHED 1995
For small farmers.
For rural families.
For a stronger Caribbean.
A PURPOSE THAT CONNECTS US
Founded in St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 1995, ECTAD Caribbean is a nonprofit, voluntary, nongovernmental rural development organisation.
Our work puts small farming families at its centre. By strengthening skills, supporting sustainable resource management and connecting farmers with markets, we help build a more secure future for rural communities.
We believe progress grows from local knowledge, practical expertise and farmers taking an active role in shaping their livelihoods.
OUR MISSION
To improve the quality of life of small farmers and their families by strengthening their capacity to earn sustainable, profitable incomes and manage their resources responsibly.
OUR VISION
Sustained economic and social prosperity for rural farming communities across the Caribbean and beyond.
WHAT DRIVES OUR WORK
From how farmers organise to how produce reaches the market, our approach keeps communities at the centre.
We work with members on approaches that help rural and agricultural organisations reduce dependency on donors and governments and build a stronger foundation for the future.
Farmers take responsibility for grading, packaging, shipping and distribution. Their involvement helps them retain more of the value created and keep that wealth within rural communities.
Our agri-health work raises awareness of the relationship between agriculture, nutrition and health, encouraging a greater appreciation of nutritious, locally grown foods.
HOW WE MOVE FORWARD
Our strategies bring people and ideas together to develop practical, farmer-led solutions.
High-quality expertise, indigenous knowledge and solutions led by farmers.
Long-term vision and sustainable approaches to working with people.
Good practices, new ideas, knowledge generation and information sharing.
Collaboration across the public and private sectors.
OUR WORK IN PICTURES
A closer look at the people, produce and connections behind our work. Select any photograph to view it in full.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PURPOSE
Farmer leadership, coordination and volunteer expertise across the region.
Farmer Leader
Chief Coordinator
Secretary
Administrative Officer
Volunteer Agriculture Specialist
Volunteer Partner Representative · Guyana
Volunteer Partner Representative · Jamaica
Volunteer Partner Representative · Suriname
Volunteer
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