Food Security, Seed Genetics Matthew Willingham Food Security, Seed Genetics Matthew Willingham

The Crucial Role of Seed Genetics in Agriculture

In our work, understanding and investing in seed genetics is more than just a scientific pursuit — it's a calling to nurture the land, feed communities, and honor God's creation.

Seed genetics encompass the inherited traits that determine a plant’s characteristics, such as yield, drought tolerance, disease resistance, and nutritional content. As farmers face challenges from climate change, pests, and resource limitations, developing and promoting superior seed varieties becomes essential.

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Central Asia, Portfolio Partner, Oasis Agro, C Fund Matthew Willingham Central Asia, Portfolio Partner, Oasis Agro, C Fund Matthew Willingham

The Feast of Second Chances

“Shortly after the fine was reduced, I was invited to a party. I’ve lived in Kyrgyzstan for ten years but I didn’t really get the significance of the event until the host gathered his guests and shared his story,” Micah said. “The man explained he had barely escaped a near-fatal car accident weeks prior..."

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Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia, Oasis Agro, C Fund Matthew Willingham Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia, Oasis Agro, C Fund Matthew Willingham

Thanks to Farming Friends in Kyrgyzstan + Georgia!

Working closely with farmers and ag businesses mean our mostly-volunteer team is often traveling! Ag development requires trust, which means spending time together in-person as often as we can.

A small team recently visited two key partners in the Republic of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan.

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Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Oasis Agro Matthew Willingham Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Oasis Agro Matthew Willingham

An Update on Oasis Agro, Corruption in Kyrgyzstan

Over the past few months, we’ve shared tough updates surrounding one of our most established ag partners, Oasis Agro in Central Asia.

Thanks to all of you who’ve donated, prayed, and followed along as we support our friends in Kyrgyzstan as they serve thousands of farmers across the region. Here’s an update from our board chair, Kevin Stark…

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