Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

The study was conducted between October 2019 and June 2021 to assess how the CmiA training program and verification process affects the living conditions of farmers. The two comprehensive case studies conducted in Zambia and Côte d’Ivoire involved surveys of cotton farmer households, focus group discussions with village communities, and qualitative interviews with industry experts.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

“A highlight is the training that CmiA offers to small farmers, which has been shown to lead to increased cotton yields if done regularly. It can also contribute to positive cultural changes in village communities, where awareness has grown of the importance of education, gender equality, children’s rights, health and human rights. environmental protection through better chemical handling practices. For its part, the CmiA verification process has proved useful for the continuous improvement of the management capacities of local cotton companies, ultimately enabling them to enforce issues such as children’s rights, gender equality. and occupational safety, ”added the German foundation.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

In Côte d’Ivoire, the results of the assessment revealed that a favorable market environment allows CmiA’s approach to reach its full potential. Combined with a stable cotton price set at the national level, the way the country’s cotton sector is structured has a beneficial effect and ensures the stability of income and planning for farmers. Under these circumstances, CmiA was able to offer farmers constant knowledge transfer and skills development through its training program. Comparisons with 2015 data reveal that the average farming family in Côte d’Ivoire now earns almost 18% more of CmiA cotton sales.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

“The effects of climate change are already apparent and are becoming more and more noticeable. They represent a major challenge for small farmers in Africa, especially due to erratic rainfall. Farmers are also facing pressure from declining soil fertility, which can be attributed to decreased biodiversity and increased pest infestations, ”the report adds.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

Cotton made in Africa will continuously develop its training program in order to extend its positive influence on the living conditions of village communities and to strengthen the resilience of small farmers to external factors. “In light of the progression of climate change and its implications for smallholder farmers, we will invest more heavily in climate-smart farming practices. We are pleased that textile companies and brands have shown an increasing demand for CmiA certified cotton in recent years. This allows us to secure the financing of these future projects ”, Tina Stridde, Executive Director of the Aid by Trade Foundation, said in a statement.

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has had a positive impact on the living and working conditions of participating cotton farmers, according to a report. The study by Syspons, an independent consultancy, showed that CmiA can improve the lives of small farmers and their families on several levels, notably through its training activities.

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