*Our priority farmers: Since nearly the entire population engages in farming, we will focus on widows, the poorest of the poor, and families with small children. Please consider a one-time or recurring donation donation of $35, $40, or $150 per month

RURAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP: End Starving Season

Farmers in the program achieve remarkable results:

  • Collect 2-7X their typical crop yield (subject to rainfall)

  • Generate 8-10 months of food for a family of five

  • Work on 2.5 acres in just 2 days instead of 28 days

  • Dig deeper furrows with the plows for crop’s stability

What do we do?

Teêbo provides essential tools, fertilizer, and education to hardworking farmers. We also monitor key crop health metrics and offer valuable guidance on best practices in cultivation, seed storage, and animal husbandry.

 How do we do it?

With your support, we're breaking the chains of hunger and poverty that plague many villages during the Starving Season. We consistently raise funds to procure the following:

  • Plows at ~$40

  • Bags of fertilizer for ~ $35

  • Oxen at ~$360

Why do we do it?

In Burkina Faso, ~90% of the population relies on subsistence agriculture and livestock raising. However, 2X/year, many villagers endure the agony of the Starving Season, marked by inadequate rainfall, subpar seed storage, and a lack of fertilizer. Farmers and their families struggle to survive during these times.

#EndStarvingSeason seeks to break this cycle of suffering and offer a brighter future for all. The ripple effect of increased crop yields is astounding. It paves the way for an enhanced quality of life, keeping families together and children in schools and generating surplus crops for income. In turn, it strengthens and revitalizes the communities.