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Agricultural expansion: 2016 — Agricultural Expansion
Farmer Participation
Field Practices
Developing the Work
2016 — Agricultural Expansion

2016: developing the agricultural side of our work.

Learn about the agricultural focus described in this milestone and the farming needs the initiative was intended to address.

Explore the agricultural expansion milestone in our timeline. Discover how the farming initiative connected crop practices, farmer participation and practical support, forming part of the company's wider development across its four sectors.

Farming Initiative
Farmer Participation
Field Practices
Developing the Work

100

First Farmers

45%

Yield Increase

5,000+

Farmers Today

5

Provinces Reached

6

Key Crops

2

Cooperatives Initially

Revolutionizing Agriculture

2016 marked a pivotal year for 2Five Group as we launched our first major agricultural program. Working directly with rural farmers, we introduced modern techniques that dramatically improved crop yields and quality.

Launched farmer training academies
Introduced high-yield seed varieties
Established irrigation infrastructure
Created cooperative market networks
Deployed soil testing programs
Built post-harvest storage facilities

Our approach combined training, quality inputs, and market access — creating a complete ecosystem that lifted farming communities out of subsistence agriculture into commercial viability.

Transforming Agriculture From the Ground Up

Starting with 100 farmers in two cooperatives, we introduced precision soil testing and improved seed varieties. Participating farmers saw a 45% yield increase in the first season, and today our programs reach 5,000+ farmers across 5 provinces.

Key Highlights

  • Started with 100 farmers, now serving 5,000+
  • 45% average yield increase in first season
  • 6 key crops: coffee, tea, rice, maize, vegetables, fruits
  • Post-harvest processing facilities in 3 provinces
  • Direct market linkages for cooperative products

How It Works

01

Assess

Soil testing, crop analysis, and farmer needs assessment

02

Train

Modern techniques, sustainable practices, and quality inputs

03

Support

Ongoing field support, monitoring, and technical assistance

04

Market

Post-harvest processing and direct market access

Client Success Stories

What Our Clients Say

"Before 2Five, my coffee harvest barely fed my family. Now I export specialty coffee to international buyers. My children go to school, and I've bought more land. Everything changed in 2016."
ME

Mama Espérance V.

Coffee Farmer, Kayanza Province

"2Five's integrated approach saved us time and resources. One partner for farming advice, construction, and technology — it's truly seamless."
AN

Alexis Ntakirutimana

Agricultural Entrepreneur

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Over 5,000 smallholder farmers across 5 provinces, organized through 50+ cooperatives with comprehensive support from training to market access.

We support six key Burundian crops: coffee, tea, rice, maize, vegetables, and fruits — each with specialized expertise and market linkages.

Yes, we continuously expand our farmer network. Contact us to discuss how your cooperative can benefit from our agricultural programs.

We facilitate access to quality seeds, fertilizers, and tools through cooperative purchasing programs, ensuring farmers get the best inputs at fair prices.

Join Our Agricultural Revolution

From 100 farmers in 2016 to over 1,000 today — discover how our farming programs can transform your community.