Supporting smallholder farmers to predict, prepare for, and prevent plant health threats
Smallholder farmers produce around one-third of the world’s food, yet up to 40% of crops are lost each year to pests and diseases.
Climate change is accelerating plant health challenges worldwide. Smallholder farmers are on the front lines of this crisis.
Plant pests and invasive species, like fall armyworm, threaten crop yields and food security. Farmers often rely on pesticides to control them, but misuse can harm human health and beneficial insects.
With the support of partners, PlantwisePlus strengthens national plant health systems. We do this by equipping farmers with actionable knowledge and promoting sustainable crop protection practices that protect both livelihoods and biodiversity.
Impact that lasts
"I believe that my children's education will be guaranteed, and also my life will be transformed compared to how I previously lived."
Omar Mwandaro, papaya farmer, Kenya
PlantwisePlus is more than just a programme – it's a formula for impactful and lasting change. Find out how that change is reaching millions of farmers like Omar.
Read how PlantwisePlus is generating long-term impact and economic returns →
Work with us
With your support, we can continue to:
- Reduce crop losses that threaten food security
- Empower smallholder farmers with knowledge and sustainable practices
- Protect human health and biodiversity from pesticide overuse
- Strengthen national capacity to respond to emerging plant health threats
- Build climate-resilient agricultural systems for future generations
Contact us to explore how your support can make a meaningful impact.
Our impact in numbers
PlantwisePlus aims to reach 75 million smallholder farmers in 27 low- and lower-middle-income countries by 2030, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to improve their production practices.
For a deeper dive into the full scope of our work, visit the PlantwisePlus Results Dashboard.
Our stories of impact
Find out how PlantwisePlus delivers measurable impact. These stories highlight real outcomes such as increased crop yields, improved food security, and policy advancements, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable crop production.
Working in partnership
Strengthening plant health systems through collaboration
We collaborate with 305 in-country partners, including governments, research institutions, local NGOs, and regional plant protection organizations. We provide technical backstopping and digital tools while national partners lead implementation, ensuring sustainability and local ownership.
