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.
Working with governments, donors and 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
Reducing pesticide risks requires more than raising awareness. PlantwisePlus is using behavioural insights to understand what drives farmers’ decisions and support lasting changes in pest management practices.
What really changes pesticide use?
Discover how PlantwisePlus is working with farmers and partners to turn knowledge into safer pest management practices.
Changing minds, not just rules, reduces risks. Find out more →
Work with us
PlantwisePlus works with partners worldwide to support farmers in responding to plant health challenges.
Together, we can:
- Reduce crop losses that threaten food security
- Increase adoption of more sustainable practices
- Protect human health and biodiversity by reducing pesticide risks
- Strengthen national capacity to respond to emerging plant health threats
- Build more resilient agricultural systems
Get in touch to discuss opportunities to support PlantwisePlus.
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.
Working in partnership
Strengthening plant health systems through collaboration
We collaborate with over 350 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.
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.
