Monthly Archives: August 2025

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Naia Seda Martinez

August 26, 2025
Naia Seda Martinez will use the funds to purchase an industrial pulper to process all the fruit they produce.
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RAFI’s Hurricane Farmer Relief Fund Activity Wraps Up 

August 22, 2025
RAFI’s Hurricane Farmer Relief Fund raised over $290,000 to help farmers recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton with emergency grants, rebuilding support, and technical assistance. Building on this response, RAFI has created a permanent Disaster Response Team to strengthen readiness for future climate-driven disasters.
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[CLOSED] Job Posting: Farmer Advocate

August 14, 2025
The Farmer Advocate will provide one-on-one technical assistance to financially distressed farmers, helping them assess options, access credit, and stabilize operations. This role is instrumental in achieving positive outcomes and supporting farms of all types and descriptions.
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Puerto Rico Farmers Learn Solar Pumping Techniques

August 5, 2025
On July 30, RAFI hosted a field day at Finca Don Cotto in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico, where about 20 farmers learned to install and use solar-powered water pumps. Led by RAFI staff and a solar electrician, the hands-on workshop addressed irrigation challenges and cost barriers. RAFI is helping reduce equipment costs through bulk purchases. More field days are planned to expand access to sustainable, affordable water solutions across the island.
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