Organic Development Finance (ODF)

Excited for the next step in our journey 🌿 FOUNT.eu represented by Gemma Verhoeven, Bob Assenberg and Bernadette Blom took over the Management Board position of Organic Development Finance (ODF) as Fund Manager of ODF. Big shout out and thanks to Bas Kalshoven and Jos M. Adriaanse for their ongoing support and engaged management to bring ODF where it is today.

🌟 Exciting News from ODF! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce our latest investment in La Campiña Peru dedicated to improving farmer livelihoods through sustainable agriculture. 🌱 This investment will enable La Campiña to source high-quality organic ginger and cacao directly from local farmers, creating lasting value for rural communities. By supporting sustainable farming practices, La Campiña is not only enhancing the productivity and income of farmers but also contributing to the global demand for organic, ethically sourced produce. 🌍 At Organic Development Finance (ODF), we are proud to back impactful initiatives that empower farmers, promote sustainability, and drive inclusive growth. Together with La Campiña, we are sowing the seeds for a better future. 🌟 FOUNT.eu Samira Saidi Gemma Verhoeven Connor Barette Tradin Organic #Sustainableinvesting #OrganicFarming #ImpactInvestment #FarmersFirst #Peru #Agriculture

Exciting news! Our member FOUNT.eu's Organic Development Finance has secured a EUR 10 million loan from Invest International to boost organic agriculture in emerging markets. This funding will expand ODF’s capacity to provide fair-priced, much-needed working capital loans to SMEs in emerging markets that focus on aggregating and exporting organic ingredients. These companies play a crucial role in scaling sustainable agriculture and linking smallholder farmers to global markets. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fGdpIa #agriculture #emergingmarkets #smallholderfarmers #globalmarkets #sustainableagriculture

Empowering Organic Agriculture in Emerging Markets 🌍 We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone for Organic Development Finance (ODF): the commitment of a €10 million senior loan by Invest International This funding will enable ODF to expand its support for SMEs in emerging markets, providing fair-priced working capital to businesses that aggregate and export organic ingredients. By connecting smallholder farmers to global markets, we’re fostering sustainable agriculture and empowering local communities. ODF is managed by FOUNT.eu and initiated by Tradin Organic Key Highlights: ✅ Promoting sustainable practices that protect the environment. ✅ Supporting SMEs in scaling their operations and paying fair prices to farmers. ✅ Advancing a thriving organic value chain, from farm to fork. With backing from partners like Tradin Organic, USAID, and GIZ, ODF is uniquely positioned as a blended finance facility to drive impactful investments. This partnership with Invest International is a testament to our commitment to creating economic, social, and environmental resilience across the organic supply chain.  💡 Why it matters: Organic agriculture is vital for reducing harmful chemicals, improving soil health, and increasing biodiversity. Yet many businesses in emerging markets face financial barriers. Together, we’re bridging this gap and driving sustainable growth. 🌱 Join our journey: With this milestone, ODF is geared for further growth. We are looking forward to engage with more interested international traders, investors or donors to join our journey. Let’s continue to shape a future rooted in sustainability, equity, and environmental stewardship! #SustainableAgriculture #OrganicFarming #ImpactInvestment #EmergingMarkets #PartnershipsForSustainability Gemma Verhoeven Bas Kalshoven Jos M. Adriaanse Susie Hjorth Eric Mallant Gerard V. Bob Assenberg Connor Barette Gerard Vos Arnold van Garderen Michiel Slootweg Raymond Beimers Tanja Schmid Ceryl Verbokkem Eduard van der Heijden Bernadette Blom Read more about this partnership: https://lnkd.in/daVAEPzw

Attending BIOFACH / VIVANESS for Organic Development Finance (ODF) with Tradin Organic Connor Barette Maren Peters Great to meet suppliers, buyers and investors all active with us growing and supporting organic agriculture FOUNT.eu

Meet Sjoerd Melsert who recently joined the Organic Development Finance (ODF) as Fund Lead , Happy to have Sjoerd in our team !