Seeds of hope

With seedlings, advice, and commitment, John Makur's abundant garden teaches his community that there is more to agriculture than raising cattle.

"The land will yield its harvest, and God, our God, will bless us"

With the presence of relief after conflicts and poverty, many Sudanese depend on food relief agencies for daily bread. Across’s Peace Economy Program equips farmers to move their communities away from such dependence. The program trains people to be stewards of the environment through training, farmer networks, and demonstration farms, creating awareness of food management. Microfinance provides a means of transition and income for farmers and communities.