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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetApía Association of Banana Farmers
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No results found.This document details the experience of the Apía Association of Banana Farmers (ASOPLAPÍA) in Colombia, emphasizing its achievements and growth in banana production and commercialization. ASOPLAPÍA has developed a successful model that leverages family farming within a complex institutional framework, allowing small producers to enter both local and export markets through collective organization and certification processes. With over a decade of secure commercial agreements, the association’s collaboration with governmental institutions has provided essential support for training, capital formation, and technical assistance.The report highlights the internal organizational improvements of ASOPLAPÍA, which transitioned from centralized management to a more structured distribution of responsibilities, enhancing its administrative and financial operations. The association also offers a range of services to its members, including transportation, technical assistance, and a solidarity fund, promoting both productivity and the quality of life for its members. Additionally, it provides access to education funds and a funeral benefits scheme, reflecting ASOPLAPÍA’s commitment to member welfare.ASOPLAPÍA serves as a model for sustainable small-scale farming, showing how structured support and collective management can lead to resilience and growth in rural agricultural enterprises. The association’s approach demonstrates the benefits of solidarity and strategic partnerships, positioning it as a key player in the banana value chain in Colombia. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBelén de Umbría Blackberry Producers' Association
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No results found.This document reviews the growth and development of the Belén de Umbría Blackberry Producers Association (ASMOBEL) in Colombia, emphasizing its adaptation to the challenges faced by small-scale farmers. Initially supported by public and private sector partnerships, ASMOBEL developed a robust model for blackberry production, overcoming dependency on coffee cultivation and establishing stability through diversified income sources. The association's collaboration with entities like Postobón secured reliable, long-term sales agreements for its members, providing stability and fair pricing.ASMOBEL has strengthened its internal management by implementing accounting systems and forming steering committees for fund management, supported by rural development programs. This progress allowed the association to handle projects and finances more efficiently, enhancing transparency and member confidence in the organization’s leadership. Consistent technical assistance and capacity-building efforts have been essential to sustaining these management improvements.The association’s success highlights the importance of external support and continuous training. ASMOBEL’s partnership with organizations such as the National Coffee Growers Federation, SENA, and ASOHOFRUCOL has enabled it to build resilience and drive economic opportunities for local producers. ASMOBEL now stands as a model for small agricultural organizations, showing how structured support and effective management can open new market opportunities for rural communities. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBelén de Umbría Lulo producers’ association
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No results found.Based on the information collected and the analysis done, ASLUBEL’s experience allows reflecting on certain important characteristics of the company’s trajectory. Besides explainingits achievements, the information provides learning and relevant lessons for various actors that in different ways cooperate in benefit of sustainable participation of small rural companies in numerous value chains, particularly for leaders of producer organizations, and teams responsible for the cycles of design, implementation and evaluation of public policies, as well as private sector actors.
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