Smallholder farmers’ access to finance in low- and middle-income countries: a rapid evidence assessment

February 16, 2024

The FCDO invites bids by 27 February 2024 to review existing research on smallholder farmers’ access to finance in low- and middle-income countries.

The purpose of this Evidence Fund evaluation is to review existing research on smallholder farmers’ access to finance in low- and middle-income countries, with the goal of supporting their transition to sustainable agricultural practices.

The Rapid Evidence Assessment (REA) aims to:

  • map the current financial landscape

  • assess the impact of finance on sustainable practices

  • identify gaps in the literature – setting the stage for future research, policy, and development programmes

The initiative is driven by the need identified by the FCDO’s Investment in Forest and Sustainable Land Use 2 (IFSLU2) program, responding to a call for targeted support to smallholders and incorporating a specific component (Component 2) for this purpose. The REA will lay the groundwork for further research and development initiatives.

What the fund will achieve

The evaluation will:

  • directly inform activities under current programmes

  • shape the design of future programmes

  • provide evidence for FCDO and the wider sector

How to apply

Email your technical and commercial proposal to the Evidence Fund Manager [email protected] by 5pm GMT on 27 February 2024. Late bids will not be accepted. 

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