Ganta Highway, Gbarnga,
Bong County, Liberia
Catalyst Liberia Inc. actively supports rural farmers in establishing and managing rubber plantations as part of its agricultural development initiatives. The organization provides technical assistance to farmers in rubber nursery development, plantation establishment, and sustainable management practices. By working with smallholder farmers and cooperatives, Catalyst helps enhance productivity, ensuring that rubber cultivation contributes to economic growth and improved livelihoods.
Through its various partnerships, Catalyst facilitates access to high-yield rubber seedlings, training programs on best agronomic practices, and support in pest and disease control. The organization also promotes intercropping strategies, allowing farmers to cultivate short-term food crops alongside rubber trees to generate income while waiting for the rubber trees to mature.
Additionally, Catalyst works to strengthen market linkages, ensuring that rural rubber farmers have better access to buyers and processors. By collaborating with both public and private stakeholders, the organization fosters value chain development, increasing the competitiveness of Liberian rubber in both local and international markets.
The integration of rubber farming into rural development aligns with Catalyst's broader mission of empowering communities through sustainable agriculture. With ongoing capacity-building efforts, technical support, and access to essential resources, Catalyst Liberia Inc. continues to enhance the role of rubber production in improving livelihoods and promoting economic resilience in Liberia.
