Farmers' Bridge

Bridging Smallholder Farmers to Resources
and Opportunities

Illustration representing Farmer's Bridge

We envision a rural area where each farmer can access resources and receive fair reward for their efforts in rural economy and our food system as a whole.

1000+ Farmers Reached
50+ Farmers Supported
70+ Village Reached
100+ Jobs Created

Vision & Mission

Our roadmap for transforming Myanmar's agricultural landscape

Vision

TTTD aims to become a leading value chain development firm for smallholder farmers in Myanmar, enhancing their resilience, expanding economic opportunities, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Mission

  • Improve smallholder farmers' knowledge and access to agricultural technologies.
  • Increase participation of women, youth, and farmers in the rural and urban economy through digital technology and distribution networks.
  • Become a sustainable MSME by expanding domestic trade and exporting rural community commodities to foreign markets.

Business and Impact Objectives

01

Value Chain Development

Develop value-chain activities for income-boosting climate-resilient crops to improve smallholder farmers' livelihoods and enhance Myanmar's domestic market or export potential.

02

Digital Empowerment

Empower rural and urban community members with economic opportunities through digital infrastructure and distribution networks, generating both financial returns and social impact.

03

Sustainable Agriculture

Promote sustainable agriculture for rural smallholder farmers through programs and partnership initiatives.

04

Sustainable MSME

Establish as a sustainable MSME in Myanmar that is owned by its employees and farmers.

Our Values

The principles that guide our work and relationships

Empathy

"Value the perspectives and needs of our customers, our people, and stakeholders."

Transparency

"Open about what we do and how we do it. We want people to learn from us."

Resilience

"Always learn from farmers and solve problems together with farmers. Collectively, we are most resilient."

People

"It's you, who can make a difference in farmers' lives and our rural communities. Free to discover your 'WHY'."

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Under these core values, we design different careers with purpose and impacts in TTTD. More importantly, we also believe that "People in our team, and farmers(our customers) are also assets for all of us to learn from and co-create solutions." Together, we serve as a bridge and a diverse support system for farmers, always standing alongside them to overcome different challenges and unlock opportunities.

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Our Services

Comprehensive solutions designed to empower farming communities and build sustainable agricultural systems

01

Contract Farming Service

We establish formal agreements with farmers to grow specific crops with guaranteed purchase commitments. This service provides farmers with market security, technical support, and access to quality inputs, while ensuring consistent supply for buyers and reducing market volatility.

  • Guaranteed purchase agreements
  • Technical farming support
  • Quality assurance programs
  • Risk mitigation strategies
02

Innovative Inputs Service

We provide access to cutting-edge agricultural inputs including organic fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and climate-smart technologies. Our inputs are carefully selected to improve crop yields, reduce environmental impact, and enhance soil health for sustainable farming practices.

  • Organic and bio-based inputs
  • Climate-smart technologies
  • Soil health enhancement
  • Environmental sustainability
03

Market Development & Sourcing Service

We connect farmers directly to markets through our extensive network of buyers, processors, and exporters. Our market development services include market analysis, quality standards, logistics coordination, and fair pricing mechanisms to maximize farmer returns.

  • Direct market access
  • Quality certification support
  • Logistics and transportation
  • Fair pricing mechanisms
04

Impact Capital

We provide financial solutions tailored to agricultural needs, including microloans, equipment financing, and working capital for farmers and agricultural enterprises. Our impact capital focuses on creating positive social and environmental outcomes while ensuring financial sustainability.

  • Agricultural microloans
  • Equipment financing
  • Working capital support
  • Social impact focus
05

Advisory and Consulting

Our expert team provides comprehensive agricultural consulting services including farm planning, crop selection, technology adoption, and business development. We work closely with farmers and agricultural enterprises to optimize operations and improve profitability.

  • Farm planning and optimization
  • Crop selection guidance
  • Technology adoption support
  • Business development consulting

Our Brand Principles

Our brand is rooted in three core principles that resonate with both farming communities and stakeholders. We proudly call ourselves:

တောင်သူ့မိတ်ဆွေ

Farmer's Friend

Building trusted partnerships and providing unwavering support to farming communities

တောင်သူ့စျေး

Farmer's Market

Creating fair and accessible markets that benefit both farmers and consumers

တောင်သူ့စီးပွား

Farmer's Prosperity

Driving economic growth and sustainable livelihoods for agricultural communities

Why Taungthutada Impact Capital?

In TTTD, we view impact capital from two aspects: for individuals who join us to work towards our impacts and for those operating at the systemic level, such as rural entrepreneurs and community-driven businesses.

TTTD Social Impact Capital

We are one of Myanmar's social impact funds to provide investment and professional services for rural entrepreneurs and rural-community-driven business. We support rural entrepreneurship and impact-driven capital to alleviate poverty, promote inclusive rural employment, and nurture community-based business for sustainable agriculture and economic growth.

Approaches

01

Deliver foundational business and agricultural training to rural communities, including sales agents and women's representative programs.

02

Assist rural enterprises (Phone Li, Ywar Nee Nar) in developing business proposals to secure funding for sustaining and growing their operations.

Community Enterprise We Invested In and Supported

Phone Li Enterprise

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Ywar Nee Nar (YNN)

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Growth Fund for TTTD Employee Development and Farmers' Future Generations

This fund is called "Growth Fund for TTTD Employee Development and Farmers' Future Generations" and with initiation of HKD$ 10,000, which is HKD 30,000 awarded from Social Innovation Kick-start fund from CISL TriAngle. (Read more in this report)

In order to further increase the fund size, we will partner with Hong Kong-based charities, LxM to manage the fund and directly donate to TTTD former and existing employees, including from farmers families as they propose their growth and education plans. The support will be provided in the form of grants or loans as deemed appropriate.

Initial Funding HKD$ 30,000
Source CISL TriAngle
Partnership LxM Hong Kong
Education Fund

Our Experience & Expertise

Leveraging lessons from two investments and early pilot programs such as basic sales agent training, WSR, agricultural consulting, and SME distribution partnerships, we now design educational programs and social impact capital catalysts to amplify future investments and community support.

Key Project Experience

The TTTD team gained early expertise and experience in investment support and training through the project 'Fostering Food Security and Resilience Through Innovative Agricultural Services and Market Linkages in Southern Shan State,' implemented by HEKS/EPER Myanmar and co-funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).

Get Involved

Join us in building a sustainable agricultural future

For Buyers

Farmers, Traders, Exporters, Sellers

Purchase Our Products

"Discover farm-fresh goodness! Shop our healthy, nutritious products anytime on TaungTharZay - Myanmar's multivendor marketplace"

For Collaboration

Social Enterprise, NGOs, and Investors

Explore Business Partnerships

"Grow stronger together! Partner with us to build resilient food system, empower farming communities, and create social and economic impact."

Success Stories

Real stories from people whose lives have been transformed through TTTD's programs and services

FPT Career Route Success
MDS Career Route Success
Sale Agent Success
Women Sale Representatives Success
Technical Consulting Success
Further Education Success

FPT Career Route

Professional Development Program

"Through TTTD's FPT Career Route program, I gained essential skills in agricultural technology and business management. The hands-on training and mentorship helped me secure a position as a farm technology coordinator, allowing me to support other farmers in adopting modern farming practices."

MDS Career Route

Market Development Specialist

"The MDS Career Route opened doors I never thought possible. I learned market analysis, supply chain management, and how to connect farmers directly with buyers. Now I help other farmers access better markets and get fair prices for their products."

Sale Agent

Agricultural Products Sales

"Becoming a TTTD Sale Agent changed my life. I learned how to market agricultural products effectively, build customer relationships, and manage sales territories. The commission structure is fair, and I've been able to increase my family's income significantly while helping other farmers succeed."

Women Sale Representatives

Community Sales Network

"As a Women Sale Representative, I've found my voice and financial independence. TTTD's training program taught me business skills, product knowledge, and how to build trust in my community. I'm now a role model for other women who want to start their own businesses."

Technical Consulting

Agricultural Advisory Services

"TTTD's Technical Consulting program gave me the expertise to help farmers improve their yields and practices. I learned about soil health, crop management, and sustainable farming techniques. Now I provide valuable advice to farmers in my region, helping them increase their productivity and income."

Further Education

Academic Advancement Program

"Thanks to TTTD's Further Education support, I was able to pursue higher studies in agricultural sciences. The financial assistance and mentorship program helped me overcome barriers to education. I'm now working on research projects that will benefit farming communities across Myanmar."

Careers and Contact

Join our mission to transform rural agriculture and build sustainable farming communities

As People in TTTD

We offer rural-rooted innovative income-boosting services to rural farmers

We are crop value-chain strategists and sustainable farming supporters

We are farmer-focused problem solvers in the rural economy and food system

Team Guidelines (How we work?)

01

No Assumption

Expectation from manager, subordinate, other perspectives. Ask questions and sit in meetings if unclear, before addressing answers or taking actions.

02

Start with WHY

Start of the day, before action - always understand the purpose and motivation behind our work.

03

Goal and Detail-oriented Planning

Meeting, project, activities - comprehensive planning with clear objectives and detailed execution strategies.

04

Accept Challenges

Problem solvers and entrepreneurship spirit - embrace difficult situations as opportunities for growth and innovation.

05

Research and Data-Driven Decision Making

Individual and collective decisions based on thorough research and reliable data analysis.

06

External Ready Outcome

Updates, progress, presentation, report, and plan - always prepare deliverables that are ready for external stakeholders.

07

Clear Communication

In team, between teams, and with external parties - maintain transparent and effective communication channels.

08

Continuous Learning and Improvement

Individual, team, and organizational growth through ongoing education and process optimization.

Get in Touch

Ready to join our mission? We'd love to hear from you.

Email

info@taungthutada.com

Phone

+95 9 123 456 789

Address

Yangon, Myanmar

Work Together

Join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to transforming rural agriculture.

Agricultural Specialist

Join our technical team to support farmers with sustainable farming practices.

Market Development Officer

Help connect farmers to markets and develop supply chain solutions.

Community Outreach Coordinator

Build relationships with farming communities and coordinate training programs.