About Taungthutada
Bridging Smallholder Farmers to Resources and Opportunities
About Us
Our journey from humble beginnings to becoming a bridge for farmers
Our Story
Taungthutada, TTTD - Farmers' Bridge (တောင်သူ့တံတား) was started in September 2019 with the primary aim of improving farmers' access to information throughout Southern Shan State. As co-founding members primarily hail from farming communities, they aspired to the belief that 'Those who feed us, need us.'
Our Journey
Foundation
Started with a Facebook page to improve farmers' access to information throughout Southern Shan State
Team Development
Evolved into a functional operational team with community support and project initiatives
Hsi-Hseng Base
Operated from Hsi-Hseng, serving Southern Shan State communities
Resilience & Adaptation
Demonstrated resilience during armed conflict, moved operations to Aungban
Our Mission
To bridge the gap between smallholder farmers and essential resources, markets, and opportunities, enabling them to build sustainable livelihoods and contribute to their communities' prosperity.
Our Vision
A future where smallholder farmers have access to the resources they need to thrive, creating resilient rural communities and sustainable food systems.
Solving The Existing Agriculture Problems in Myanmar
For too long, Myanmar's farmers have faced daunting challenges that stifle their potential and create daily stress. We understand these struggles intimately from years of firsthand experience.
The Problems Farmers Face:
Productivity Limits
Farmers struggle with limited access to diverse, high-value crop varieties and affordable, efficient production tools.
Market Uncertainty & Fear
Farmers need stable buyers and fair prices, but historical mistrust due to past market failures makes them wary.
Financial Investment
The lack of affordable credit prevents farmers from preparing land or buying quality seeds and inputs at the start of the season. As a result, they cannot dream of expansion of farming or providing education for their children.
Our Services
We provide comprehensive support to address the challenges faced by smallholder farmers, offering solutions that create lasting impact.
Market Access
Connecting farmers to local and international markets, ensuring fair pricing and sustainable demand for their products.
Financial Services
Providing access to credit, insurance, and financial literacy programs tailored to agricultural needs.
Technical Training
Offering workshops and training programs on sustainable farming practices, crop management, and modern agricultural techniques.
Resource Provision
Facilitating access to quality seeds, fertilizers, and farming equipment through partnerships with suppliers.
Community Development
Supporting rural community initiatives and infrastructure development to create enabling environments for farmers.
Our Target Audience
Targeting the core challenges of Myanmar's agriculture, we develop tailored services and products while actively empowering women and youth through job creation and training, transforming the food system into one that's more sustainable and resilient.
Ideal Target Client Profiles
Land Ownership
Ownership of less than 15 acres of farming land.
Crop Diversification
Willingness to allocate part of their land for growing new crops alongside primary crops.
Innovation Mindset
Early adopters of new technologies and actively seek new crop knowledge within their community.
Building Bridges Together
From grassroots cooperatives to international innovators, our network of partners amplifies our mission across Myanmar's agricultural landscape. Each collaboration brings unique expertise, resources, and shared passion—creating a powerful ecosystem that transforms rural communities and builds sustainable futures for farmers.
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Meet Our Team
Our dedicated team brings together diverse expertise in agriculture, community development, and sustainable innovation. From field experts to technology specialists, we work collaboratively to bridge the gap between farmers and resources, creating lasting impact across Myanmar's rural communities.
Ei EI Mon
Innovative Input Service Coordinator
Hsu Myat Yi
Agronomist
Khun Lar Bway
Co-founder & Strategy and People/ Communication Lead
Khun Min Min Oo
Senior Crop Sourcing and Sale
May Thet Khaing
Market Development Manager
Nan Kham Oo
Finance Manager
Nang Kham Hti
Admin & Account Assistant/Project Assistant
Naing Lin Soe
Field Associate
Poe Thandar Hnin
Lead of Farmers Partnership
Sitt Paing
Field Associate
Su Zun Mon
Advisor
Tharn Kyaw Sint
Lead of Business Operations
Win Aung
Field Associate