Announcing The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems

Core Insights - The Mosaic Company Foundation has re-launched as The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices in the U.S., India, and Brazil [1][2] - The Foundation aims to support resilient farmers and enhance agricultural self-sufficiency to feed over 9 billion people [2] - The Foundation has invested nearly $50 million in sustainable food systems initiatives [2] U.S. Initiatives - In the U.S., the Foundation emphasizes 4R Nutrient Stewardship, which aims to improve nutrient use efficiency across ten million acres [8] - The Foundation collaborates with organizations like Ducks Unlimited to provide farmers with tools and resources for improving soil health and maximizing yields [4][8] India Initiatives - The Krishi Jyoti program in India has benefited over 760,000 people, resulting in a 35% yield increase for key crops [8] - The Foundation plans to expand its efforts in India, increasing family farm participation in its projects by 15% [3] Brazil Initiatives - In Brazil, family farms involved in The Villages Project have seen yield increases of up to 175%, with half of these farms led by women [8] - The Foundation aims to expand The Villages Project's reach to more smallholder family farmers critical for food security [5] Partnerships and Collaboration - The Foundation collaborates with various partners, including The Nature Conservancy and the S M Sehgal Foundation, to drive innovation and community-driven solutions [2][4] - The partnership with Instituto Mosaic in Brazil focuses on enhancing the impact of sustainable agricultural practices [5]