

We work to ensure that all farmers — including smallholder farmers — can access the crop protection tools necessary to produce healthy, nutritious, and diverse crops.

Data generated from field trials is critical to bring new crop protection tools to specialty crop growers.
Photo: Preparation of field trial on bananas in Panama.

Crop protection tools are most effective when applied correctly. Our programs include training on the safe and effective use of pesticides.
Photo: Trial application training on coffee in Costa Rica.

Our Programs Are Everywhere
The Minor Use Foundation funds programs that have global reach.

Our Mission
Achieve greater agricultural biodiversity, reduce food waste, improve global nutritional outcomes by building global partnerships and leveraging crop protection technologies for the cultivation and supply of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and spices.
Minor crops are essential.
Minor crops are essential to nutrition security, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity. They are often high-value crops that have cultural importance, or are important for trade and economic growth in developing countries. They are also often overlooked in agriculture since they represent less of a percentage of total tonnage and acreage. The Minor Use Foundation serves minor use growers around the world, providing technical assistance and helping set standards that allow them to access international markets.
Event
Global Minor Use Summit IV, Feb. 5–9, 2024 Madrid, Spain
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