



A not-for-profit grassroots organization empowering communities across Pakistan since 2006
Originating from a UN-backed FAO initiative in 2006, FIDA has grown into a leading grassroots organization empowering smallholder farmers through
participatory Farmer Field Schools and Women Open Schools across Pakistan.
FIDA implements climate-smart agriculture, nutritional assurance, market empowerment and WASH programs. Our four pillars — Better Production, Better Nutrition, Better Environment and Better Life — guide all our work.
Operating across 20 districts in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Baluchistan, FIDA has impacted 787,303 beneficiaries through 29 projects implemented with national and international partners since 2006.
The Farming Integrated Development Association (FIDA) is a not-for-profit organization set up under section 42, of the Companies Act 2017. Since 2006, FIDA has empowered over 787,303 beneficiaries across 20 districts through sustainable livelihoods, nutritional assurance, climate resilience and WASH programs.
Transforming rural lives through proven, community-driven approaches that build skills, strengthen food security, and foster lasting resilience across Pakistan.
Equipping lead farmers as community facilitators to mentor fellow smallholders in sustainable agricultural practices.
Season-long field-based participatory learning in crop management, pest control, and climate-smart agriculture.
Non-formal education empowering rural women in nutrition, health, homestead gardening, and income generation.
Engaging the next generation in ecological awareness and environmental stewardship through hands-on learning.
Community-managed food security mechanism ensuring vulnerable households access nutritious food year-round.
Protecting smallholder farmers from climate-induced crop losses through community-based insurance mechanisms.
Collaborating with leading national and international organizations to transform rural communities across Pakistan
Real stories of transformation from the farmers, women, and children whose lives have been changed through FIDA's community-driven programs.
"Before joining the Farmer Field School, I had no knowledge of integrated pest management. After completing the training, my cotton yield increased significantly and my input costs reduced. FIDA changed how I farm."
"The Women Open School gave me knowledge about nutrition and homestead gardening. Now I grow vegetables at home, my children eat healthier food, and I earn additional income through food preservation."
"During the floods, our family had nothing to eat. The Village Food Facility established by FIDA ensured we received food support. It restored our dignity and gave us hope to rebuild our lives once again."
"FIDA trained me as a Farmer Facilitator and gave me the skills to train others in my village. I have since trained over 25 farmers in sustainable practices and the whole community has benefited greatly."