TechnoServe and ADM to Advance Regenerative Agriculture for 15,000 New Soybean Farmers in Maharashtra, India
New Partnership to Improve Climate Resilience and Support Sustainable Livelihoods
SINGAPORE- GURUGRAM (May 28, 2026) — TechnoServe and ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance regenerative agriculture adoption among 15,000 new soybean farmers in Maharashtra, India.
“At ADM, we believe that sustainable supply chains start with resilient farming communities,” said Amrendra Mishra, managing director of Ag Services & Oilseeds and Country Manager India, ADM. “In partnership with TechnoServe, we are executing ADM’s Asia Pacific flagship programme for 2026 under the global Farm Forward initiative, combining our expertise, partnerships, and on-the-ground experience to support farmers in strengthening climate resilience, improving soil health, enhancing livelihoods through targeted training and technology-enabled solutions, and expanded access to markets and resources.”
Supporting Smallholder Farmers Through Training, Technology, and FPO Hubs
L-R: Myriam Sainz (Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, TechnoServe), Krishnan Hariharan (Senior Practice Lead, TechnoServe), Amrendra Mishra (MD & Country Manager, ADM India), Arun Khera (GM, Govt. Relations, ADM India), and Apoorve Garg (GM – COMMERCIAL, ADM India)
The 18-month initiative aligns with the Government of India’s sustainable agriculture priorities and is funded by a USD 500,000 investment from ADM Cares, the corporate social investment arm of the company. TechnoServe will lead implementation in the districts of Latur, Dharashiv, Beed, and Nanded.
The program is scheduled to begin this month with a detailed scoping phase to assess soil health and water conditions, leveraging existing government-led technology solutions. These assessments will provide farmers with tailored agronomic recommendations to support more informed decision-making.
Building on this foundation, approximately 200 demonstration plots will be established across participating villages over two cropping seasons. Through these plots, farmers will be able to observe and adopt practices that improve soil health, water conservation, and productivity.
To sustain impact beyond the program, the partnership will also establish eight farmer-producer organisation (FPO) hubs to provide continued support to farmers in strengthening their climate resilience.
The program will also promote the integration of digital agriculture solutions with government programmes, including the Maha-Agri Tech project, a Maharashtra state-led initiative designed to empower farmers through precision farming technologies.
By leveraging satellite-based insights and drone-enabled applications, farmers will gain access to data-driven insights on crop health, pest activity, and field conditions, enabling more timely, informed decisions at the farm level.
This supports more targeted and efficient use of inputs such as fertilisers and crop protection products, while connecting farmers to advisory platforms such as the Mahavistar app, for real-time, personalised agriculture advisories.
Improving Livelihoods Through Better Yields and Cost Efficiency
Beyond environmental outcomes, the programme is designed to enable long-term improvements in livelihoods for participating farmers through more consistent yield and better cost efficiency. This approach fosters a path where sustainable practices can lead to tangible growth, contributing to a more inclusive and reliable agricultural supply chain in the region.
“At TechnoServe, we believe that lasting agricultural transformation begins with empowering smallholder farmers at the centre of our agri-food systems,” said Joydeep Dutt, country director of TechnoServe India. “In partnership with ADM, we are bringing together our on-the-ground expertise, deep community relationships, and proven approaches to empower smallholder soybean farmers across Maharashtra to strengthen climate resilience, adopt regenerative practices, and build more sustainable livelihoods, contributing to an agricultural sector that works better for people and the planet.”
A Scalable Model for Sustainable Agriculture in India
Through this partnership, TechnoServe and ADM aim to establish a scalable model for advancing regenerative agriculture in India, demonstrating how collaboration across the value chain can drive meaningful progress at farm level, while strengthening climate resilience and supporting sustainable livelihoods.
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About TechnoServe
Founded in 1968, TechnoServe is a leader in harnessing the power of the private sector to help people lift themselves out of poverty for good. A non-profit organization working in around 20 countries, we work with people to build a better future through regenerative farms, businesses, and markets that increase incomes. Our vision is a sustainable world where all people in low-income communities have the opportunity to prosper.
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About ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re an essential global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. We’re a premier human and animal nutrition provider, offering one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of ingredients and solutions from nature. We’re a trailblazer in health and well-being, with an industry-leading range of products for consumers looking for new ways to live healthier lives. We’re a cutting-edge innovator, guiding the way to a future of new bio-based consumer and industrial solutions. And we’re leading in business-driven sustainability efforts that support a strong agricultural sector, resilient supply chains, and a vast and growing bioeconomy. Around the globe, our expertise and innovation are meeting critical needs from harvest to home.
Learn more at www.adm.com.