On Thursday, October 1st, 2026, the Board of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $38.7 million grant to improve food security in Haiti’s North and Northeast departments.

The $38.7 million approved by the IDB is allocated over a period of 5 years. This funding is part of a broader initiative totaling US$47.9 million (complemented by a US$9.2 million contribution from the International Fund for Agricultural Development—IFAD).

The "Sustainable Agricultural Productivity Program in the North and Northeast" aims to expand sustainable access to irrigation, support the adoption of climate-resilient agricultural technologies, and strengthen agri-food producer organizations and small businesses in the sector.

The program is expected to benefit approximately 7,800 smallholder farmers through improved irrigation systems, the adoption of new technologies, and technical assistance. It will also support 155 agri-food micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and producer organizations through business development services and matching grants, while expanding technical and vocational training opportunities for rural youth.

The operation incorporates environmental and social management measures, climate resilience considerations, and actions to promote the participation of women and youth. Through these investments, the program seeks to boost agricultural production, support rural livelihoods, foster more sustainable and resilient rural development in northern Haiti, and increase resilience to climate-related challenges in the region.

Project preparation involved extensive consultations with over 1,000 farmers, more than 400 value chain stakeholders, 340 MSMEs, farmers' associations, community members, local authorities, and civil society organizations within the project area.

HL/ S/ HaitiLibre