Who We Are
True Roots
Behind the Change
Pro-Poor Development Producer Company (PPDPC) is a farmer-led organization based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, committed to uplifting small and marginalized farmers through sustainable agriculture, capacity building, and direct market access. Our journey began with deep consultations among rural farming communities, ensuring that our foundation is rooted in real challenges and farmer aspirations.
How We Work
At Pro-Poor Development Producer Company, we operate through a bottom-up, inclusive governance model, ensuring that the voices of farmers are at the heart of every decision. Elected representatives from the farming community lead our initiatives, making the organization truly farmer-owned and farmer-led. Our work is grounded in community engagement, participatory planning, and on-ground support, allowing us to stay closely aligned with the real needs and aspirations of farmers. By combining this grassroots approach with continuous capacity building, skill development, and field-based interventions, we empower farmers to take charge of their agricultural journey. This model not only fosters trust and ownership but also ensures the sustainability and long-term impact of our programs.
Our Mission
At Pro-Poor Development Producer Company, our mission is to empower small and marginalized farmers through capacity building, education, and the development of farmer-led institutions. We are dedicated to promoting eco-friendly, low-cost, and sustainable farming systems that enhance productivity while preserving the environment. By facilitating direct market linkages and fostering innovation through agricultural technology and traditional knowledge, we aim to improve livelihoods, ensure food security, and build a resilient rural economy.
Unlike conventional models, PPDPC focuses on building the capabilities of farmers themselves—not just offering services, but creating leaders in agriculture. Through this, we ensure long-term impact, ownership, and sustainability.