Cnfa

Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) is a non-profit international development organization that specializes in designing and implementing sustainable, market-driven agricultural development initiatives. Registered to receive federal awards since 2003, CNFA provides a wide range of services to the U.S. government focused on improving agricultural productivity, strengthening market systems, and enhancing economic resilience in developing countries. The organization leverages its expertise in agriculture, food security, and economic development to implement programs that aim to reduce poverty, improve livelihoods, and promote sustainable growth in rural communities worldwide.

Through federal contracts, CNFA has undertaken several significant projects for U.S. government agencies, primarily the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). These contracts have focused on agricultural trade diversification, resilient communities, private sector development, and durable housing solutions in countries such as Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. For instance, CNFA is implementing a $28.975 million contract to increase Georgian agricultural exports to high-value markets and reduce dependence on Russia. In Azerbaijan, the organization is executing an $18.5 million contract to support a more resilient economy and improve the business enabling environment. CNFA also holds a $23.75 million contract to strengthen resilience in at-risk Georgian communities along the Administrative Boundary Line. These contracts typically involve no set-aside designations and often include partnerships with other organizations for specialized components of the projects.

CNFA's federal grant portfolio is equally diverse and impactful. The organization has received numerous grants under USAID's John Ogonowski Farmer-to-Farmer Program, which allows CNFA to provide technical assistance from U.S. agricultural experts to farmers in developing countries. Other significant grants include a $19 million award for effective management of irrigation water in the West Bank, a $9.5 million grant for developing non-timber forest product initiatives in Zimbabwe, and a $16.8 million award for modernizing agriculture in Rwanda. CNFA also participates in USAID's Ocean Freight Reimbursement Program, facilitating the delivery of commodities for development and humanitarian assistance in countries like Zimbabwe. Additionally, the organization implements Food for Progress programs in various African countries, focusing on increasing agricultural productivity and expanding trade of agricultural products.

CNFA holds a significant Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) contract with the U.S. Mission in Armenia, valued at $24.495 million. This single-award IDV, running through May 2028, is for implementing the Economic Foundations for a Resilient Armenia Activity. The program aims to strengthen Armenia's economic resilience by improving policymaking capacity, export competitiveness, investment facilitation, and inclusive growth across key sectors. Services under this IDV span economic stewardship, sectoral resilience, productive use of financial capital, and addressing economic challenges like inclusive development and women's empowerment. A notable task order under this IDV is a $4 million award to support the Government of Armenia in providing durable housing solutions to those who fled Nagorno-Karabakh, demonstrating the versatility of CNFA's capabilities under this contract vehicle.