Investing in values that matter more
Ground Up Investing (GUI) is an impact investing group that helps grow local markets from the ground up, along with farmers' technical expertise, household income and prospects for the future. They invest in start-up and small agricultural enterprises, extending the financial capital necessary to support local agribusiness and help rural communities gain access to international markets. Profits are re-invested to expand the companies and increase incomes and services for associated farmers and their communities.
COVID-19 Response
- GUI provides the training and capital agribusinesses need to become resilient in the face of challenges like climate change, market volatility and unexpected shocks, such as a global pandemic. GUI companies have been equipped to protect their farmers’ health and livelihoods during times like this.
- All GUI companies have instituted new health and safety measures for their staff, including buying masks from local women’s sewing groups.