Root Capital has surpassed $2 billion in loans, empowering 2.3 million farmers through strategic investments in agricultural enterprises across the Global South, exemplified by its recent funding to La Federación Comercializadora de Café Especial de Guatemala.

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Root Capital is a nonprofit social impact investor based in Cambridge, MA, that specializes in partnering with agricultural enterprises across Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Since its establishment in 1999, Root Capital has made significant strides in advancing rural prosperity by providing tailored, affordable financing options to agricultural businesses, particularly those that are too large for microloans yet too small for traditional commercial bank lending.

Recently, Root Capital announced that it has surpassed the $2 billion milestone in loan disbursements, reaching a total of 2.3 million farmers. The organization has worked with over 800 agricultural enterprises, positioning them as catalysts for local economic development through income generation, job creation, and support for communities, especially among women and youth. The loans given are often complemented by capacity-building training to enhance the effectiveness of the businesses.

Industry Overview in Latin America

The agricultural sector in Latin America plays a crucial role in the economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. It is characterized by a diverse range of crops and farming