During 2009, the LYF supported a project in partnership with Just Trading Scotland aiming to open up new UK markets for Malawian smallholder farmers. The first container of Malawian rice arrived in March, and the initiative has been promoted within schools, churches and shops with encouraging sales. Attention has now turned to strengthening the producer-end systems – with the LYF supporting the purchase of a new de-stoner – and sourcing further products from Malawi. 

If you are interested in finding out more about these Malawian – for individual or organisational purchase - go to www.justtradingscotland.co.uk or contact their office on 0141 887 1881.