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Farms has a long history of operating in many countries including Cuba, Guatemala, Haiti, India, Moldova, Nepal, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, and Thailand.

06/12/2026

A Field Report from South Asia

We recently received an encouraging report from our local contact in South Asia following a field visit with farmers, church leaders, and community members. The visit included time in fellowship, prayer, ministry encouragement, and assessment of ongoing livelihood development efforts.

One of the key focuses was a millet and colocasia (taro) farming initiative. Despite steep terrain, difficult roads, and the physical demands of reaching the fields, the farmers shared that the crops are progressing well. They are currently managing weeds and preparing for harvest, which is expected between the end of June and the first part of July, depending on weather and crop maturity.

As our local contact reflected on the beauty of the land, he was reminded of the call in Genesis to be faithful stewards of God’s creation — caring for the land wisely so that it may continue to bless families and future generations.

The visit also opened doors for future community development, including agricultural training, demonstration farming, and other livelihood opportunities that could serve farmers, youth, and vulnerable families in the region.

Please continue to pray for the farmers as they prepare for harvest, for wisdom in future planning, and for these efforts to bear lasting fruit in families and communities across South Asia. Thank you for walking with FARMS in this work.

“Let us not grow weary of doing good…”
Galatians 6:9

06/09/2026

Walking by Faith

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7

Faith often calls us to move forward before we can see the outcome.

We naturally prefer certainty. We want to know where the path leads, how the provision will come, and what the results will be. Yet God frequently invites His people to trust Him one step at a time.

Throughout Scripture, we see men and women who obeyed God without having all the answers. Their confidence was not in what they could see, but in the One who called them.

The same is true for us today.

Whether we are facing a difficult decision, serving others in Christ’s name, or simply seeking to be faithful in the work God has placed before us, our hope is not found in visible results but in God’s unchanging character.

Faith is not the absence of questions. It is choosing to trust the Lord even when the next step is unclear.

As you go through this week, take heart: God sees what we cannot. He is faithful to guide His people, and His purposes are always good.

Reflection: Where might God be asking you to trust Him today, even when you cannot yet see the outcome?

05/29/2026

“The most valuable thing anyone had ever brought to our community, aside from the gospel.”

That’s how one respected community leader described a recent agricultural training in Piedra Gorda, Honduras.

In April, FARMS partnered with Equipping Farmers International to provide training in biblical stewardship, soil health, composting, water conservation, and drought-resilient farming.

Participants were encouraged not only by the practical tools they received, but also by discovering how much Scripture speaks about stewardship, agriculture, and God’s care for His creation.

This training is just the beginning. FARMS hopes to continue walking alongside local churches and communities through ongoing training, relationship-building, and future opportunities for entrepreneurship development.

Thank you for helping us serve through both the head and the heart as we seek to strengthen livelihoods, local churches, and communities around the world.

05/26/2026

Responding to Jesus by empowering believers to overcome poverty in a way that strengthens the Global Church.

At FARMS International, we come alongside local church leaders to develop livelihood programs tailored to their communities. Through entrepreneur training, agricultural training, and revolving loan programs, families are building sustainable income and local churches are being equipped to thrive.

We currently serve in Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Eastern Europe, and Africa, encouraging biblical stewardship and local ownership every step of the way.

Want to learn how you or your church can partner with FARMS? Visit farmsinternational.com to get involved.

05/19/2026

The Church at the Center

At FARMS International, we believe lasting transformation happens through the local church.
Not around it. Not apart from it. Through it.

That’s why every FARMS program is built alongside pastors, church leaders, and local believers who already know the needs of their communities and faithfully serve them each day.

The church is more than a meeting place — it is where discipleship, accountability, compassion, and Gospel witness come together. As businesses grow and families are strengthened, doors are opened for deeper relationships and lasting ministry.

“Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.”
— 1 Corinthians 12:27 (ESV)

By God’s grace, we desire to serve both physical and spiritual needs through the strength of the local church.

05/12/2026

Local Ownership

At FARMS International, we believe lasting change happens when local believers are empowered to lead, build, and sustain the work themselves.

That’s why local ownership is central to our mission.

We desire that any work in a community grows from the vision, leadership, and participation of the local church and local people—not from outside control. Every person is created in the image of God and gifted with abilities, wisdom, creativity, and purpose. Our role is not to create dependency, but to come alongside brothers and sisters as they steward those gifts faithfully.

When communities are equipped and empowered rather than dependent, solutions become sustainable and able to multiply for generations to come.

One question continually guides us:

“If FARMS had to step away, would the work continue?”

If the answer is yes, then local ownership is truly taking root.

This approach strengthens dignity, encourages stewardship, and allows communities to serve both physical and spiritual needs through their own God-given leadership.

“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” — 1 Peter 4:10

Would you pray with us that churches, families, and entrepreneurs around the world would be strengthened through locally led, sustainable work? And if the mission of FARMS resonates with you, consider partnering financially as we continue equipping communities to flourish both physically and spiritually.

05/05/2026

Business, when done rightly, is never just about income—it’s about impact.

At FARMS, we see this lived out every day as men and women use their skills, their work, and their opportunities not only to provide for their families, but to serve their communities and strengthen the Church.

This is the heart behind what we do—
loving God, stewarding work, and loving people through it.

Pray for those around the world who are building businesses with purpose.
And if you feel led, consider partnering with FARMS to come alongside them.

05/01/2026

Livelihood Development is about more than income—it’s about lasting change.

When families are equipped to provide for themselves, it leads to better food security, improved living conditions, and greater financial independence.

But it doesn’t stop there.

As income grows, so do opportunities—education, healthcare, and care for others in need. And within the Global Church, it often leads to something even greater: a desire to share the gospel and serve their communities.

This is why FARMS invests in livelihood development—not just as an economic solution, but as a pathway to dignity, sustainability, and gospel impact.

🙏 Pray for the families we serve—that their work would flourish and their witness would be strong.

If you’re compelled by the ministry of FARMS, consider partnering with us financially to help make this work possible.

04/21/2026

How do you fight poverty without creating dependency?

For FARMS International, the answer begins with the local church, local ownership, and livelihood development.

In a new interview with Mission Network News, Scott Clifton shared how FARMS equips families with the means for self-support through loans, technical support, and spiritual training. The article highlights current and upcoming work in Honduras, Southeast Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa, as well as FARMS’ ongoing commitment to programs that are locally led and spiritually grounded. Read the full article here: https://www.mnnonline.org/news/farms-international-combats-poverty-around-the-world/

As Scott shared:

“We gathered farmers around and we listened.”

That simple posture matters. FARMS does not want to force outside solutions. We want to walk alongside brothers and sisters in Christ with tools that help families build sustainable livelihoods and strengthen their local churches.

Thank you for praying, giving, and partnering with FARMS as we continue this work around the world.

Learn more: farmsinternational.com

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PO Box 270
Knife River, MN
55609

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