When he was on his death bed in 2009, Norman Borlaug delivered his final words of wisdom: “Take it to the farmer.”

We’re all about helping farmers at the Global Farmer Network (GFN) — but now, as we recognize 25 years of advocacy and plan for the next 25, it occurs to me that our organization seeks to turn Borlaug’s admonition upside down.

We’re taking the farmers to you.

We strongly support the vision of Borlaug. The father of the Green Revolution meant that scientific and technological advances in agriculture ultimately must make their way to the men and women who produce food. This remains an urgent mission.

Amplifying farmer voices

Our job at the GFN is to amplify the voice of farmers as we promote technology, trade, sustainable farming,...