Stanley Kuehn, an International Development Consultant at Small Farmer
International, has had a profound impact in the field of international development. He
brings a wealth of experience in fostering sustainable agricultural practices and
advancing cooperative value chains.

Stanley led the Non-Traditional Agricultural Exports Project in El Salvador, Central
America that orchestrated production improvements and management strategies that
significantly and sustainably enhanced yields and incomes for Salvadoran small
farmers. He facilitated the marketing of 14 non-traditional agricultural export
commodities to international markets. One of the commodities resulted in farmers
receiving more than triple the average international price.

Stanley's involvement in the Small Farmer Income and Employment Project and the
Cooperative Development Program in Nicaragua, Central America exemplifies his
commitment to fostering cooperative growth and development. Under his

management, crop yields increased significantly above the national average,
contributing to the profitability of 190 crop enterprises. His pioneering efforts in the
International market development for organic products has lifted the incomes of over
60,000 small-scale growers, demonstrating the transformative impact of cooperative
initiatives.

As the Regional Director for Latin America & the Caribbean at NCBA/CLUSA,
Stanley played a pivotal role in spearheading cooperative trade components and
developing strategic growth strategies for the region. His efforts to enhance
collaboration between cooperatives and initiate commodity distribution strategies
underscore his expertise in advancing cooperative networks and strengthening
market linkages.

Stanley's technical assistance to hurricane-damaged municipalities in
organic production and marketing helped those communities overcome challenges
and deliver sustainable solutions. By teaching organic methods to communities and
introducing new technologies, Stanley surpassed project goals, ensuring the future
viability of agricultural activities and promoting environmental sustainability.
Stanley has distinct expertise in organization development, project design,
institutional capacity building, agribusiness management and marketing, and
negotiation skills.