The Liberian Farmers Corporation (LFC) is a premier international nonprofit organization dedicated to the structural transformation of African agriculture. Rooted in Liberia, we operate at the intersection of grassroots empowerment and global trade. We believe that by treating farming as a sophisticated business rather than a subsistence struggle, we can unlock the continent’s true economic potential

Our Mission

To empower African farmers with the technology, financing, and global market access required to modernize the agricultural workforce and eliminate food insecurity perpetually

Our Vision

To be the catalyst for Liberia’s and Africa’s transformation into the world’s agricultural powerhouse through the Africa Food Bank and global value chain integration.

Our Goals

  • The Africa Food Bank: Establish a strategic reserve and distribution network to stabilize food prices and ensure year-round availability.
  • Value Chain Integration: Connect rural smallholders directly to international off takers, removing exploitative middlemen.
  • Technological Deployment: Introduce climate-smart irrigation, mechanized tools, and data-driven crop management to traditional farming communities

Core Values (SEED)

  • S – Stewardship: We manage natural and financial resources with integrity for future generations.
  • E – Equity: Ensuring fair market access and profit-sharing for the smallest of smallholders.
  • E – Empowerment: Providing the knowledge and tools so farmers can lead their own development.
  • D – Dignity: Elevating the status of the agricultural profession across Africa.

OUR PARTNERS

Government of Liberia / Ministry of Agriculture

BOARD MEMBERS

VOFFEE SAYE JABATEH

Chairman of the Board

EXECUTIVE BIOGRAPHY
Voffee Saye Jabateh is a globally recognized administrator, social entrepreneur, and strategic leader with over three decades of experience in transnational community development. As Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Liberian Farmers Corporation (LFC), Mr. Jabateh provides high-level governance and strategic oversight, driving the corporation’s mission to modernize Liberia’s agricultural value chain and achieve national food sovereignty.

GLOBAL IMPACT & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Mr. Jabateh is the Co-founder and CEO of the African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA), recognized for establishing one of the most successful social service models in the United States. His leadership on the ‘Africatown’ land redevelopment project in Philadelphia exemplifies his expertise in complex urban planning and economic revitalization. He brings this legacy of scaling organizations to the LFC focusing on professionalizing and commercializing Liberia’s agribusiness landscape. An expert in international relations, he serves as a critical bridge between the Liberian Government, the U.S. State Department, and the West African Diaspora, advocating for sustainable investment and policy reforms that benefit local producers.

Dr. Gaston Mbonglou

Co-Chair, Board

Dr. Gaston Mbonglou is a distinguished strategic executive with a globally recognized track record in launching, scaling, and leading high-impact consulting and technology-driven organizations. As Co-Chair of the LFC Board of Directors, he brings a deep reservoir of expertise in P&L ownership, enterprise transformation, and the intersection of digital innovation and operational strategy.

A transformative leader, Dr. Mbonglou is celebrated for his ability to drive sustainable growth and improve organizational margins. He leverages cutting-edge technologies —including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)—to accelerate productivity while maintaining a disciplined focus on process improvement and governance excellence.

JEANNET MULBAH

Treasurer

Jeannet Mulbah is a distinguished professional and a visionary leader serving on the Board of Directors of the Liberian Farmers Corporation (LFC). As the designated Finance Specialist for the Board, she brings a rigorous analytical approach and fiscal discipline to the corporation’s high-level decision making processes.
With a deep-rooted commitment to Liberia’s economic revitalization, Jeannet plays a pivotal role in steering the corporation toward its mission of empowering local farmers. Her dual expertise in corporate governance and financial management ensures that LFC’s resources are strategically allocated to maximize impact for smallholders while maintaining the highest standards of transparency and accountability.

Gayah Fahnbulleh

Strategic Advisor

Gayah Fahnbulleh serves as a Strategic Advisor to the Board of Directors of The Liberian Farmers Corporation (LFC). In this pivotal capacity, he acts as a key architect of the corporation’s long-term governance framework, ensuring that the organization operates at the intersection of commercial viability and social impact.
His advisory work is grounded in the principles of Corporate Stewardship and Institutional Accountability. Mr. Fahnbulleh provides the Board with the intellectual capital necessary to navigate the complexities of emerging markets, regulatory compliance, and sustainable resource mobilization.

Mr. Fahnbulleh’s vision for the LFC is centered on the professionalization of the Liberian farmer. He advocates for a shift from subsistence-based models to “Agri-business frameworks, where cooperatives function as competitive market players. His leadership emphasizes the importance of value-addition, post-harvest infrastructure, and the inclusion of Liberian products in regional and global trade corridors.