Publications
Report: The Celebration of World One Health Day in Liberia 2023
The document is a report of the official commemoration event on One Health Day in Liberia in 2023, organized in collaboration with the government and other partners.
Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases in Liberia - (ECTAD)
The publication introduces the work of ECTAD in Liberia, underpinned by One Health Approach in five areas of activities: national laboratory system, biosafety and biosecurity, antimicrobial resistance, human resource development, and zoonotic diseases. It summarizes the areas of focus and recent major achievements for each of the five areas.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, January 2024 – Issue #5
This is the fourth quarter newsletter in 2023 from FAO Liberia. This issue covers FAO Liberia's activities from October to December 2023. The newsletter starts with the essage from FAO Representative ad interim in Liberia, and continues to introduce recent updates and achievements including the World Food Day 2023 engagement, the introduction of solar-powered mobile farms under the UAE-funded project, the World One Health Day in Liberia, the World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) activities in Liberia, UN Nutrition's collaborative work in Liberia, recent capacity development activities on sustainable vegetable farming and value addition.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, October 2023 – Issue #4
This is the third quarter newsletter for 2023 from FAO Liberia. This issue covers FAO Liberia's activities from July to September 2023. The newsletter includes stories on the launch of the Liberia Soil Information System, the 23rd Session of the Fishery Committee for the Eastern Central Atlantic (CECAF) hosted by Liberia, a joint project to promote digital villages, updates on the Forest Farm Facility project in Liberia, FAO's technical support for the national strategic plan to improve agricultural statistics, training on construction and maintenance of fish processing facilities, FTT, engagement in the Liberia Rice Symposium, new partnerships with local NGOs for a community forestry project, and awareness-raising on World Rabies Day 2023.
Strengthening Soil Analysis and Information in Liberia
The publication introduces potential partners and stakeholders the proposed project aiming at strengthening soil analysis and information in Liberia. It provides the background, of the issue, the action, the expected results and the project targets.
The project factsheet provides the basic information of the Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) project "Strengthening Soil Analysis and Information Systems to Enhance Sustainable Soil Management and Support Evidence Based Decision Making in Liberia," implemented in Liberia in 2021-2023. It includes the project background, objectives, key partners and main achievements.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, July 2023 – Issue #3
This is the second quarter of the 2023 newsletter from FAO Liberia. This issue covers FAO Liberia's activities in May-June 2023, which include stories on the high-level engagement on the agricultural extension policy launch, trainings on soil analysis, One Health Country Profiling workshop and Liberia National Rabies Control Strategy Review workshop, progress on fish processing facility construction and the related training, the assessment mission for Farmer Field School (FFS) activities, a field assessment to promote peace dividend, and World Food Safety awareness campaign.
Mid-term Performance Review of FAO Liberia’s Country Programming Framework (CPF) 2020–2023
The publication provides the mid-term performance review of FAO Liberia’s Country Programming Framework (CPF) 2020–2023. The review consists of introduction of the country context, situational analysis, performance analysis, and conclusion. The analysis was made according to the four CPF outputs and 21 strategic actions (SAs) across the outputs.
Guidelines to support the national agricultural research strategy of Liberia
Based on the lessons drawn from the implemented agricultural research for development (AR4D) assessment methodology, including desk review analysis and participatory discussions held with various actors and experts familiar with the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) of Liberia, the guidelines are proposed to strengthen the knowledge and skills of researchers and AR4D project managers within the various NARS organizations in the country.
Linking Extension and Research to Farmers for Sustainable Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition
The project factsheet provides the basic information of the project "Linking Extension and Research to Farmers for Sustainable Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition," including the project objectives, key partners and main achievements of the implemented by FAO Representation in Liberia in 2019-2023.
Project to Enhance Animal Feed Production through Maize Production in Liberia - TCP/LIR/3703
The project aimed to enhance and sustain maize production in order to provide consistent and affordable sources of corn for feed production, hence increasing the profit margins of both feed producers and poultry farmers, as well as the viability of domestic chicken production. With more competitive farmers, local production of affordable fresh eggs and meat can generate sustainable livelihoods and enhance food and nutrition security in Liberia.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, May 2023 – Issue #2
This is the first quarter of the 2023 newsletter from FAO Liberia. This issue shares updates on the high-level engagement on responsible agriculture investment, Liberian farmers' exchange visit to Benin's integrated production centre, establishing agribusiness development forum, awareness-raising on forests and health, policy and capacity support for sustainable sea cucumber fishery and management, capacity development activities for the country's animal health and FAO Liberia Representative's retirement.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, January 2023 – Issue #1
This is a quarterly newsletter from FAO Liberia, January 2023 – Issue #1. The publication is meant to regularly disseminate information on FAO Liberia's programmes, interventions and partnerships and to strengthen awareness of and support for the key action areas within the country's agrifood systems. The targeted audience includes the general public and all the current and potential partners.
Legal report on the ecosystem approach to fisheries in Liberia
The present legal report on the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) used the diagnostic tool to assess the alignment of selected policy and legal instruments of Liberia with the EAF. This assessment analysed the extent to which 82 EAF legal requirements, which are considered the minimum standards in legislating for the EAF, are reflected in Liberia's policies and legislation relevant to the fisheries sector of the country and other relevant sectors (such as environment, wildlife, ecosystems, and maritime affairs). Based on this preliminary diagnosis, gaps were identified in the assessed instruments, and recommendations were made for improving the implementation of the EAF.
A practical guide on safe hookah diving- Diving for sea cucumbers and other marine organisms
This guide aims at providing fishers, as well as fishery extension officers, with a tool to acquire the basic knowledge needed to carry out hookah diving safely. Through simple language and numerous illustrations, the guide describes the basic rules of diving, the potential risks associated with this activity and what to do to minimize them, as well as other useful tips to improve hookah diving operations. The guide, however, is not intended as a comprehensive manual for commercial divers. Rather, it is strongly recommended that fishers who want to engage in hookah or SCUBA diving receive appropriate training by a qualified diving instructor.
Food security and food safety are major challenges for consumers and producers in Liberia, as productivity continues to fall below regional levels, while handling and safety measures are not in place Microbiological and chemical contamination in food is a major cause of illnesses Food borne diseases not only pose significant threats to consumer health, they can also cause serious human suffering and economic damage In this regard, risk analysis has become an integral part in ensuring food safety.
Improved Regional Fisheries Governance in Selected CECAF Countries - TCP/RAF/3709
Fisheries is an important sector that contributes a considerable amount to the food security and national economies of coastal West African countries, with fish being the primary source of protein for 25 percent of the population Fishery products are also a source of income and employment for more than seven million people in the region Belhabib et al 2015 However, due to overfishing and illegal fishing, estimated at 40 percent of all fish captured between 2012 and 2015 fish stocks are rapidly declining, thereby jeopardizing food security in the region.
Liberia | Data in Emergencies Monitoring brief – round 3: Results and recommendations, April 2022
This Data in Emergencies Monitoring (DIEM-Monitoring) brief shares the results of a third-round field assessment conducted between September and October 2021 in Liberia. It presents key findings and recommendations for humanitarian actors to utilize in planning and implementing data-driven programming to sustain farmers’ livelihoods and build their resilience to future shocks – protecting the food security of Liberia's rural people.
This booklet explains the work done by FAO to strengthen capacities of key actors to enhance responsible investment in agriculture and food systems in Liberia and Sierra Leone. This work has been done under the project "Enhancing the enabling environment for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems" funded by the Federal Government of Germany.
This booklet explains the work done by FAO empower youth to engage in responsible investment in agriculture and food systems in Liberia and Sierra Leone. This work has been funded by the Federal Government of Germany and the FAO Flexible Multi-Partner Mechanism.
As part of the efforts of FAO to support and strengthen National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS)’ research impacts and their links to extension service systems, the present assessment was conducted in Liberia to establish deeper insight into these challenges and opportunities. The results presented in this comprehensive report can be used to support the development and adoption of guidelines for use by the NARS. The present study was undertaken to assess the implementation of AR4D in Liberia and the key actors involved to better understand the performance and the intuitional linkages amongst them and other relevant institutions to help identify potentials for fulfilling the agricultural research for development needs of the country with the over-arching goal of supporting small-scale farmers.
This policy brief has been developed to offer specific key-recommendations and lessons learned, which the Government of Liberia could consider for strengthening its support to the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) of the country. Ultimately, the recommendations are intended to ensure efficient adoption of the proposed methodologies for enhancing the impact of the AR4D efforts of the NARS in Liberia.
FAO Liberia Newsletter, December 2021- Issue #1
This is a biannual newsletter with contents gathered across various themes intended to increase information dissemination on FAO Liberia’s programme interventions. It seeks to showcase various strides and supports being provided by FAO in Liberia to boast the Agriculture sector; economic growth, increase food security, and improve nutrition and sustainable management of natural resources.
This report shares the analysis on the effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the agri-food system in Liberia based on the assessment conducted during July–September 2020.
The project was designed to improve the long-term management of forest landscapes and increase benefit sharing by strengthening Liberia’s participation in the REDD+ initiative.
Enhancing the Production Capacity of Smallholder Rice Farmers in Liberia - GCP/LIR/029/JPN
The project aimed to enhance smallholder rice farmers’ capacity to increase their productivity, through the introduction of modern rice varieties and production techniques, as well as agricultural equipment, in two of the country’s three ‘breadbasket’ counties, Bong and Lofa.
The project aimed to support the implementation of the Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA) and complementary instruments, to combat Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing and secure sustainable small scale fisheries and enhance maritime security in Liberia and Sierra Leone.
This report is part of a series of country profiles and describes: (i) policy measures enacted by the Government of Liberia to contain the spread of the virus; (ii) policies and measures to stabilize the functioning of agri-food systems; (iii) potential effects of policies on agri-food systems and vulnerable groups. Finally, the profile also assesses longer-term options for agri-food system policies and investments so as to make them more resilient.
This brochure presents FAO's German-funded activities to create an enabling environment for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems (RAI) in Liberia. In particular, it presents the FAO learning programme on RAI for policy-makers, and activities aimed at strengthening civil society and producer organizations.
Under its CFS Responsible Agricultural Investment (RAI) Umbrella Programme, FAO is strengthening the capacities of Liberian state and non-state actors to enhance the enabling environment for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems. This includes the present baseline study, drafted by ZOA with support from FAO; the delivery of blended learning programmes for policymakers; capacity development activities for civil society; and multi-stakeholder policy dialogue which is expected to result in concrete policy recommendations.
Youth represent more than half of the population of Liberia and can play a critical role in the future of agriculture, however they need support to unlock their potential. Empowering Liberian youth to invest in agriculture and food systems is key to achieving sustainable food security, reducing youth unemployment, combating distress migration, and making agriculture more efficient, sustainable, and resilient. This work is supported by the Flexible Funding Mechanism resource Partners.
Responsible investment in agriculture and food systems in Liberia: Why it matters
This flier highlights the pressing need for increased responsible agricultural investments in the country, the importance of abiding by the CFS Principles for Responsible Investments in Agriculture and Food Systems, and FAO's activities in the country. This work is supported by Germany and the Flexible Funding Mechanism resource partners
The aim of the project was to support statistics and information management systems by strengthening the institutional capacity of MoA to provide, manage and sustain a reliable database on agricultural performance The strengthening of the Statistics Unit in the Department of Planning and Development of MoA would ensure reliable and timely statistics for evidence based planning, policy formulation and decision making, as well as allowing timely access and availability of reliable data, baselines and statistics to guide and support the planning and programming processes of partners, including the Government.
Reinforcing Social Cohesion and Peace in Côte d’Ivoire and Liberia - UNO/LIR/021/MIL
FAO, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) developed this project to promote the stabilization and cohesion of 10 communities along the Côte d’Ivoire-Liberia borders in Grand Gedeh and Nimba counties. The project focused on implementing joint sociocultural and economic activities and identifying the main drivers of conflict in concession areas and communities that rely on natural resources.
Increasing Resilience to Climate Change in Liberia - UNTS/LIR/018/GEF
The objective of the project was to promote technological options for farmers that would increase productivity and farmers’ resilience to the negative impacts of climate-related changes. As a result of the project, the resilience of eight piloted rural poor agriculture-dependent communities in two counties was boosted and their vulnerability to climate change reduced.
FOREST and FARM FACILITY: Liberia - Country achievements
This factsheet gives a summary of the impact of FFF support in Liberia.
Country Programming Framework 2016-2019
This Country Programming Framework (CPF) sets out 3 government priority areas to guide FAO partnership and support to the Government of Liberia – bringing together innovative international good practices and global standards with national and regional expertise from 2016 to 2019.
The State of the World’s Forests 2018
Achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), is a commitment made by countries to tackle the complex challenges we face, from ending poverty and hunger and responding to climate change to building resilient communities, achieving inclusive growth and sustainably managing the Earth’s natural resources.
The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2018
For the third year in a row, there has been a rise in world hunger. The absolute number of undernourished people, i.e. those facing chronic food deprivation, has increased to nearly 821 million in 2017, from around 804 million in 2016. These are levels from almost a decade ago. This report monitors progress towards the targets of ending both hunger (SDG Target 2.1) and all forms of malnutrition (SDG Target 2.2), and provides an analysis of the underlying causes and drivers of observed trends.
The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2018
The 2018 edition of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture emphasizes the sector’s role in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals, and measurement of progress towards these goals. It notes the particular contributions of inland and small-scale fisheries, and highlights the importance of rights-based governance for equitable and inclusive development.
Promoting Aquaculture and Employment in Liberia
Decades of turmoil and civil conflict have had a crippling effect on Liberia’s agricultural sector, and increasingly rapid growth in youth migration to urban areas has led to high youth unemployment and urban poverty.
This country factsheet provides information on the project “Increase the use of the VGGT among CSOs and Grassroots Organizations”, a general overview of governance of natural resources in the country, and information on activities undertaken in the country in collaboration with local CSOs and grassroots organizations.
Halting the spread of disease and helping livestock farmers in Liberia - TCP/LIR/3504
The project was implemented in response to an outbreak in four counties of Liberia of Pestedes PetitsRuminants(PPR) or Sheep and Goat Plague, a devastating disease affecting small ruminants. A widespread vaccination programme was put in place, awareness raised on ways of stopping the spread of the disease and the resilience of farmers strengthened.