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Limited access to water represents one of the most pressing problems for poor Palestinian farmers and herders in the West Bank. The poorest farming households – particularly those headed by women – are the most negatively affected, due to their reliance on rainfed agriculture.

In Honduras, rural youth face considerable challenges in accessing productive and decent employment opportunities. The rural labour markets in the country are characterized by significant informality, low productivity and high levels of un- and under-employment. This is particularly true for those under 24 years of age, who constitute more than half of...

Afghanistan is a predominantly rural country, with over 75 percent of the country’s inhabitants living in rural areas. A staggering 85 percent of Afghan households depend on agriculture for their livelihood. However, despite formidable reconstruction efforts, Afghanistan remains one of the poorest countries in the world.

FAO defines Decent Rural Employment (DRE) as work that provides a living income and reasonable working conditions. Work should be remunerative and dignified and should enable people to provide for themselves and their families. Workers should be able to perform their tasks under safe conditions and have voice in the...

Youth unemployment is a global concern, especially in the agricultural world. Rural youth are migrating to urban areas, rural population is aging, young people lose interest in agriculture – putting rural and agricultural development at risk.This is a critical issue in Africa, where more than half of the population is...