Desertification affects every continent, but it remains difficult to fully measure the rate and extent of desertification at a global level due to its many forms and to lack of standardized assessment.

This article explores the escalating challenges of desertification and land degradation, which affect billions globally and are closely tied to climate change, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable agriculture. It emphasizes the potential of agroecology as a transformative solution, integrating sustainable practices like agroforestry to restore land, enhance food security, and build resilience. Highlighting success stories from Brazil, Malawi, Spain, and the Sahel, the report demonstrates how agroecological initiatives boost biodiversity, improve livelihoods, and combat environmental degradation.