Agroecology in Zimbabwe is gaining momentum thanks to the grassroots leadership of farmers like Nelson Mudzingwa, who transformed his land into a thriving ecosystem using sustainable practices. His journey began...
Unsustainable food systems are the leading threat to both nature and human health, but transforming these systems presents an opportunity to address multiple global crises. Food systems transformation is increasingly...
There is no time to wait. The acceleration of regenerative and agroecological approaches is centrally important to addressing multiple and interconnected global crises faced by many. It is evident that...
In the Malwa region of Punjab, a quiet revolution is underway as farmers embrace indigenous cotton cultivation to restore soil health and counter the impacts of monocropping and chemical-intensive practices....
Sustainability serves as a normative principle in the context of food policy but also represents a hotly debated arena. Ongoing crises in contemporary agriculture suggest that the current model of...
Agricultural biodiversity, or agrobiodiversity, is essential for food security and livelihoods. It includes the variety of plants, animals, and microorganisms used for food production, covering crops, livestock, forestry, and fisheries....
Three captivating videos on the theme "Women and Agroecology" have been produced.These compelling videos shine a spotlight on the pivotal role of women in shaping sustainable agricultural practices, highlighting their...
In Colombia, agroecology is emerging as a powerful approach for fostering sustainable food systems and strengthening territorial governance. Over the past two years, grassroots organizations, including peasant, Indigenous, and Afro-descendant...
This article from Rooted Magazine explores how public procurement policies in Europe can drive agroecological transformation by prioritizing small-scale, sustainable, and organic farming practices. Municipalities like Copenhagen are leading the charge, showcasing...
The article examines the adoption of agroecological practices among vegetable farmers in Botswana and their impact on farm performance. Although these sustainable practices have potential, their use among farmers is...
Situated in the municipality of Itaberá, the Panela Cheia Agroecological Farm cultivates vegetables, fruits, and medicinal plants using an integrated agroforestry system. Over time, the farm has become a vital...
The Sufosec Alliance, a coalition of six Swiss NGOs dedicated to fostering sustainable food systems, has taken significant strides in promoting agroecological methods to combat hunger and malnutrition. Supported by...
This article highlights the transformative agroecological journey of Murang’a County in Kenya. The county has adopted a groundbreaking policy framework aimed at promoting agroecology, a farming approach that integrates ecological...
Nowadays and historically, women are protagonists of conflicts in rural areas, and they help build a biodiverse present and future, with climate justice and food sovereignty.
This document depicts the stories...
Food insecurity in sub-Saharan Africa has been exacerbated by geopolitical instability, climate change, resource mismanagement, and social conflicts, leaving vulnerable communities in crisis. Amid these challenges, agroecology has emerged as...
This article discusses Brazil's National Articulation of Agroecology (ANA) and its shift to advocating for agroecology policies at the local level following political challenges.
It highlights ANA's strategies, such as mapping...
Human urine, a resource often overlooked, has been a part of agricultural practices for centuries. Packed with essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, it provides a natural, effective solution...
This document reports on the off-farm production, marketing, and use of organic and biofertilizers in Africa, focusing on their role in sustainable agriculture. Covering 12 countries, it highlights challenges such...
1.0 Introduction
Tanzania's rich biodiversity serves as a cornerstone for its ecosystem services and economic development. Approximately 80% of the rural population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods. The agricultural sector...
