The FAO Agroecology Digest presents a round-up of news, research publications, stories from the field, and multimedia materials (and much more) worldwide.
This month, the GERMINATE! column features an article on “Is...
Nepal is shaping its Agroecology Roadmap as part of the Himalayan Agroecology Initiative (HAI), aiming for a 20-year transformation of its food systems. LI-BIRD, in collaboration with policymakers, researchers, and...
The DeSIRA initiative has driven agricultural innovation across 65 countries through 80 research projects aimed at tackling climate change, biodiversity loss, and poverty. While systemic transformation remains a long-term goal,...
ASEAN has taken a major step toward sustainable food systems with the launch of the ASEAN Policy Guidelines on Agroecological Transitions, officially presented in Vientiane, Laos. Developed through the Lao...
Family farming is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone in the transition to more sustainable and resilient agricultural systems, capable of withstanding economic shocks and climate change. A recent analysis explored...
Bhutan is setting its sights on food self-sufficiency by 2029, with a strong emphasis on boosting rice and vegetable production. However, challenges such as fallow lands, water shortages, and climate...
Aquaculture in Zambia is a vital driver of agricultural development, economic growth, and poverty reduction, especially in northern and rural areas. However, limited access to markets and purchasing power means...
Access Agriculture is empowering young entrepreneurs and educators to bridge the knowledge gap in sustainable farming through digital innovation. By equipping individuals with smart projectors—solar-powered, offline video hubs—this initiative ensures...
A recent case study in Valle del Cauca, Colombia, highlights the potential nutritional advantages of agroecological farming compared to conventional and commercial systems. By collaborating with local farmers, researchers analyzed...
This call for Entrepreneurs for Rural Access (ERAs) is part of the “Support of Agroecological transformation processes in India” (SuATI) project, which is being implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für...
On the occasion of its fifth anniversary, the Minka international network is pleased to invite you to its reflective seminar “Agroecological approach & crises”.
This seminar will bring together actors from a wide range...
This article introduces Mary Muthoni Wangari, a 24-year-old Kenyan trainee lawyer and grassroots activist, who is transforming agriculture through agroecology to combat climate change and food insecurity in the country.
As...
In a bold step to revolutionize sustainable food systems, the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Deutsche...
This journal article highlights;
The Gender in Agriculture Policy Analysis tool assesses gender-responsiveness of policies.
Gender remains insufficiently integrated in agricultural policy documents.
Explicit GEWE objectives in agricultural policies can improve gender-responsiveness.
Understanding the intersection of agroecology and feminism is crucial for women’s emancipation in food system transformations. Our research explores how Bolivian indigenous and peasant women perceive agroecology’s transformative role in...
These documents are part of a series of publications created to illustrate the results of evaluations conducted by FAO partners using the TAPE tool on their projects.
The countries featured in this publication...
Modern food systems are deeply intertwined with fossil fuel use, a hidden reality that often escapes our attention. From the diesel in tractors to synthetic fertilizers, plastic packaging, and food...
A recent study highlights how crop diversification can support pollinator biodiversity in intensive agricultural landscapes. Practices like intercropping, cultivating flowering and novel crops, and reducing field sizes enhance floral resources...
This document evaluates the sustainability of smallholder dairy systems in the Peruvian Amazon, focusing on silvopastoral versus conventional systems. Using the FAO’s Tool for Agroecological Performance Evaluation (TAPE), the study...
