Biodiversity

Mainstreaming Biodiversity across Agricultural Sectors to implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

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Introduction	The objective of the programme is to support three countries—Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, and Uganda—in enhancing biodiversity mainstreaming within policies and practices across agricultural sectors at both national and regional levels. This will be done in a structured and coherent manner, taking into account each country's national and regional priorities, needs, regulations, policies, and country programming frameworks.
Country	Lao People's Democratic Republic Madagascar Uganda
Start date	01/03/2024
End date	31/12/2026
Status	Ongoing
Recipient / Target Areas	Africa, Asia-Pacific
Project Code	FVC/GLO/193/MUL (749534)
Objective / Goal	Biodiversity forms the foundation of all food and agricultural production. It is a crucial resource for strengthening the resilience of production systems, reducing negative environmental impacts, and making significant contributions to food security, nutrition, and human well-being. However, various factors associated with agrifood systems—such as land-use changes, overexploitation, pollution, and unsustainable consumption patterns—directly or indirectly contribute to the decline of biodiversity. At the 15th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), Parties adopted the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF), an ambitious plan to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. Achieving most of the 23 targets within the KMGBF depends on actively mainstreaming biodiversity into agrifood sectors (crop production, livestock, fisheries, aquaculture, and forestry), with target 10 specifically focusing on the sustainability of these sectors. Countries are expected to revise and implement their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs), the main instruments for the implementation of the Convention, in line with the KMGBF.
Partners	Donor: Flexible Voluntary Contribution (FVC) Country-Level Partners: Lao PDR: Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Madagascar: Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy Uganda: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries, Ministry of Water and Environment
Beneficiaries	Policy professionals working across various agricultural sectors, including crops, livestock, forestry, fisheries, and aquaculture. Professionals in environmental ministries responsible for natural resource management, climate change, water, and the National Focal Points for the Convention on Biological Diversity. Professionals in other relevant sectors, such as planning, finance, health, and industry. Representatives of farmers, pastoralists, forest dwellers, fisherfolk, Indigenous peoples, and local communities. NGOs, civil society organizations, academia, and private sector organizations.
Activities	Selected activities and results include: National Roadmaps to mainstream biodiversity into agrifood systems officially endorsed by the governments, and serving as references for national policy development, including NBSAPs: Feuille de route pour une meilleure intégration de la biodiversité dans les secteurs agricoles à Madagascar and Mainstreaming biodiversity across agriculture and forestry sectors: a Roadmap for the Lao People's Democratic Republic Read the story: The biodiversity connection In the news: Boeny Region - A collective dynamic for the environment and sustainable agriculture (available in French) FAO and Champasak Governor Join Forces to Mainstream Biodiversity in Agriculture Lao People's Democratic Republic and FAO advance efforts to mainstream biodiversity in agriculture Lao PDR, FAO Conclude Landmark Project to Mainstream Biodiversity in Lao Agrifood Systems Learning Journey on Mainstreaming Biodiversity across Agricultural Sectors in Uganda
Impact	The project will contribute in the long term to the "sustainable use, conservation, and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystem services, promoting sustainable agriculture and food systems, and safeguarding the livelihoods of small-scale producers, Indigenous peoples, and local communities in the context of climate change.
Contact	Lao PDR: Olayvanh Singvilay (National Project Coordinator) [email protected] Madagascar: Manitrala Rasoanaivo / Vatosoa Andriamifidy (National Project Coordinator) [email protected] / [email protected] Uganda: Andrew Akasiibayo (National Project Coordinator) [email protected] Richard Niyomugabo: (Programme Coordinator) [email protected] Julie Belanger: (Natural Resources Officer - Biodiversity) [email protected] Frédéric Castell: (Senior Natural Resources Officer) [email protected] General contact: [email protected]
More on this topic	FAO \| Biodiversity FAO Biodiversity Knowledge Hub Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (cbd.int) FAO Strategy on Mainstreaming Biodiversity across Agricultural Sectors Action Plan for the implementation 2024–2027
Related publications	Mainstreaming biodiversity across agriculture and forestry in the Lao People's Democratic Republic 12/2025 This Roadmap for the Lao People's Democratic Republic charts a path to mainstream biodiversity across agriculture, livestock, forestry, and fisheries. It addresses urgent threats like deforestation and climate change, proposing integrated, sector-wide solutions. Mainstreaming biodiversity across agricultural sectors in Uganda 11/2025 This publication on mainstreaming biodiversity across agricultural sectors in Uganda (2024–2030) promotes sustainable practices, community empowerment, and innovation to drive economic growth and environmental stewardship. By linking biodiversity-friendly production to markets and promoting responsible resource management, it aims to build a resilient future that safeguards natural wealth and well-being.