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Many countries have embraced the concept of CSA. This was evidenced in a FAO study issued in 2016 showing that 32 of the 189 countries that had submitted Intended Nationally Determined Contributions for the Paris Agreement specifically referenced CSA. Approximately 50 countries endorse, or even prioritize, actions intended to harness the potential synergies between mitigation and adaptation in agriculture. Through research and activities supported by FAO and many other groups, the knowledge base underpinning CSA has also grown significantly. The insights gained in recent years, the success stories and the experiences that have created a better understanding of potential accelerators and barriers to the adoption of CSA practices, are all essential for preparing the ground for the further expansion of CSA at all levels. These insights need to be made available in a timely and accessible manner to support ongoing efforts to promote CSA.