In recognizing the urgent need to address global challenges such as biodiversity loss, food insecurity, and climate change, it is essential to incorporate diverse knowledge systems, including Indigenous worldviews and knowledge of nature. The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) has taken significant steps to integrate Indigenous...

Not all good intentions lead to effective and fair policy designs, as their implementation creates new problems. The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) may be an example. In targeting ‘deforestation-free’ trade, it forces a complex social–ecological reality into an oversimplified forest–non-forest representation. The forest definition used refers to tree cover...

This video - produced by the PSii project (Agroecological TRANSITIONS program) in Ethiopia - explores the critical role of crop diversity in enhancing soil health, detailing the benefits of diverse cropping systems such as improved soil structure, nutrient cycling, and beneficial microbial activity. It highlights various incentives that are encouraging...

This teaser introduces an infographic and policy brief exposing barriers to Indigenous People’s participation in school feeding supply chains and the strategies to break them down through concrete actions. Prepared for the 2nd School Meals Coalition Global Summit (18–19 September 2025), this video is produced by the Indigenous Peoples’ Food...

With support from the Government of Japan, and in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Egypt's Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI), ICARDA has set a new standard for sustainable agriculture in water-scarce regions with completion of the Enhancing Agricultural Productivity project in...

L’article « La recherche au service des politiques de sécurité alimentaire : comment rendre les connaissances accessibles ? »  du Grain de sel N° 86 (2024 # 1, pp 8-9) consacré au dialogue entre science-politique pour des systèmes alimentaires durables a suscité un commentaire et un complément au développement sur la nécessité de prendre également en...

Nigeria boasts one of the largest livestock populations in Africa, significantly contributing to its agricultural gross domestic product. However, the crucial pastoral production system which encompasses millions of pastoralists faces significant challenges due to climate change.

This digital dashboard provides a summary of the various types of innovations available to pastoralists and agro-pastoralists in dryland regions in Supporting Pastoralism and Agriculturein Recurrent and Protracted Crises (SPARC) focus countries.

Un volume conséquent de la coopération d’AVSF depuis 20 ans se concentre sur l’accompagnement de nombreuses organisations de producteur.trice.s de cacao, en raison de l’importance de cette filière dans un certain nombre de nos pays de coopération et des enjeux de durabilité et d’équité qui la caractérisent : la réduction de...

This report presents the first comprehensive analysis of climate finance needs for agrifood systems to help meet the 1.5-degree objective. Low-carbon and resilient agrifood systems are vital to ensure the food security and sustainable development of a growing human population and global economic development. This report aims to better inform...

In this paper, the authors reviewed the status of deforestation footprinting, comparing and contrasting methods and results from across global and regional studies. They highlighted a number of challenges which need to be addressed: Current deforestation footprinting methods do not always account for the impacts of non-agricultural land use. Deforestation footprinting data...

Inland fisheries in Cambodia are of great importance to the livelihoods of rural communities, as they provide sustenance and seasonal income for the local population. Community fish refuges (CFRs) are natural or human-made water bodies that hold water throughout the year, providing a dry-season sanctuary for aquatic life. Managed mainly...

The Mediterranean region faces mounting challenges from climate change, population growth and persistent inequalities especially affecting youth and women. A sustainable transition is urgently needed to promote low-carbon, inclusive growth while safeguarding ecological integrity and resilience. Regional cooperation, education reform and robust monitoring are key to this transformation.Forests and wooded...

Dans les pays du Sud, l’agriculture est très présente en milieu urbain, où elle assure une fonction économique, nutritionnelle et de sécurité alimentaire. Or, ces pays connaissent une urbanisation croissante, entraînant à la fois une réduction des terres cultivables et une augmentation de la demande en produits frais. Pour lutter...

La presente experiencia es parte de una serie documentada, en el marco de un ciclo de conversatorios denominados “Gestión climática y resiliente de los ecosistemas agrícolas” organizados por la Comunidad de práctica de suelos en América Latina y el Caribe. El mantenimiento de la salud de nuestros suelos requiere del...

This rapid evidence review set out to explore the empirical evidence on how collective action among women has impacted their ability to cope with a shock or stress in the context of agri-food systems. The research question was: What are the differential impacts of women’s collective action on their resilience...

Climate change impacts water resources in the Himalayan region, with cross-sectoral effects felt across various scales. This study focuses on the Karnali River, which is crucial for livelihoods, agriculture, and hydropower generation in the region, and assesses the impact of climate change on these sectors. We use the SWAT+ hydrological...

El análisis comparativo de las experiencias de México y Sudán ofrece valiosas lecciones sobre cómo promover la equidad de género en la agricultura familiar. Los objetivos son identificar elementos comunes y diferencias clave, extraer lecciones aprendidas y proporcionar recomendaciones para mejorar la efectividad y sostenibilidad de las políticas públicas, así...

La présente étude vise à examiner la diversité génétique des palmeraies traditionnelles du Tafilalet, la principale zone de culture du palmier dattier au Maroc. L’étude vise également à déterminer l’impact de la stratégie nationale de développement de la filière palmier dattier sur la préservation et la protection de cette diversité....

En septembre 2024, des pluies d’une intensité inégale ont frappé les régions du Sud marocain, notamment Zagora et Tagounite, avec plus de 200 millimètres de précipitations en trois jours. Si ces intempéries ont causé d’importants dommages matériels et des pertes humaines, elles ont aussi entraîné une repousse exceptionnelle de la...