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...

This document offers guidance to governments on how to support family farmers by promoting and implementing agroecology and organic agriculture approaches.It highlights a selection of relevant measures and provides real-world examples of successful implementation. The document will contribute to the implementation of the UNDFF Global Action Plan’s Pillars 1 and...

The tropics are home to the greatest social and biological diversity on the planet and share many social and economic challenges. Here, the authors focus on micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), smallholders and value chains that include larger producers and processors, while considering similarities and differences between Colombia, Kenya...

As part of an innovative programme, 30 teacher entrepreneurs were equipped with knowledge, skills, and tools during a training workshop in April 2025 to introduce video-based agroecological learning in their schools and surrounding communities, inspiring the students and other youths to help build more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems, while becoming...

Formed in 2007, Food Plant Solutions Rotary Action Group (FPS) creates science-based educational materials, which: identify highly nutritious local food plants, explain how to grow them in a sustainable, agroecological way, detail the nutritional value of the plants and describe why human bodies require those nutrients. The resources created by FPS allows people to better...

Developed under FAO’s RENOFARM (Reduce the Need for Antimicrobials on Farms for Sustainable Agrifood Systems Transformation) initiative, this practical manual serves as a complementary resource for livestock Farmer Field School (FFS) facilitators. It introduces established social and behavioural science methods and frameworks, offering an innovative lens to address the persistent...

Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems (IPFS) are vital for sustaining biodiversity, cultural heritage, and resilient food systems, yet they are frequently marginalized in policies and programs and disproportionately affected by socio-economic and climate-related challenges. Paradoxically, these systems offer many solutions to global crises. School meals, the world’s largest safety net, currently...

Pendant la première moitié du XXe siècle, le stockage des grains à la ferme s’est effectué essentiellement en sacs conservés en grenier. À partir des années 1930 sont apparus les premiers silos de stockage de type coopératif. Ces structures de conservation en vrac ont rapidement été confrontées à des difficultés de...

Formed in 2007, Food Plant Solutions Rotary Action Group (FPS) creates science-based educational materials, which: identify highly nutritious local food plants, explain how to grow them in a sustainable, agroecological way, detail the nutritional value of the plants and describe why human bodies require those nutrients. The resources created by FPS allows people to better...

As a child, Zauresh remembers a vast sea with a large variety of vegetation, fish, and animals. Once, a full-flowing sea provided the residents of the surrounding villages with food and work. However, due to the decision to increase the area for cotton planting, the massive use of chemicals, and...

Agriculture continues to play a vital role in livelihood across the northeastern province of Stung Treng, yet it has also emerged as a major contributor to deforestation and environmental degradation. The expansion of farmland, particularly for crop like cashew has driven forest loss, undermining biodiversity, degrading soil health, and threatening...

En esta publicación se aborda la gestión sostenible del suelo y el agua, los recursos esenciales para enfrentar los efectos del cambio climático, garantizar la seguridad alimentaria y avanzar hacia sistemas agroalimentarios más sostenibles, eficientes e inclusivos. Dirigida a técnicos agrícolas, extensionistas, formuladores de políticas y profesionales del desarrollo, en...

In the current context of cascading environmental, political and economic challenges, awareness is growing of the need to increase food-system resilience. Increasing uncertainty, coupled with rising levels of food insecurity, demands a shift towards structures and systems that can better mitigate shocks and stresses. Action is needed now to bring...

Despite their essential contributions, Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems (IPFS) are often marginalized in current policies and programmes and are the most affected by socio-economic and climate-related disparities. Paradoxically, they also hold many of the solutions to global crises. Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples requires...

El ciclo de conversatorios y seminarios web “Gestión climática y resiliente de los ecosistemas agrícolas” fue organizado durante el año 2022 por la Comunidad de práctica de Suelos, una iniciativa promovida por la Oficina Regional de la FAO para América Latina y el Caribe y la Alianza por el Suelo...

Este informe analiza el modelo cooperativo de consumo desarrollado por la Cooperativa Obrera en Argentina. Se destaca su papel clave en la promoción de sistemas agroalimentarios sostenibles y el acceso a alimentos saludables. Con presencia en más de 70 localidades, la Cooperativa Obrera ha implementado estrategias innovadoras que incluyen la...