Livestock systems across the world are transformed by capitalist forces. Understanding these social, economic, and cultural transformations is important because it has major implications for rural populations across the world. Traditionally, the study of livestock systems has been organized along the conceptual classification of ranching in North America and Australia...

Seeds and foods that are rooted in ancient traditions and practices can be a major contributor to people’s physical, mental and spiritual health. Women farmers in the North East of the United Kingdom are saving and exchanging traditional seeds, which is giving them a sense of abundance. In a garden at Montana University...

En esta nota de política se aborda la experiencia sobre el diseño e implementación piloto de un Sistema de Índices de Riesgos Multidimensionales con enfoque de género, con el objetivo de: i) fortalecer la resiliencia comunitaria, ii) mejorar los sistemas de alerta temprana y iii) garantizar la protección y autonomía...

Agroecology is rapidly gaining momentum as a transformative approach to agriculture, blending ecological science with traditional and modern farming practices. Unlike conventional methods that often prioritize yield over sustainability, agroecology integrates ecological principles while considering societal and economic factors. This holistic perspective is driving a paradigm shift, influencing traditional research...

In Zambia, aquaculture is being championed as a solution to pressing challenges like poverty, hunger, and undernutrition while also fostering rural economic growth. Among the various fish species Zambian farmers cultivated, tilapia is the most prevalent. However, raising tilapia requires an adequate supply of essential nutrients like proteins, amino acids,...

LIFE Newsletter: News about fair fisheries, healthy seas and vibrant fishing communities

On 27th January, 2025, Lokhit Pashu-Palak Sansthan (LPPS) and Bharat Krishak Samaj (BKS) organized a National Seminar on ‘The Future of Camels in India: How to ensure their Conservation and Well-Being’ at the India Habitat Centre in New-Delhi. The event was attended by more than 50 stakeholders, representing  the Governments of...

El video nos muestra cómo los pequeños agricultores aprenden sobre las nuevas tecnologías que pueden ayudarles a adaptarse a los efectos del cambio climático.

This document provides general and technical information about the province of Balochistan, focusing on its geography, political context, economic relevance of agriculture, people, agriculture, and livelihoods. It also discusses the role of women and youth in agriculture, food security, nutrition, health, agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and agroecological zones.The...

Agroecology is far more than a set of sustainable agricultural practices. Agroecology puts peasants and indigenous voices at the center. It seeks to preserve biocultural diversity and strengthen resilience while challenging existing power structures in the food system. This dossier is a collaborative effort of Heinrich Böll Foundation offices and our partner...

Muchas plantas alimenticias locales y silvestres no aparecen en los datos dietéticos y de producción, limitando el conocimiento sobre las dietas reales y los entornos alimentarios (FAO et al., 2023). La falta de datos sobre la composición de los alimentos y la especificidad de las dietas según el contexto indica...

At the request of the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, a joint FAO/WFP Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) visited the country from 7 to 21 December 2024. The objectives of the CFSAM (henceforth referred to as the Mission) were to estimate staple food crop production in...

En este breve video Pilar Gil, profesora del Departamento de fruticultura de la PUC de Chile e investigadora nos comparte: La importancia de la programación de los riegos y los requerimientos para llevar adelante un programa ajustado a las condiciones propias del campo. Análisis de diferentes programas de riego y propuestas de ajustes. La...

En este breve video Pilar Gil, profesora del Departamente de fruticultura de la PUC de Chile e investigadora nos comparte: Cómo definir cuándo regar en esta nueva temporada de riego tan especial y desafiante. Criterios para tomar las decisiones de riego. Cómo programar y ajustar la estrategia de riego en base al monitoreo. Una planilla...

The African Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) welcomes the opportunity to engage with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) on finding resources to support biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in South Africa. We support the White Paper on Conservation and Sustainable Use of South Africa’s Biodiversity in its...

Harry, a modern farmer, practices recirculating aquaculture to grow his fish. He grows Tilapia without relying on the natural water systems. Harry’s day consists of monitoring water quality, feeding the fish, monitoring fish behavior and system maintenance, if necessary. His fish are being grown in a controlled environment making it...

Cultivar alimentos para 8 mil millones de personas, basados en la permanente explotación de la tierra, es insostenible. En este cuarto capítulo de "Maestra Naturaleza" hablaremos sobre cómo migrar de la agricultura intensiva, industrializada y dependiente de agroquímicos, a una agricultura más sustentable con la tierra y comprometida con la...

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) have cooperated over several decades to develop and implement the Agro-Ecological Zones (AEZ) modelling framework and databases. AEZ relies on well-established land evaluation principles to assess natural resources for finding suitable agricultural land utilization options. It identifies...

Billions of people depend on the fresh water that flows from increasingly fragile mountain environments. The water resources we receive from mountains are literally melting away before our eyes.Mountains and alpine glaciers – often referred to as the world’s ‘water towers’ – are becoming increasingly vulnerable to climate change and unsustainable...

Community-based adaptation (CBA) is a proven approach to building resilience to climate change. However, despite being around for over 20 years, there are still gaps in the policy context and limited resources available to realize its potential. Why? Experts from the International Institute for Sustainable Development reviewed over 50 policy...