The livestock sector in Zambia plays a key role in the economy and rural livelihoods. The industry is growing and contributes about 42 percent to the agricultural GDP, employing over...

National stakeholders recognize the need to improve mitigation and adaptation measures in Zambia's livestock systems.   Multiple stakeholders from Zambia's livestock and climate change sectors recently convened to discuss climate actions in...

FAO headquarters, Rome – The Annual Resource Partner Consultation of the Flexible Voluntary Contribution (FVC) took place as a hybrid event at FAO, Rome. About twenty-two delegates from Australia, Belgium, Flanders,...

In historic Samarkand, Uzbekistan, leading thinkers from around the globe convened for an international conference on food security to discuss a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future for the world's...

Zeinabou Mint Smail comes from the traditionally pastoral region of Assaba in Mauritania. Her family members were herders, but years of great drought chased them off the land and towards...

FAO organizes a national stakeholder workshop to support livestock-related nationally determined contributions in Tanzania. The United Republic of Tanzania is home to the fourth largest cattle herd in Africa after Ethiopia,...

In recent years, the government of Bangladesh has intensified its focus on the livestock sector, recognizing its significant role in improving rural livelihoods and contributing to the economic growth of...

Livestock systems in Senegal are a vital socio-economic sector, providing livelihoods, employment, and income to nearly one-third of Senegalese households. Despite its significant contribution to rural economies, the livestock sector...

Zimbabwe is affected by direct and indirect impacts of climate change. It has experienced severe livestock losses due to recurring droughts, heatwaves, and tropical cyclones, such as Cyclone Idai, which...

Burkina Faso's livestock industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including cattle, poultry, and small ruminant farming. Despite its importance, this sector faces challenges, particularly in contributing to greenhouse gas...

19 June 2024, Accra - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a new project aimed at supporting farmers with digital tools in Malawi, Rwanda and...

Cabo Verde and Uzbekistan, first to benefit from new training under the AWSAMe initiative using the knowledge products of WASAG for saline agriculture. Increasing salinity conditions is one of the manifestations...

From 13 to 16 May 2024, Malawi hosted a mission in Lilongwe for the ‘Addressing Water Scarcity for Agriculture and Environment’ (AWSAMe) initiative, which includes a component on indigenous, drought...

In collaboration with Ethio Red Fox Agricultural Drone Spraying and Manufacturing, the digital team at FAO's Office of Innovation, the digital agriculture innovation hubs in Ethiopia, and the Ministry of...

The participation of the Digital Agriculture Innovation Hubs in the FAO Pavilion at COP28 showcased  Ethiopia's commitment to sharing experiences in leveraging digital solutions to address climate change challenges. The...

The Future of Food Pitch Fest, a highlight of the 2024 Science and Innovation Forum showcased bold agrifood innovations, including Reboot the Earth, Global AgroInno Challenge, Seeding the Future Foundation...

With this training provided by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Khadiga Khanom soon decided to take a leap of faith and start her own business....