SCALA's latest analysis presented at COP 30, highlights both progress and challenges in national adaptation planning for agrifood systems. While all developing countries prioritize the sector, the report reveals significant gaps between planning ambitions and implementation realities.  Read more...

At COP30, a new FAO and UNDP report issues a stark warning: despite being a top adaptation priority in national plans, agrifood systems are critically underfunded, receiving only 20% of the needed finance. The analysis, "Agrifood Systems in National Adaptation Plans," reveals this critical gap is undermining countries' climate ambitions and leaving food security vulnerable. Read more...

Facing prolonged droughts and intense floods, Thai farmers are safeguarding their crops with new knowledge and tools. Through the SCALA programme, they are adopting climate-smart practices—from detailed field record-keeping to nature-based solutions—that strengthen local resilience. Their story is one of transforming challenges into opportunities, ensuring both food security and a sustainable future for their communities. Read more...

Climate change is reshaping how we grow, trade and share food — putting millions of livelihoods at risk. Through the SCALA programme, UNDP and FAO are working hand in hand with countries to strengthen agriculture and land use systems, turning national climate goals into action on the ground. Discover five evidence-based strategies to transform agriculture and food systems for a sustainable, climate-resilient future. Read more...

As heat and water stress challenge Egypt’s livestock farmers, the SCALA programme is turning evidence into action—helping communities and businesses adopt climate-smart solutions that protect livelihoods, empower women, and secure a resilient livestock sector. Read more...

The SCALA programme took center stage at recent UN Climate Week events, showcasing how it advances ecosystem-based adaptation and implementation in the agriculture and land use sectors. The team highlighted success stories from countries like Colombia and Ethiopia, proving how multi-stakeholder collaboration can turn national climate plans into transformative local action. Read more...

The German donor of the SCALA programme recently visited Mongolia to review its success in building a climate-resilient agriculture sector. The mission highlighted SCALA’s work in strengthening policies and delivering practical solutions for local herders and farmers. Read more...

FAO’s new climate finance exhibit highlights initiatives like the SCALA programme, which provides critical funding for agrifood solutions that build resilience and reduce emissions. This display informs delegates on how investment in agriculture can achieve gains in climate, biodiversity, and food security. Read more...

FAO is helping countries strengthen their national climate action plans with a special focus on food and farming. A new article reveals how this work, led by projects including the SCALA programme and CBIT-AFOLU+, is helping Colombia build a system to track progress toward its ambitious goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read more...

A meeting with provincial officials recently strengthened cooperation for sustainable agricultural practices in Argentina. The event highlighted the SCALA programme's role in helping provinces advance climate adaptation by supporting programs for good agricultural practices. Read more...

Cashew farming in Cambodia’s Stung Treng province faces growing climate and deforestation risks. Through SCALA’s participatory value chain assessment, stakeholders are charting a path toward sustainable, deforestation-free cashew production. Read more...

The FAO-UNDP SCALA programme, funded by IKI, is helping countries draft and update national adaptation plans, strengthen the adaptation component of nationally determined contributions, and achieve greater alignment with national biodiversity strategies and action plans. Read more...

Nepal is training a new generation of agriculture and livestock professionals to turn climate policy into action, with hands-on solutions tailored to local needs. Through the FAO-UNDP SCALA programme, these change-makers are helping build a more resilient, inclusive, and climate-smart future for the country’s farming communities. Read more...

Under the SCALA Private Sector Engagement Facility, a workshop in Uzbekistan validated key findings on climate-smart agriculture in the Aral Sea region—one of the country’s most climate-affected areas. The event spotlighted sustainable farming practices, resilient crops like sesame and mung beans, and investment opportunities to boost adaptation and rural livelihoods. Read more...

How can businesses help build a climate-resilient future for agriculture? This article captures how countries like Cambodia, Côte d’Ivoire and Costa Rica are partnering with the private sector to protect ecosystems, improve livelihoods and grow sustainable value chains through the SCALA programme. Read more...

Agriculture feeds the world but also drives climate change, contributing over 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions. In Thailand, sustainable farming solutions—like improved rice cultivation and organic alternatives—are paving the way for a low-carbon, climate-resilient future. Read more...

National Adaptation Plans are essential blueprints helping countries prepare for and respond to climate risks across sectors. Through initiatives like the SCALA programme, countries are strengthening their adaptation efforts by aligning NAPs with NDCs and advancing climate-resilient development. Read more...

SCALA’s 2024 Highlights Report showcases progress in 12 countries, strengthening climate resilience in agriculture and land use. From closing information gaps to mobilizing private sector finance and driving gender-responsive action, the report highlights key achievements. It also features the launch of the Climate Action Review (CAR) Tool at COP29 to help countries scale adaptation efforts. Read more...

Thailand’s agriculture faces rising climate risks, from extreme weather to declining yields. With the sector contributing 18% of emissions, SCALA underscores the urgency of sustainable adaptation for food security. Read more...

Discover how the SCALA programme is advancing gender equality in agriculture and climate action. In our latest interview, Sibyl Nelson, SCALA’s Gender Focal Point, shares insights on gender-transformative approaches and how SCALA is helping countries integrate gender-responsive actions into climate planning. Read more...