Climate Data in Agriculture and Water for Adaptation: The Case of Sudan
Virtual Event, 31/10/2023
The third webinar under under the FAO-AOAD-LAS webinar series “Towards climate-resilient agrifood systems in the Arab region” was held on Tuesday 31 October, from 11:00 am-12:00 pm (Cairo time) via Zoom. This webinar main goal was to enhance the understanding of NENA region stakeholders on how to improve climate resilience of agriculture and water sectors through improved NAP processes, with a specific focus on the crucial role of climate data in agriculture, with a case study from Sudan.
Participants gained practical insights to make informed decisions within the NAP framework, thereby fortifying adaptive planning and resilience in the region.
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Agenda
Session moderated by Theresa Wong, Natural Resources Officer, FAO RNE
| Time | Topics | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | Welcome, and open remarks | Moderator |
| 10 mins | An introductory presentation about NAP Readiness in | Dr. Sumaya Ahmed Zakieldeen, NAP Readiness Coordinator, FAO |
| 10 mins | Strategies for Effective Climate Data Acquisition in Agricultural Modelling: Technical Approaches and Online Resources | Dr. Jane Mugo, Climatologist- International consultant, University of Nairobi. |
| 10 mins | Utilization of projected (medium-long-term) and downscaled- climate data for assessment of climate change impacts on the agriculture sector in Sudan | Mr. Ammar Mokhtar Gomaha Gaber, Climatologist- National Consultant, NAP Readiness |
| 20 mins | Q&A session | Moderator |
| 5 mins | Closing remarks | Moderator |