The Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG) hosted by the FAO Land and Water Division recently held its seventh webinar under the title: Pandemics/Epidemics, Drought and Agriculture: Building back better. Read more.

Water use in agriculture is fundamental for both food security and rural livelihoods, but also supports improved nutrition through many pathways; in tandem with water uses in other sectors, notably WASH. This webinar—which draws on the work of the WASAG Working Group on Water and Nutrition--described the important linkages. Read more....

Quinoa, which has high nutrient content and adaptability to various marginal conditions has been identified by various organizations, such as FAO, the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) and CIRAD, as a food that has vital role to play in the realization of food and nutrition. Read more.

The Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG) hosted by the FAO Land and Water Division organized its fourth webinar on "Bridging financing gaps for Nationally Determined Contributions in agriculture under climate change". Read more.

The working group on Saline Agriculture, under the framework of WASAG, organized a webinar titled "Soil and water management in salt affected areas: practical solutions and tools" to share knowledge and experience in addressing the multiple challenges related to agriculture. Read more.