This week, we’re looking at deregulated fishing zones, drought solutions in Libya, and a stalled FDA response to food safety violations.
Sustainable Development in Rural Communities: Creating a New Narrative for the Black Belt
There are opportunities to take advantage of in rural communities, but they’re so often overlooked.
USDA Invests US$1 Billion in Climate-Smart Agriculture
USDA announces a US$1 billion investment in pilot projects to support practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or sequester carbon.
Lesotho and IFAD Address the Rural Economy and Sustainable Agriculture
IFAD and Lesotho work to address sustainable rural agriculture development while uplifting women and youth in agriculture.
New on the Podcast: Dr. Felix Kwame Yeboah on Youth-Powered Agricultural Development
Dr. Felix Kwame Yeboah describes his work at the intersection of agricultural development and youth livelihoods in Africa.
Rural Migration and the Changing Face of Agriculture
Rather than a crisis, the FAO views rural migration as critical for our food system and levelling out global inequalities. Better policies are needed, however, to maximize its benefits while minimizing its harmful effects.
