The Conference of the Parties, or the Conference of the Signatory States, is the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Its annual sessions.
One of the factors contributing to a country’s food sovereignty is the fertility of its soil. When soils are rich in organic matter, plants become more resistant to pests, yields.
Famine is an ongoing threat in Africa, severely impacting populations due to multiple factors. They face numerous challenges to their food security, ranging from extreme events like droughts or floods.
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized financial institution supporting the development of rural populations, has just released the results of a survey on the sources of financing.
In the 2023-2024 season, the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) estimates that the world will produce 663 million tonnes of oilseeds. However, despite having a population of 1.3 billion.
The effects of water scarcity are worsening in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as projections indicate increasing demand over the next quarter-century. It is estimated that an.
Just like fertilizers, irrigation aims to improve crop yields, mitigate drought, or satisfy water-intensive crops like corn or cotton. With the agricultural sector consuming 70% of available water resources, the.
The authors of the article “Measuring Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture: Innovations and Evidence” have reviewed empowerment practices, the innovations they represent, and the progress they provide to women involved in.
Climate change, consumption patterns, new food sources, urban agriculture, and biotechnologies are all elements to consider in future strategies for restructuring food systems. The goal of countries is to meet.
Agricultural Transformation Zones, also known as agro-industrial zones, are considered indispensable drivers of the transition towards a more efficient and resilient agri-food sector. Africa is undoubtedly the continent with the.
