Once fertile soils have become lifeless in Africa. Large incentives for farmers to apply chemical fertilizers has resulted in soil acidification. Farmers like Benson Wanjala in western Kenya can no longer earn a living from his land. bit.ly/3yPsHdt

“Several African organisations demanded that agroecology be included in the Kampala Declaration. The resistance to these ideas reflects a broader trend of side-lining indigenous knowledge and sustainable low-cost practices in favour of industrial agricultural models.”

In Bolivia, farmers and scientists in equal partnership researched weather patterns and climate. This co-creation of knowledge breaks down traditional power dynamics and ensures solutions are tailored to local communities. Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/4dfYvqU McKnight Foundation

In sub-Saharan Africa, peer-learning and observation had the most impact in supporting farmers to shift away from tree-cutting and burning land ahead of a cropping season. Farmers adopted a regenerative approach to farming instead. 🌱 bit.ly/4dfYvqU Groundswell International

Call for EOI: Comprehensive Study on Agroecological Produce Cross Border Trade In the EAC afsafrica.org/call-for-eoi-c…

EVENT: Is big bet philanthropy capable of scaling food systems transformation? We're honored to partner with International Fund for Agricultural Development on an online event exploring ground-breaking innovations and strategies to transform global #FoodSystems. 🗓️ 4 Sept | online ➡️ Register: bit.ly/3MlJRT0

Report: Investors underestimate and mischaracterize the risks involved in conventional agriculture. The report by our allied initiative Transformational Investing in Food Systems, The Rockefeller Foundation, and Pollination Group explores the benefits of investing in regenerative agriculture. bit.ly/4g5mx9K

👉 CGIAR #Agroecology Initiative in Burkina Faso!🥛 🇧🇫 The Agroecological Living Landscape in the Hauts Bassins region of Western Burkina Faso was established in March 2023 Find out more on the results from the Bobo-Dioulasso Dairy Innovation Platform 👉 buff.ly/3X2jhDu

📣 Listen to @Annalappe, Sonia Medina, and masego madzwamuse explore bold philanthropic strategies to end hunger, achieve food security, and ensure climate resilience. Excited to partner with International Fund for Agricultural Development on their online event next Wednesday 4 Sept. Register now: bit.ly/3MlJRT0

🚨 Job Alert 🚨 Accelerator for Systemic Risk Assessment is hiring a Director of Nature-Centric Approaches! This role is key in integrating non-human sanctity into systemic risk assessment, emphasizing the intrinsic value of all life forms. 📅 Apply by 20 September. 🔗 asranetwork.org/news/join-our-…

As #AFSForum2024 happens, key #ClimateChange statistics that should inform our action include the 5% -15% loss of GDP and the disastrous impact on food security. I am happy for the support to attend AFS Forum event. Dr. Jeremiah Rogito UN Food Systems Coordination Hub #ClimateChanger #FoodSystems

How can #Philanthropy scale food systems transformation? Join Anna Lappé, Tonya Allen, Donal Brown, Sonia Medina, masego madzwamuse and Ron Hartman for the conversation at International Fund for Agricultural Development Innovation Talks on 4 September. For more information and to register, visit: ow.ly/QLH150TcpFM

Excited to speak at International Fund for Agricultural Development Innovation Talk! I’ll be sharing the potential power of values-based and community-aligned bold philanthropic partnerships and investments can be mobilized for more equitable & climate resilient #FoodSystems. 🗓️ 4 Sep | online 👉 bit.ly/3MlJRT0

Who will shape Africa’s agricultural future — corporates or local communities? Post-Malabo discussions highlight the need to prioritize African farmers & sustainable local practices over external corporate interests, writes Million Belay African Arguments.bit.ly/4732vJ8

Transitioning to regenerative approaches to agriculture could unlock: 💰 $4.5 trillion in new investment opportunities per year, 🌱 $5.7 trillion of costs per year saved in damages to people and planet. Important report by Transformational Investing in Food Systems The Rockefeller Foundation bit.ly/4g5mx9K

🔴 We are live! How can #Philanthropy scale food systems transformation? Join Anna Lappé, Tonya Allen, Donal Brown , Sonia Medina, masego madzwamuse, and Ron Hartman for an insightful discussion at International Fund for Agricultural Development Innovation Talks. Tune in here: ow.ly/QLH150TcpFM

The future of African agriculture is at a crossroads. The perspectives of African farmers & civil society are too often sidelined in favour of external corporate interests. Read Million Belay's piece exploring who feeds into African agricultural policy. bit.ly/4732vJ8

An oil tanker capsized in Bataan, Philippines, devastating the livelihoods of nearly 28k fisherfolk in the region.🛢️ The continued expansion of oil and gas comes with an inherent risk of #oilspills, which pollute water bodies and destroy livelihoods. bit.ly/4e24wri