As climate impacts worsen, this drought underscores the urgency of leveraging climate-smart innovations for smallholder farmers. I highly recommend giving this article from Farai Mutsaka a read. washingtonpost.com/world/2024/07/…

Small-scale farmers, rural women, young agripreneurs: all rural people make rural areas places of change, innovation and opportunities! When we invest in them, we invest in development and growth. 🔃 RT if you agree!

As highlighted in the #SOFI2024 report, climate change is having extreme consequences on hunger and malnutrition. Without intervention, the impact will become even more severe. grist.org/food-and-agric…

From helping farmers detect diseases in banana crops to providing them with enhanced weather insights, our partners are working on many great innovations that help smallholder farmers increase yield and bolster climate resilience. devex.com/news/the-ai-ap…

I'm optimistic that sustainable food systems will remain at the forefront of global climate discussions. It’s crucial to focus on the needs of smallholder farmers, who are on the frontlines of climate change and often have the least resources to adapt. forbes.com/sites/daphneew…

Dining in the U.S. is facing a new challenge: water shortages that demand a shift to drought-tolerant foods. While this problem may be new to some, chefs can learn a lot from small-scale farmers who have been dealing with drought impacts for years. nytimes.com/2024/07/30/opi…

By embracing climate-smart solutions that increase productivity in an environmentally friendly way, we can help small-scale farmers grow more food and build resilience to climate change. Thanks for sharing, Carlo Fadda! standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/articl…

Small-scale farmers are crucial to creating a more sustainable food system. Ensuring they have access to AI resources is important, as these tools can help them grow more crops, raise healthier livestock, and adapt to climate change. forbes.com/sites/daphneew…

🌍CGIAR Initiative on Digital Innovation, in collaboration with IFPRI, is transforming Mozambique's agricultural data with the "Statistics from Space" project. This project uses satellite images to boost crop yield accuracy & support local farmers. 🔽 on.cgiar.org/3SJhDFs

I agree, Esther Ngumbi. Young people are the future of African agriculture – and that future is now. With the right investments and access to capital, we can set this generation up for success. ipsnews.net/2024/07/can-ke…

In response to worsening droughts and climate impacts, some small-scale farmers in Kenya, who are on the frontlines of adapting to climate change, are turning to camels to boost their climate resilience. Read more here: africanews.com/2024/08/12/ada…

Beans are essential for building a more sustainable and climate-resilient food system. That’s why our partners are developing climate-smart bean varieties that enhance disease resistance, increase nutrient density, and thrive in harsher conditions. nytimes.com/2024/08/12/opi…

Zimbabwe continues to face a severe food crisis after historic El Niño-induced droughts destroyed over half of the country’s harvest. It’s imperative that we invest in sustainable solutions and support for small-scale farmers. zawya.com/en/economy/afr…

Climate disasters are driving up food prices globally. For some, this means adjusting budgets. For others, it means facing an empty plate. We need a global strategy to enhance the resilience of our food systems. Thanks for sharing, Himanshu Gupta. time.com/7010929/climat…

Kenya’s early warning system helps farmers like Teresa protect crops amid unpredictable weather. With better forecasts and timely alerts, farmers can prepare, helping to boost yields. As Teresa says in the article, “Knowledge can transform farming.” context.news/climate-risks/…

How did a dating app for cows lead to better grades? Producing higher-yield dairy cows doesn't just mean more milk. It means a thriving local economy, nutrition for kids, and funding for their education. Discover more stories of good people doing great things at

It was so great to be at the Africa Food Systems Forum this week to discuss the role of collaboration and innovation in creating a more sustainable and climate-resilient food system. #AFSForum2024

It was wonderful seeing so many of you at the Africa Food Systems Forum. One highlight for me was moderating a session on the launch of Africa’s first Seed Sector Performance Index, which will help strengthen seed delivery systems from breeders’ hands to farmers’ fields.

Women are disproportionately impacted by climate change and hunger, yet their voices are often missing from decision-making. We must prioritize and expand investments in women-led initiatives. weforum.org/agenda/2024/09…

Climate-resilient crops are vital for smallholder farmers facing a warming world. This CIMMYT study reveals how ancient wheat varieties can boost heat/drought tolerance, disease resistance, and yields in modern wheat strains. devex.com/news/how-ancie…