Rural communication services: Trends and experiences in Asia and the Pacific

The United Nations Decade of Family Farming (2019–2028) acknowledges the importance of inclusive rural communication services (RCS) to advance the economic, environmental and social dimensions of family farming. This study examines RCS’s role in family farming and rural transformation in Asia and the Pacific, integrating case studies with media and information technology trends to emphasize the need for participatory, farmer-centred communication aligned with local realities.The study concludes with recommendations for embedding RCS into national policies, fostering development opportunities for family farmers and rural communities in the region.