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Recognizing the role of women in the aquaculture sector: Experiences in Thailand
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization recognizes the role of women as agents of change in aquaculture which is being considered as one of…
FAO launches ‘Voices for Change’ video series to amplify perspectives on family farming
FAO has launched the “Voices for Change” video series, a collection of interviews and insights from key stakeholders at the Global Family…
ComDev Asia joins the celebration of International Women’s Day
A group of women in the Vaijapur cluster in India are able to reap good yields, thanks to sustainable farming efforts.
Listening to change: FAO-supported rural radio initiatives boost climate action
As the world marks World Radio Day 2025 on 13 February under the theme Radio and Climate Change, it is worth reflecting on the fundamental…
AMARC Asia-Pacific joins call for climate action on World Radio Day celebration
AMARC Asia-Pacific, a regional association of community radio broadcasters in Asia and the Pacific, participates in the annual celebration of the World Radio Day…
Family Farmers receives climate finance to support Sustainable Agriculture-study
Family farmers produce 80% of the food consumed in Asia and support the livelihoods of more than 2.5 billion people. The ingenuity and innovation of…
Jackfruit highlighted as a fruit with high potential in Bangladesh
There is an abundance of jackfruit in Bangladesh. The country is recognized as the second largest producer of jackfruit in the world.
Thus, it is…
Governance, resilience keys to more sustainable food systems – study
Governance and resilience are two key areas identified as leverage points towards transforming food systems for sustainability.
Participatory videos effective in nutrition-sensitive agriculture interventions
A 2022 study published in Maternal & Child Nutrition found that participatory videos and women’s group meetings significantly improved dietary diversity among women and children…
Participatory devcom approaches boost sustainable agriculture in Vietnam – study
A 2013 study conducted in Vietnam’s Northwest Highlands highlights the importance of holistic impact assessment for connecting agricultural research to development outcomes. This approach is…