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The Zero Hunger Pledge has collected more than USD 609 Million in 50 countries with the involvement of 53 companies.  Countries have pledged to invest on one or more of the 3 priority categories that Ceres2030 identified as the most effective to end hunger by 2030:  🔵 Empower the excluded  🔵 Stronger farmers and crops   🔵 Food value chain Bayer has pledged to support projects in different continents - Africa, Asia, and Latin America - focusing on research and development to get quality vegetable seeds into the hands of smallholder farmers, to provide even more growers with seeds of Bayer Arize hybrid rice and to invest through partnerships and additional programs. 🌱 The company pledged USD 160 million in all three Ceres2030 categories mentioned above. 🙌 What a great support to #EndHunger! #Africa #LatinAmerica #Asia #SmallholderFarmers #ResearchAndDevelopment #ResilientCrop Rodrigo Santos Gabriela Burian (she/her) 🇧🇷🇫🇷🇨🇿🇺🇸 International Rice Research Institute Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) Sustainable Rice Platform Instituto Interamericano de Cooperación para la Agricultura (IICA) International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Bill Anderson Wolfgang Nickl Stefan Oelrich Heike Prinz Julio Triana Bob Reiter Brian Naber Amanda McClerren Frank Terhorst Gabriele Oehlschlaeger Malu Nachreiner Jens Hartmann Jeremy Williams Oliver Rittgen Maurício Rodrigues Sascha Israel Jessica Christiansen

Ahead of the African Food Systems Summit in Kigali next month, African faith leaders, backed by civil society and farmer groups, will issue an open letter to the Gates Foundation. They cite much evidence that the foundation's push for industrialized agriculture, particularly through AGRA, is harming Africa's food systems. This evidence shows that despite over a billion dollars in funding, AGRA's initiatives have increased dependency on costly inputs, eroded local seeds, and weakened climate resilience. The letter calls for reparations and a shift toward sustainable, farmer-led agroecology. Join the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa's (AFSA) press conference next week on August 28th to learn more: 📝An open letter demanding that the Gates Foundation provide reparations for the damage caused by its Green Revolution programs. 🌾The devastating effects of the Green Revolution agenda in Zambia, where corn production has fallen by half and food insecurity is severe. 🔎Research results from AFSA on AGRA’s undue policy influence, which is undermining efforts to promote farmer-led ecological agriculture. Read the full letter: https://lnkd.in/ehVZ979d Register: https://lnkd.in/eJKxzQhz

🌍 Thrilled to share this thought-provoking article from The New York Times highlighting the innovative approach to agriculture in Africa. The article sheds light on the resurgence of traditional crops in Africa and the potential impact on sustainable food production and climate resilience. The insightful piece explores how farmers across Africa are rediscovering and embracing traditional crops such as millet, sorghum, and indigenous vegetables, which have been long overlooked in favor of more modern and commercialized alternatives. By returning to these resilient and nutritious crops, farmers are not only preserving cultural heritage but also adapting to changing climate patterns and promoting biodiversity. As we continue to address the challenges of food security and climate change, it's inspiring to see the revitalization of traditional agricultural practices that have sustained communities for generations. This shift not only holds promise for local economies but also presents an opportunity for global collaboration and knowledge exchange in sustainable agriculture. We encourage everyone to read the full article to gain valuable insights into the transformative potential of traditional crops in Africa's agricultural landscape. Let's celebrate and support initiatives that promote sustainable and resilient food systems for a better, more equitable future. #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateResilience #FoodSecurity #Africa #TraditionalCrops #TheNewYorkTimes #GlobalCollaboration https://lnkd.in/ghTAkJAu

At a recent launch event organized by FAO and Biovision Africa Trust titled “National Agroecology Strategies: Lighthouses for food system transformation”, we learnt about the unprecedented momentum for agroecological national action in Eastern and Southern Africa. Agroecology is a sustainable approach to agriculture that incoporates nature. The National Agroecology Strategies are frameworks that strengthen a country’s policies related to food systems and outline specific policy interventions that accelerate food system transformation through agroecology. They drive improvements in food security, climate resilience, biodiversity, water usage, soil protection and farm incomes, among many others. The best part? These strategies target all parts of the food system, including agricultural production, natural resource management and governance, research and extension, education, value chain development, markets, consumption and food waste governance. WingFarm is grateful to be part of a great movement that supports our vision - to help rural communities throughout Africa realize their full potential. #kilimonimboka #nationalagroecologystrategies #foodsystemtransformation

🌱 Embracing the Future of Agriculture in Africa 🌍 In the ongoing dialogue about the future of agriculture and food in Africa, it's time to shift our focus to the roots—literally! Traditional staples like teff, cassava, and yams deserve to be front and center in the conversation. What #captivates me the most is the incredible resilience these crops exhibit. Coupled with the deep-rooted familiarity that African farmers have with their cultivation, it begs the question: Why have these invaluable resources been overlooked for so long in the realm of wider trade and production? The silver lining is that times are changing, and the spotlight is finally turning towards these unsung heroes of agriculture. As we explore sustainable and resilient solutions for the future, let's celebrate the rich tapestry of crops that have been sustaining communities for generations. 🌾 Let's amplify the voices of local farmers and champion agricultural practices that are not only deeply rooted in tradition but also hold the key to a more sustainable and resilient future. by SANJAYKUMAR VASOYA Together, we can cultivate positive change! ETG ONE STOP SOLUTION 🌍🚜 #AgricultureInAfrica #SustainableFuture #FarmersFirst #ResilientCrops #AgriculturalRevolution 🌱

We are excited to have our Managing Director Rachel Wanyoike speak in a panel at The Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) Leadership forum. Rachel will highlight Solidaridad's role in promoting agroecology and how we engage agribusinesses and smallholder farmers. Agroecology is a crucial aspect of the global response to deforestation, biodiversity loss, soil depletion, and greenhouse gas emissions, which deplete and degrade the biodiversity that supports food systems. Natural resources and ecosystems give food production inputs for food systems to function. To advance agroecology and regenerative practices, stakeholders should: challenge the industrial food system's economic and political power structures with alternative social structures and policies. Solidaridad East and Central Africa scale business ecosystems where farmers and cooperatives/industries realize that agrarian and agricultural structural changes are needed to increase organic food production and market access. Our projects incorporate agroecology, which is sustainable commodity farming that works in balance with nature. #ChangeThatMatters

#AFSA recently sat down with Gabriel Manyangadze, our dedicated Food and Climate Manager at SAFCEI, to delve into his role and current initiatives in the realm of Food and Climate. Gabriel's commitment shines through as he champions sustainable practices, recognizing them not only as a means for food security but as profound expressions of spiritual and moral responsibility towards the earth and future generations. In the interview, Gabriel highlighted the significance of Agroecology, emphasizing its focus on harmony with nature and respect for cultural food traditions. He sees Agroecology as a beacon of hope, urging the international community to align their support with methods that empower Africans to sustain themselves and their environments. According to Gabriel, enabling Africans to choose and develop food systems aligned with their identity and ecological principles is crucial for a healthier, sustainable future for the continent and its people. 🎥 Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/dPMUjWxU #SAFCEI #FoodAndClimate #Agroecology #FoodSecurity #EnvironmentalSustainability #Myfoodisafrican #Faiths4sustainableconsumption

Deliberations by various stakeholders at the #AFSH24 Summit last week in Nairobi led to clear conclusions that it is not just about increasing nutrient applications, but it is also about ensuring greater efficiency and sustainable use of applied fertilizers. The 4R Nutrient Stewardship provides the perfect framework for achieving this.

How did Africa became a net importer of food when it was once a net exporter? This was a question asked by Dr Ibrahim Mayaki, the African Union's Special Envoy for Food Systems and Chair of the Zero Hunger Coalition, during his presentation at the launch event for two new reports by the the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (#VACS). For Dr Mayaki, VACS is a significant step towards achieving food security and crop diversity in Africa and aligns well with initiatives underway by the African Union. He highlighted three key issues that need to be addressed to combat food insecurity on the continent: 1. Improve soil health for long term agricultural sustainability. According to an FAO and African Union Development Agency-NEPAD study, up to 65% of productive land is degraded. Sustainable land management practices that integrates soil management are needed as well as training to empower farmers. 2. Enhance seed quality and diversity. This includes, for example, seed testing and the adoption of climate resilient seeds. For Dr Mayaki, this is critical to food security, improving livelihoods and ensuring nutritious diets. Important work is currently being undertaken by the #AfricanOrphanCropConsortium. 3. Invest in climate resilient practices and sustainable agriculture. However, this will require the adoption of a holistic approach. VACS is a partnership between the #AfricanUnion, #FAO, and the Office of the Special Envoy for Food Security at the U.S. State Department. Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler | FAO | Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) | International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) | Shamba Centre for Food & Climate | World Food Programme https://lnkd.in/eGaDPCWZ

🤝 Very happy to announce we have officially partnered with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) on our journey towards sustainable food systems in the Democratic Republic of Congo! 🌱 This initiative, funded by the European Union and Belgium, aims to empower small rural producers to improve their agroecological practices through better access to knowledge, advanced technologies and market opportunities. It also intends to strengthen their resilience to climatic, environmental and socio-economic challenges, while reinforcing food security, nutrition and incomes. Enabel will be in charge of implementing those activities, with a focus on the provinces of Kasai Oriental and Lomami. #EnablingChange #ActForImpact #Sustainability #Agroecology #TeamEurope Krista Verstraelen Jean Van Wetter Guggi Laryea Sofie Van Waeyenberge Defrise Laurence Sebastiano Mori 莫天