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Unlocking sustainable food systems through inclusive Rural Communication Services

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) Agriculture today demands timely, accessible knowledge—especially on climate, markets, and innovations. Inclusive Rural Communication Services (RCS) deliver this, helping farmers collaborate, make informed decisions, and strengthen sustainable agrifood systems. FAO and partners advance RCS through research, policy engagement, and initiatives like ComDev Asia, YenKasa Africa, and Onda Rural. Global examples show their impact: Krishi Radio in Bangladesh, Digital Green in India, farmer-led services in Costa Rica, community telecoms in Mexico, and rural radio in Somalia. Institutionalizing RCS fosters innovation, inclusion, environmental stewardship, and resilience—making them essential for sustainable food systems.

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