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ProjectFactsheetReinforcing right to food and reducing food insecurity in West Africa - GCP/RAF/476/GER 2019
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No results found.Despite its enormous potential, West Africa continues to suffer from high levels of food insecurity, with an estimated 11 percent of its population suffering from undernourishment or chronic hunger. With stunting, wasting, underweight and micronutrient deficiencies (such as vitamin A, iron and iodine deficiencies) affecting the most vulnerable groups, in particular children aged under five and women in reproductive age, a number of initiatives were adopted and projects implemented in the region. However, there has been insufficient coordination of these initiatives and projects, despite the fact that they target similar geographical areas and beneficiary populations. In addition, the Right to Food has not been adequately promoted in the region, despite being a fundamental pillar in attaining the Zero Hunger target. In response to a request from the Economic Community of West African States, the project aimed to help government and non-government partners to collaborate more strongly and increase their efforts towards the eradication of hunger and malnutrition in West Africa. -
ProjectFactsheetBoosting Rural Development by Strengthening Family Farming in Sub-Saharan Africa - GCP/RAF/498/BRA 2021
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No results found.The project was implemented in order to address and support the progressive implementation of family farming-related policies and programme, in particular in countries forming part of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries. In addition, the project contributed to strengthening rural development policies by strengthening family farming in cooperation partner countries. While initially planned to cover Mozambique, Kenya, Ghana, Zimbabwe and Senegal, the project’s revised budget, work plan and activities meant that the number of countries targeted was reduced, with focus placed solely on Mozambique. The project was configured as a mechanism to strengthen technical capacities in Mozambique, in particular considering Brazil’s experience in strengthening family agriculture, food security and adding value to rural development.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021
Transforming food systems for food security, improved nutrition and affordable healthy diets for all
2021In recent years, several major drivers have put the world off track to ending world hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by 2030. The challenges have grown with the COVID-19 pandemic and related containment measures. This report presents the first global assessment of food insecurity and malnutrition for 2020 and offers some indication of what hunger might look like by 2030 in a scenario further complicated by the enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes new estimates of the cost and affordability of healthy diets, which provide an important link between the food security and nutrition indicators and the analysis of their trends. Altogether, the report highlights the need for a deeper reflection on how to better address the global food security and nutrition situation.To understand how hunger and malnutrition have reached these critical levels, this report draws on the analyses of the past four editions, which have produced a vast, evidence-based body of knowledge of the major drivers behind the recent changes in food security and nutrition. These drivers, which are increasing in frequency and intensity, include conflicts, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns – all exacerbated by the underlying causes of poverty and very high and persistent levels of inequality. In addition, millions of people around the world suffer from food insecurity and different forms of malnutrition because they cannot afford the cost of healthy diets. From a synthesized understanding of this knowledge, updates and additional analyses are generated to create a holistic view of the combined effects of these drivers, both on each other and on food systems, and how they negatively affect food security and nutrition around the world.In turn, the evidence informs an in-depth look at how to move from silo solutions to integrated food systems solutions. In this regard, the report proposes transformative pathways that specifically address the challenges posed by the major drivers, also highlighting the types of policy and investment portfolios required to transform food systems for food security, improved nutrition, and affordable healthy diets for all. The report observes that, while the pandemic has caused major setbacks, there is much to be learned from the vulnerabilities and inequalities it has laid bare. If taken to heart, these new insights and wisdom can help get the world back on track towards the goal of ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition in all its forms. -
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KnoWat: Knowing water better - Towards a more equitable and sustainable access to natural resources to achieve food security
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The project “Knowing water better: towards fairer and more sustainable access to natural resources” (KnoWat) has built stronger water governance processes in Rwanda, Senegal and Sri Lanka. The project has strengthened national capacities in water accounting and water productivity in agriculture, using the latest remote sensing technologies and training hundreds of water experts. KnoWat has also developed and tested a methodology for assessing water tenure to shed light on the rules and regulations governing access and allocation of water resources. This short publication summarizes the key accomplishments of the KnoWat project in Senegal. -
BookletTechnical briefAn evidence-based approach towards improving poultry biosecurity in Ashaiman Municipal District, Ghana 2025
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No results found.This technical brief explores strategies to enhance poultry biosecurity in Ashaiman Municipal District, Ghana. It highlights the significant growth of Ghana's poultry sector, driven by increased egg consumption and urbanization. The document highlights the importance of biosecurity in preventing disease outbreaks, such as avian influenza, and improving farm productivity and profitability. It also examines the challenges faced by poultry farmers and public veterinary services, offering recommendations for sustainable biosecurity practices through public–private partnerships. The brief aims to support the implementation of the FAO Progressive Management Pathway for Terrestrial Animal Biosecurity (FAO-PMP-TAB) in Ghana, fostering a resilient and thriving poultry sector.