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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureWomen leading mechanization hire services: An inspiring story from Chiti village, Nepal 2023
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No results found.Nepal, a landlocked country known for its mountain peaks including Mount Everest — the world’s tallest peak, is home to Chiti village. Most households of Chiti village rely on agriculture and wage labour for their livelihoods. Rice, maize and wheat are the main staple crops. Farmers from the village would walk for more than two hours several times during the harvest seasons to process their grains at the nearest mill centre. To address this problem, 27 women formed the so-called mother’s group in 2015, with a simple yet powerful objective: to establish a mill and provide hire mechanization services to their community. Seven years later, the mill is still running and providing mechanization services to the community with an average net annual profit of about USD 1000. The group recovered the initial investment only three years after its creation. “The purpose behind establishing the mill was to provide services to the community rather than for business purposes” explained Ms Tiwari. The group either saves the profit from the mill or uses it for social development activities within the community. As an example, the group donated a portion of the profit to the community’s public school. This story of determined women in rural communities hopes to inspire others to collaborate, work together to solve their problems and be empowered. -
BookletProgramme / project reportEngaging smallholder farmers in sustainable income-generating activities
Enhancing water productivity in agriculture
2025Also available in:
No results found.The Enhancing Water Productivity project has achieved great success. This booklet documents its achievements in capacity building and the establishment of agribusinesses. The project itself was initiated in response to a request from the Egyptian Government to increase water productivity in agriculture. The project aims to improve the water use efficiency of smallholder farmers by at least 20 percent, increase crop yields by 10 to 20 percent, and boost household income by at least 20 percent within two cropping seasons.The project has four main components, namely modernization of irrigation systems as demonstrated by optimized energy use and water productivity; enhanced technical knowledge and skills of smallholder farmers to effectively promote sustainable irrigation and efficient climate smart water management (CSWM) practices through the implementation of Farmer Field Schools (FFS); enhanced capacity of smallholder farmers to effectively promote modern irrigation technologies and CSWM practices in line with good agricultural practices (GAP) principles; and engagement of smallholder farmers in sustainable income-generating activities to increase their income. Now that the project has been completed, this document describes the results achieved against its objectives and highlights the agribusiness startups that were established. -
BookletCorporate general interestCountry gender spotlight – Pakistan 2023
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No results found.The Country gender spotlight Pakistan, is part of a series that puts a spotlight on countries, showcasing examples of initiatives that have improved the lives of rural people and empowered rural women. It highlights some of the good practices the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has carried out with the Government of Pakistan and other partners, to promote gender equality and build the resilience and economic empowerment of rural women. Some of the initiatives include building skills and knowledge for income generation, improving women’s access to land and more. These examples show how FAO is working with rural women and men to boost agricultural production, improve their livelihoods and secure their nutritional and food security.
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Book (stand-alone)Technical bookBuilding resilience in the Egyptian livestock subsector
Climate change impacts and scaling up solutions
2025Also available in:
No results found.The livestock sector is a cornerstone of Egypt’s agricultural economy, contributing approximately 37.5 percent of the country’s total agricultural production value. It plays a vital role in food security, providing essential nutritional products such as milk and meat, while also supporting the livelihoods of millions of smallholder farmers and rural families. However, this sector is facing increasing threats from climate change, which is exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and creating new challenges. In light of these developments, this report, provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of livestock production in Egypt, the impacts of climate change, and potential strategies to build resilience by scaling up CSL practices. -
BookletCorporate general interestPolicy incubator on extending social insurance for agriculture workers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region
Expert group meeting report 24-26 June 2024
2025Also available in:
No results found.As part of their broader efforts to address informality and decent work deficits in the agriculture sector, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) engaged with practitioners and policymakers in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region to advance the understanding of the institutional, administrative and financial barriers that hinder the inclusion of agricultural workers in social insurance schemes. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureFAO's four priorities - Regional office for the Near East and North Africa 2025
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No results found.The Near East and North Africa (NENA) region is undergoing rapid transformation defined by both pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. From climate change and water scarcity to population growth, urbanization, and food import dependency, the region continues to navigate a dynamic landscape. Ongoing conflicts and instability have further impacted progress in achieving sustainable development. In this context, the FAO Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE) plays a crucial role in supporting countries to overcome these challenges and deliver on the priorities set by the Member States during the Near East Conference. The RNE Regional Priorities (RPs) serve as a coordinated programmatic roadmap for action, firmly anchored in the FAO’s Strategic Framework and its vision for the Four Betters: better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life. These priorities guide the implementation of country programmes across the region, focusing on transforming agrifood systems, enhancing food security, building climate resilience, and promoting inclusive, equitable growth. Together, through a coordinated and programmatic approach, we are driving meaningful progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while responding to the region’s unique needs and unlocking its potential.