IFAD is the world’s fund for transforming agriculture, rural economies and food systems.
Simply put, IFAD invests in rural people. We do this by financing programmes, measuring results, innovating and working with rural people themselves.
Spanning five regions and 92 countries, IFAD works where poverty and hunger are deepest.
From building resilience to empowering rural people and protecting the environment, explore our main areas of work.
Wondering how you can help? Explore the many ways to get involved – and then join us!
Things look a bit different here, right!
IFAD's mission has been consistent for almost five decades: invest in rural people.
But the way we communicate about it to the world is constantly changing with the times.
Our new website makes it even easier to find out what we do – and why this matters.
Podcast
The Earth’s invisible climate warriors – Episode 69
Beneath our feet, our planet is silently tackling climate change. Join us as we explore fantastic fungal networks, brilliant beaver dams and rock-based carbon removal.
Transforming Africa’s Food Systems – Episode 68
In this episode, we dive into the innovations farmers are using to transform Africa's food systems.
Building a more nourished future – Episode 67
Travel from the flourishing school gardens of Tajikistan and Tunisia to the farms of Iraq and Moldova, where a brighter, more nutritious future is taking root.
Closing the rural gender gap - Episode 66
In this episode, you’ll hear from the winners of this year’s IFAD Gender Awards and learn how they're building a prosperous, more gender-equal future for farming.
The Indigenous Peoples stewarding the planet - Episode 65
To mark International Day of the World's Indigenous People, we shine a spotlight on Indigenous Peoples’ essential role in building a sustainable future.
Greening the Sahel – Episode 64
In this episode, we take a close look at what could one day be the largest living structure on our planet: the Great Green Wall.
Bridging the nutrition gap in Africa - Episode 63
In this episode, we embark on a culinary journey across West Africa and introduce IFAD’s newest Recipes for Change chef.
Farming with pride for inclusive agriculture – Episode 62
Hear from LGBTQ+ farmers forging inclusive spaces in vegetable farming, beekeeping and beyond.
Harnessing diversity for agricultural resilience – Episode 61
With the right support, every rural person can rise above challenges and drive development. From Malawi to Brazil, hear from the farmers rewriting the agricultural narrative.
From bees to trees: bringing nature back into agriculture – Episode 60
To celebrate World Biodiversity Day, we explore how rural communities are making farming green again. Tune in to hear from a young Zimbabwean and global conservation leaders.
Rural Malawians on building back after Cyclone Freddy – Episode 59
A year on from Cyclone Freddy, hope is returning to Malawi’s farms. Tune in to hear directly from the small-scale farmers who are building back stronger with IFAD's support.
Regenerative agriculture: from soil to sustainability – Episode 58
Hear from global leaders in regenerative agriculture – and learn how IFAD is leveraging their techniques to combat climate change in rural communities.