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.
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Publication
Empowering Veterinary Services in Kyrgyzstan: Success stories from the Access to Markets project
This photobook showcases the impact of the Access to Markets project on pastoralist communities and smallholder farmers in Kyrgyzstan.
Theory of change for gender transformative programming for food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture
This technical note presents the theory of change for gender transformative programming for food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture.
Step-by-step guide to integrating a gender transformative approach throughout the project cycle
This guide explains how to integrate a gender transformative approach into projects focused on food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture.
Community‑based seed-revolving mechanisms in Kyrgyzstan
This paper presents an overview of the Community Fodder Seed Programme in Kyrgyzstan through which community seed funds support farmers affected by natural disasters in mountainous regions. It also examines the operational and technical aspects required to create community seed funds.
Achievements and Opportunities in Climate Adaptation Finance
This report provides key insights from a decade of the Adaptation for Smallholder Agriculture Programme. It highlights the programme's achievements and specifies ten critical areas for success.
Investing in rural people in Sao Tome and Principe
IFAD remains one of the most important technical and financial partners in the rural sector. Its work has led to the development of strategies and mechanisms to support poor people in rural areas.
Decision-making guide for designing a matching grant
This technical guide for matching grant (MG) interventions explains how to maximize positive impacts and strengthen markets.
Rural Finance Expansion Programme in Zambia
This case study highlights RUFEP's impact in Zambia, focusing on partnerships, digital financial services and community-based financial solutions.
Integrating nutrition into IFAD’s investments in the Pacific
This review showcases IFAD-financed nutrition-sensitive projects in the Pacific, and raises awareness of the nutritional challenges and opportunities faced by Pacific Island countries.
