Building resilient food systems in small island developing states

Small island developing states (SIDS) share a range of challenges. Here’s how small-scale farmers are making their agrifood systems more resilient.

Climate-smart irrigation reaps rewards for rural women

From Laos to Moldova, meet three women who are using climate-smart irrigation to adapt to their new normal.

How a Senegal fishing family found safe harbour at home

Ousmane and Adama dared to dream of a better future abroad – and, with IFAD’s support, ended up finding it at home.

Monorails connect mountains to markets in China

Getting fruit from mountain to market is not a straightforward matter. But in one community, a new monorail is bridging the gap.

Marketing works magic for rural entrepreneurs

With IFAD's support, farmers across North Africa and the Middle East are marketing effectively – and getting the recognition they deserve.

In Nigeria, youth with disabilities flourish through inclusive development

After joining a farming group designed to meet her specific needs, Margaret was able to turn her life around.

How farmers across Africa are holding back desertification and land degradation

In every corner of the continent, rural people are finding ways to keep their soil fertile and feed their communities.

In pictures: a day in rural Tunisia

Rural towns include a rich tapestry of vocations and livelihoods. Meet some of the people that keep their communities ticking – from morning till night.

Apricot farmers in the Hunza Valley strive for the best

Thanks to a new partnership model, apricots are making their way from the Karakoram Mountains to the rest of the world.

In pictures: The fabric of strong rural communities

Weaving has been a way of life for thousands of years. From Fiji to Guatemala, we discover the wonders of weaving from around the world.

For a food-secure future, we should make the most of what we already have

Reducing food loss is the secret to boosting food security without added human or environmental costs. With IFAD’s support, small-scale farmers around the world are making sure food gets from field to plate.

In Lao PDR, sustainable development takes a village

Thanks to a new participatory planning process, Mang village has become an example of sustainable, inclusive development in action – and its people have renewed reason for hope.