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Sustainable development takes a village. This community in Lao PDR proves it

September 2024

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. 

7 innovations transforming rural lives

May 2024

Small-scale farmers rely on new ideas, techniques and technologies to prosper in our rapidly changing world. Let’s explore seven innovations driving sustainable, inclusive rural development today.

A healthy diet for a healthy people in Laos

October 2023

IFAD is working to tackle malnutrition and food security in Laos. Find out how the Agriculture for Nutrition Programme has improved the diets of rural communities across northern parts of the country.

Fish farming brings prosperity in the Lao People's Democratic Republic

January 2023

Lao farmers are working hand in hand with IFAD to change rural fortunes through fish farming.

Take a 360° tour of a small, thriving pig farm in the green hills of Lao PDR

June 2022

In the tiny village of Manh, nestled in the green uplands of Lao, agricultural production groups are coming together to develop their businesses and learn new techniques. For Boun Tham, groups like these made all the difference for his pig farm.

How farmers around the world are protecting nature’s delicate balance – and reaping the rewards

May 2022

Healthy ecosystems are diverse ecosystems. And at IFAD, we believe that small-scale farmers are amongst the greatest stewards and beneficiaries of biodiversity.

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