Georgina Campbell Flatter’s Post

40% per cent of the world’s population, are impacted by land degradation, which disproportionately affects those who are least equipped to cope – Indigenous Peoples, rural communities, smallholder farmers and the extremely poor. Fifty-five million people are directly affected by droughts annually, making it the most serious hazard to livestock and crops in nearly every part of the world. If land degradation remains unchecked it could reduce global food productivity by 12 per cent, causing food prices to soar by up to 30 per cent by 2040. 😧 We cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land. 🌲🌿

CropLife Africa Middle East reaffirms our commitment to empowering farmers and rural communities. Key facts: 👉 Agriculture is key to poverty reduction, with growth in this sector being 2-4 times more effective at raising incomes among the poorest compared to other sectors 👉 65% of poor working adults make a living through agriculture Our approach to fighting poverty: 1️⃣ Promoting sustainable agricultural practices for increased productivity 2️⃣ Supporting fair trade initiatives for better farmer incomes 3️⃣ Providing access to innovative crop protection solutions 4️⃣ Empowering farmers with knowledge to adapt to climate change By investing in agriculture, we're not just growing crops – we're cultivating prosperity. Join us in our mission to eradicate poverty through sustainable agriculture. #EndPoverty #SustainableAgriculture #FairTrade #CropLifeAME

40% per cent of the world’s population, are impacted by land degradation, which disproportionately affects those who are least equipped to cope – Indigenous Peoples, rural communities, smallholder farmers and the extremely poor. Fifty-five million people are directly affected by droughts annually, making it the most serious hazard to livestock and crops in nearly every part of the world. If land degradation remains unchecked it could reduce global food productivity by 12 per cent, causing food prices to soar by up to 30 per cent by 2040. 😧 We cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land. 🌲🌿

🌾 "Family farming feeds the world, but receives only a fraction of the value it generates." As highlighted at the recent G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meeting, Alvaro Lario, President of IFAD, underscored the critical role of G20 support in empowering rural economies and smallholder farmers. Family farms produce 80% of the world’s food, yet climate change, urbanization, and income inequality threaten their stability. G20 leaders have a unique opportunity to boost global food security by investing in sustainable agriculture and supporting rural communities—actions that would ensure resilience to climate and economic shocks. Investments targeted at smallholders and family farms are not just essential for food security, but they are also crucial for broader global stability. By funneling more financial resources to rural communities, particularly those adapting to climate change, the G20 can directly address the structural challenges of food systems. Supporting rural producers with fair compensation and market access, as IFAD proposes, is a necessary step toward building a more inclusive and resilient global food system. 🌱💡 #FamilyFarming #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateAdaptation #G20 #FoodSecurity #RuralDevelopment #ImpactInvesting #NatureBasedSolutions #GlobalCooperation #SmallholderFarmers

"🌾 What Kenyan Farmers Want Us to Know 🌾 Kenyan farmers are at the forefront of agricultural innovation and resilience, but they need our partnership, not just aid. While CGIAR has funding to support farmers, they emphasize a crucial point: work with us, not just for us. Kenya has over 300 varieties of corn, yet communities are only using a small fraction of them. Desertification is one of the biggest challenges farmers are facing, along with climate change. When drought hits, nothing grows—and new crop varieties are often vulnerable to changing weather patterns. Farmers know their land best, and they want to be part of the solution. They’re asking for collaboration, not top-down decisions. They want to share what works best for their communities. Together, we can help farmers develop more resilient practices and ensure their voices are heard. Let’s work together on the ground, side by side, for a sustainable future. 🌍💚 #KenyanFarmers #ClimateResilience #Desertification #SustainableFarming #AgricultureInnovation #Collaboration"

“G20 support is crucial for targeted investments and effective public policies that foster prosperous rural economies and strengthen family farming and food systems,” stated IFAD President Alvaro Lario at the recent #G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meeting, in #Brazil. 📈 By supporting global initiatives like the UN Decade of Family Farming and the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty, G20 leaders can make a measurable difference in addressing global food security challenges. ➡ Read more here: https://bit.ly/4gFBlfV