This policy note showcases two examples on how remote sensing data can be used for monitoring agricultural production and economic activities
NEW PUBLICATION: Climate-Resilience Policies and Investments for Egypt’s Agriculture Sector
The importance of a resilient agriculture sector in providing food security, livelihoods, and household income was highlighted in many countries by the recent pandemic, as was the capacity of the sector to cushion the negative impacts of the subsequent economic slowdown
The Global Food Systems 5050 Initiative: Tracking and promoting progress on gender equality amid food systems transformation
Jemimah Njuki (Director for Africa Region at IFPRI) writes about a new index that will assess the actions of 200+ producer organizations, food companies, global nonprofits, & research institutions on women's empowerment.
The political economy of COVID-19: Impacts on agriculture and food policies (Virtual Event): October 22, 2:30 – 4:00 PM (CLT)
What are COVID-19’s impacts on agriculture & food policies, and how has it altered the balance of power among urban and rural populations, the state and private sectors, and across government ministries?
The African Agriculture Trade Monitor 2020 (Virtual Event): October 20, 3:30 – 4:45 PM (CLT)
Panelists discuss the emerging trends in African countries’ trade flows and compositions, comparative advantages globally and regionally, tariff and non-tariff trade protection, and other trade developments.
