Videos
Aligning water management with Sustainable Development Goals
21 Oct 2014
Originally published at CGIAR Research Program on Water, Land and Ecosystems To achieve the UN’s Sustainable Management Goals (SDGs) to reduce hunger and poverty, a more efficient and equitable use of water resources is key. International Water Management Institute (IWMI) just published On target for people and planet; setting and achieving water-related sustainable development goals to help shapenew policies and […]
Local value chains path way to food security
11 May 2014
Originally published by Pascal Corbe, Global Donor Platform Secretariat Interview with Marie Ruel, Director Poverty, Health and Nutrition Division at IFPRI Local value chains are a leverage point for improving micronutrient-rich food supply, access, and intake – they are key to healthy diets in areas threatened by food insecurity. However, more research is needed to […]
Commons in Action – animations showcase stories from around the globe
24 Jan 2014
“Commons in action” is a joint program by the IASC and the Elinor Ostrom Award. The project wishes to communicate that commons are a reality today. And that by creating and protecting the Commons we make our future possible.
‘Climate-warrior’ urges collective action for farmers now
25 Nov 2013
Rachel Kyte from the World Bank took the stage at the Global Landscapes Forum opening plenary with one important message: that agriculture and forestry can work together for sustainable and resilient development. Getting the farm and forestry communities together under the same roof in the midst of the climate negotiations was a first time achivement. […]
Global Landscapes Forum video – Rolling up our sleeves on agricultural mitigation for landscape benefits
19 Nov 2013
Live recording of the discussion forum Rolling up our sleeves on agricultural mitigation for landscape benefits, held during the Global Landscapes Forum in Warsaw. During this session, the panel identified main focus areas for mitigation action. Speakers used a case study to discuss efforts to address short-lived climate pollutants, and also examined whether mitigation activities can be integrated with food security and climate […]
Global Landscapes Forum video – Managing landscapes for food, fuel, fiber and forests
19 Nov 2013
Live recording of the technical and networking session Managing landscapes for food, fuel, fiber and forests, held during the Global Landscapes Forum in Warsaw, with experts from the private sector, NGOs, government agencies and research institutes. A combination of short presentations, panel discussion, and audience questions were designed to stimulate debate around the key issues […]
A Landscape Approach: What, Where, and How?
17 Oct 2013
Through the lens of the beautiful Gunung Halimun Salak National Park area in Java – and the lives of those who live there – we explore just what a ‘landscape approach’ means – as a way to reconcile conservation, agriculture, development and industry in a single area…and ensure we feed the earth’s growing population while […]
