Agricultiva (Water & Food Security Sector)’s Post

Reducing food loss and waste (FLW) is crucial to improving food security, reducing malnutrition, and providing livelihoods for food system workers. But such efforts are also key to combating climate change. FLW has significant environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in both the production of food that is later lost and in waste management. This new blog by Suresh Babu, Yogendra Karki, Innocent PANGAPANGA-PHIRI, Md Sadat Anowar, and Nandita Srivastava documents a set of issues and opportunities that emerged from national level consultations in #Bangladesh, #Malawi, and #Nepal on FLW management: https://lnkd.in/etUz5EeK CGIAR IFPRI-Bangladesh IFPRI Africa IFPRI South Asia

#DYK Globally, about 13% of food produced is lost between harvest and retail, while an estimated 19% of total global food production is wasted across households, food service, and retail combined? Ahead of this year's United Nations International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction, IFPRI’s latest blog in Agrilinks sheds light on the critical gap between policy and practice in tackling food loss, waste, and climate change in Bangladesh, Malawi, and Nepal – and insights for future action. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dTv7sBpr #IDAFLW2024 #FLW #FoodLoss #ClimateChange #SDG12

Today is World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought. Everyone in the world has the right to food and water. However, climate change is making countries more and more vulnerable to desertification and droughts, threatening food security for millions in countries with challenges growing productive crops. De-desertification using climate technology like biochar can offer countries who are suffering from food supply challenges the ability to grow crops on land which was previously unusable for agriculture. At A Healthier Earth, we are looking at how geo-specific climate solutions can help improve food security and reduce the odds of a global food shock. https://lnkd.in/etVpMHCg

#Foodsafetynugget #climatechange pose Food safety/security Risk. Have you ever thought that one drop of water is crucial , both to human beings, Agriculture and production. So many times we look away on water leaks either at home, streets and manufacturing factories. The recent published report by Global commission on the Economics of water, projects that for the next 25 years, half of the #worldfood production will be @ risk. Global warming is already felt across the globe, the disturbance of hydrological cycle is on rise. This has resulted in rapid occurrence of severe droughts and floods. The contributing factors of global has been, vast industrialization (pollution), deforestation and massive expansion of agriculture demand. Even ground water is not spared , communities over rely on ground water particularly for drinking and agriculture pollution & over extraction has led to decline in water tables. Water does matter , to our economies or GDP, the GC on economics of water, stipulates that by 2050 in high income countries the GDP will shrink by 8%, due to lack of proper water storage, access to clean water and sanitation. In lower income countries , the projection is the GDP will dwindle even steeper with 10-15% as a result of combined effects of climate change and depletion of water resources. According to WFP article published on 5 June 2024 , "more than 30 million people across Southern Africa have been affected by a severe drought, Angola, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe are all grappling with the impact of the drought, while Namibia, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe have declared states of emergency" Water is #essential for life. It moves in complex, often invisible ways, all around us. And this water is under threat. #SAVEWATER#

Food insecurity remains a global challenge, especially in Africa, where conflict, climate change, and inefficient agricultural practices have left millions without proper nutrition. On this #WorldFoodDay, we are reminded of the crucial theme: Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future. It remains necessary to invest in sustainable agricultural practices, address the root cause of food insecurity and ensure that everyone has the right to the most basic human right: #food.  This Article by CSEA’S research associate ,Fidelis Obaniyi highlights the need for collective efforts on the global and regional fonts in achieving the United Nations Sustainable development goals of Zero Hunger by 2030.  Read full article: https://lnkd.in/dzzrPay5 #ZeroHunger #SustainableAgriculture #RightToFood #EndHunger

#ICYMI: Key insights on the Environmental Impacts of Food • Food is responsible for one-quarter of the world’s emissions about 18% of the total GHG emissions • Meat and dairy foods tend to have a higher carbon footprint • Emissions from food alone could take us past 1.5°C or 2°C this century What creates a food's carbon footprint? Find out in the video below What actions are you taking this Day 4/30 of the #ECO30Impact ? tag us, AIIDEV Africa and UN SDSN Youth - Nigeria PS: The phrase ‘carbon footprint’ is the total climate impact of an activity or item: from its creation, transportation and use to its destruction or wastage. #buylocal #foodsecurity #homegardening

According to FAO, at least 20% of Africa's land is degraded. However, through sustainable soil and plant nutrition solutions, we can reverse soil degradation for a thriving ag. ecosystem. Together, we can feed Africa’s 1.2 billion+ people while preserving our land & water resources. Discover how we jointly work with Kenyan smallholder farmers to achieve this. 💪 #SoilHealth #Sustainability #AfricanAgriculture #Smallholders #SDGs

What are the main obstacles to achieving food security in Africa? By Hugo Keji Achieving food security in Africa is a complex challenge influenced by a multitude of factors. 1. Climate Change and Environmental Factors:- Unpredictable Weather Patterns: Increasingly erratic weather patterns, including prolonged droughts and sudden floods, disrupt agricultural production.

Food security in Africa is deeply interconnected with climate change. The continent is already experiencing the impacts of a changing climate, with rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall patterns, and more frequent extreme weather events such as droughts and floods. These changes are having a significant impact on agricultural production, making it increasingly difficult for farmers to grow enough food to feed their communities. One of the key challenges facing African farmers is the impact of climate change on crop yields. Rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns can lead to reduced crop productivity, making it harder for farmers to grow enough food to feed their families and communities. This can lead to food shortages, malnutrition, and even famine in some cases. In addition, climate change is also affecting the availability of water for agriculture. Many African countries rely on rain-fed agriculture, and changes in rainfall patterns can lead to water shortages and droughts, further reducing crop yields and exacerbating food insecurity. Climate change is also impacting the availability and quality of natural resources such as land and fisheries, which are essential for food production in Africa. Rising sea levels and coastal erosion are threatening coastal communities and their access to fisheries, while desertification and land degradation are reducing the amount of arable land available for agriculture. To address the challenges of food security in the face of climate change, African countries need to take urgent action to adapt to the changing climate and build resilience in their agricultural systems. This includes investing in climate-resilient agriculture practices, such as conservation agriculture, agroforestry, and water harvesting techniques, as well as improving access to climate information and early warning systems. At the same time, efforts to mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions are also crucial to ensuring food security in Africa. By reducing emissions and transitioning to more sustainable energy sources, African countries can help to slow the pace of climate change and reduce its impact on agriculture and food production. Overall, the relationship between food security in Africa and climate change is complex and multifaceted. Addressing the challenges of climate change will require coordinated action at the local, national, and international levels to build resilience in agricultural systems, protect natural resources, and ensure that all people have access to enough nutritious food to lead healthy and productive lives. #Africa food security #Climate change

📣 Climate change is one of the biggest threats to global economic development, severely affecting sectors such as agriculture, food security, and rural livelihoods. Smallholder farmers, in particular, are highly vulnerable due to their reliance on rain-fed agriculture, limited access to resources, and exposure to extreme weather patterns. Many of these farmers face significant challenges, including high poverty rates, insufficient land, limited education, lack of financial resources, and inadequate access to extension services. As a result, they struggle to adopt adaptive measures that could protect their livelihoods. A key way to help smallholders build resilience to climate change is to promote the introduction of drought-resistant and climate-resilient crop varieties. These initiatives can help farmers better withstand the growing challenges posed by climate variability. I'm keen to hear your thoughts on other ways that can help smallholder farmers in Southern Africa to withstand the challenges that come with climate change... Share your thoughts in the comments below... Learn more about how we can assist smallholders in adapting to climate change: https://lnkd.in/deVH4M_9 #ClimateChange #SmallholderFarmers #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #Resilience