New IFAD- and GAFSP-funded project to scale up successful approaches to increasing food and nutrition security and increase small-scale farmers’ incomes in Lao PDR

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The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic signed an agreement for a nutrition-sensitive agriculture project to address food insecurity and malnutrition among the rural poor.

Laos: Strategic Support for Food Security and Nutrition Project

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"We now know how to prepare proper meals, cook a variety of foods, and eat diversified dishes," said Nalee, a resident of Tardmoune Village in Laos.

For Cocoa Farmers, Cooperative Training Tastes Sweet

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"We were producing 5,000 tons for a turnover of 5 billion CFA and today we are over 8,200 tons of cocoa with a turnover of over 11 billion CFA."

Germany announces additional EUR 148 million contribution to Global Agriculture and Food Security Program

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We are pleased to announce that Germany has provided EUR 148 million as a new contribution to GAFSP in response to the global food crisis.

Is Cambodian Rice Ready for the World Market?

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Keen on exporting its surplus rice, Cambodia is priming its rice sector to enter the world market while keeping the national stock, farmers' welfare, and agricultural resources in check.

Kubwimana records increased yield after turning to greenhouse farming

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"For a farmer practicing open-air cultivation, the greenhouse technology is a blessing considering the yield size," says Kubwimana Jean Paul, a farmer from Karongi District.

Gatsibo smallholder farmers reaping good returns after turning to chili farming

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On a shiny afternoon in Rucumbo village in Rwanda, smallholder farmers organized under the Tuzamurane Self Help Group are busy picking chili pepper yield before transporting it to a collection center.