Name: How to empower farmers — and nourish the planet
Uploaded: 2024-08-22T14:42:15Z
Duration: 10 min 56 s
Description: Africa's smallholder farmers feed millions of people and uplift economies, yet they often lack the basic resources needed to thrive, says agricultural scientist and policymaker Agnes Kalibata. She outlines how to empower these farmers with better tools, climate resilience strategies and market access — so they can continue to nourish humanity while caring for the planet.

Africa's smallholder farmers feed millions of people and uplift economies, yet they often lack the basic resources needed to thrive, says agricultural scientist and policymaker Agnes Kalibata. She outlines how to empower these farmers with better tools, climate resilience strategies and market access — so they can continue to nourish humanity while caring for the planet.

How to empower farmers — and nourish the planet

Smallholder farmers, who grow 70 percent of the food in Africa and parts of Asia, often lack the resources to thrive. With access to better seeds, fertilizers, and markets, even one bag of improved seed can multiply yields and transform lives, as seen when a Ugandan mother harvested three times more crops. Investing in these farmers not only lifts families and communities out of poverty but also builds resilience against climate change and secures food for millions. Supporting their success is essential for nourishing both people and the planet.

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Agnes Kalibata: How to empower farmers — and nourish the planet