This think piece by Sayed Azam-Ali, OBE, is written as a reflection on the seventh instalment in the GFAR Talks webinar series on the topic: “The UN Food Systems Summit – progress and pitfalls on science informed actions at national and global levels”.  GFAR Talks is a showcase for debate on challenging and provocative topics related to agrifood system ..read more

Revised & Restructured Agricultural Extension Education Curriculum in India posted by GFAR This article was written by Dr. Mahesh Chander: Principal Scientist & Former Head, Division of Extension Education, ICAR- Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Izatnagar, India. The Context From 1984 to 1991, I pursued Agricultural Extension & Communication studies, eventually earning a Master’s and ..read more

Education paves the way for a brighter future in rural communities. posted by GFAR Recently, higher learning in agriculture has gained traction, with a focus on equipping students to make a meaningful difference in their rural hometowns. We spoke with Dr. Jim French, an expert in agricultural education and Secretary General of GCHERA (The Global ..read more

The role of ChatGTP in GFAR’s establishment of the Global NARS Consortium. posted by GFAR The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in agricultural research and innovation stands as a pivotal stride in technological advancement. This profound transformation has permeated various sectors, and agriculture, too, stands at the cusp of a major revolution. GFAR, or ..read more

posted by GFAR This post focuses on the Agroecology Coalition and it’s work in transforming global food systems to address critical challenges like population growth, resource scarcity, ecosystem degradation, and climate change. In a world grappling with formidable challenges such as population growth, resource scarcity, ecosystem degradation, and climate change, securing sustainable food sources has ..read more

posted by GFAR, authored by Valeria Pesce (GFAR), Tomaso Ceccarelli (DAH) and Giacomo Rambaldi (DAH) This month’s post explores the intricate relationship between digital technologies and agroecology revealing a multifaceted discourse, encompassing perspectives on compatibility, transformation, and equity. Together with an e-conversation co-organized on the same topic, this piece – co-authored with the Digital Agri Hub – marks the ..read more

posted by GFAR Juventudes peruanas contribuyendo al Desarrollo Agrario Rural: YPARD Perú y sus proyectos EJR y Máxima. El Perú, al igual que los demás países de América Latina, mantiene desigualdades económicas, educativas y sociales para las diferentes comunidades, sobre todo las agrarias de ámbitos rurales. En efecto, a pesar de que el sector agropecuario ..read more

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posted by GFAR This month, the GFAR blog is shining a light on remarkable young people who are shaping, and making a difference to, the agricultural world.  Meet Jenice Achieng Audi, a dedicated Kenyan agripreneur and advocate for sustainable food systems, whose passion for community development is making a tangible impact in her country. Jenice ..read more

posted by GFAR / written by Mukundane B Albert In this thought-provoking poem, Mukundane B Albert, a Cooperative Agribusiness Management specialist, GFAR member, and African Poet hailing from Kampala, Uganda, sheds light on the pressing issues that hinder scientific progress on the continent. With a keen eye for societal challenges, Albert highlights the plight of ..read more