Improving Climate Resilience and Sustainability of Farming and Food Systems: Exploring the Contribution of Agroecology

On 6 June 2023, DeSIRA-LIFT, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) jointly hosted a parallel session during the FARA-led 8th African Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8), focusing on “Improving Climate Resilience and Sustainability of Farming and Food Systems: Exploring the Contribution of Agroecology“. The session brought together 143 participants representing a wide range of stakeholders, from policy, research, farmer organisations, and the private sector. 

During the session, diverse stakeholders shared experiences and evidence of how various actions aligned with agroecology can contribute to climate change resilience and the sustainability of farming and food systems in African countries. It also explored how agroecology and enhanced agrobiodiversity could inform the transition to more sustainable, inclusive, nutrition-sensitive and climate-resilient food systems in Africa. The event concluded with discussions on the specific actions and policies needed to facilitate this transition.