The agriculture sector supports lives and livelihoods in communities around the world. FAO estimates that small-scale farmers produce over 70% of the world's food needs. Helping farmers cope with climate change impacts, while also reducing the sectors greenhouse gas emissions, requires outreach to large and small-scale farm operations. Transferring technology in the farming sector both reduces vulnerability to climate change risks while increasing food security and enhancing the overall health and well-being of farming communities. Ranging from conventional to organic regenerative farming practices, agricultural technologies encompass tools and techniques to grow and process food crops consumed locally and traded around the world. Below you will find related publications, partners, CTCN technical assistance, technologies and other information for exploring this topic further.
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The Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) is providing technical assistance to enhance the capacity of Fiji’s Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways and other key stakeholders to promote climate-resilient agriculture.
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Feasibility study to develop an aquaponics facility based on a semi-enclosed/protected environment as a climate change adaptation measure to be replicated in Peru and Nicaragua.
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Cameroon's National Development Strategy 2020-2030 aims to boost agricultural production, focusing on increasing yields, particularly on family farms. The country faces challenges from prolonged drought and rising temperatures.
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Land issues are a significant challenge in African countries due to population growth, armed conflict, climate crises, governance problems, and major infrastructure projects, such as photovoltaic power plants which often encroach on agricultural land. For instance, Senegal's Kael solar power plant displaced numerous crop fields and grazing lands. The global rise in electricity demand intensifies competition for agricultural land and leads to deforestation. Agrivoltaic systems, which combine photovoltaic energy production with agricultural activities, offer a promising solution.
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Ecuador is a country known for its diverse ecosystems, which range from the Amazon rainforest to the Andes mountains. The floriculture sector is one of the country’s most significant agricultural industries, contributing to its economy and providing employment to thousands of people, particularly in rural areas. Despite the sector's competitiveness, many small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Ecuador face challenges due to high operational costs, limited access to financing, and increasing climate variability.
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