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Farms. Food. Future. looks at the big issues facing farmers in the developing world and what needs to be done to wipe out global hunger while dealing with the climate crisis. It’s brought to you by the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and presented by Brian Thomson. Through the podcast, IFAD raises awareness of the challenges smallholder farmers in developing countries a... more

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Rural women are the innovators, leaders and changemakers at the core of our planet’s food systems. That’s why supporting them is essential to building a sustainable future.

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One quarter of the global labour force works in agriculture, and they know it’s a stressful business. As agriculture becomes increasingly unpredictable, it’s essential to support the mental well-being of our farmers.

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Recent Guests

Jehan Chowdhury
Climate finance expert at IFAD.
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Episode: Why resilience pays off
Clara Kamlomo
Founder of Amazing Bee Project, focused on empowering rural youth in agriculture.
Amazing Bee Project
Episode: Why resilience pays off
Arnoud Hameliers
Country Director for Brazil at IFAD.
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Episode: Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Elizabeth Steinmayer
Expert on integrated landscape management and natural resource governance in Asia.
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Episode: Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Sheena Kapoor
Working with Access Development Services on agroecological projects.
Access Development Services
Episode: Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Corina Hawkes
Director of the Division of Agri-Food Systems and Food Safety at FAO.
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Episode: Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Mary Robinson
Former President of Ireland and co-founder of Project Dandelion
Project Dandelion
Episode: Why investing in rural women is a trillion-dollar opportunity
Kiran Bish
Entrepreneur in rural India turning sewing into a community empowerment tool
Rural Enterprise Acceleration Project
Episode: Why investing in rural women is a trillion-dollar opportunity
Janice Aking
Owner of Agnesa Bakery and country representative for YPART in Kenya
Agnesa Bakery, YPART
Episode: Why investing in rural women is a trillion-dollar opportunity

Hosts

Brian Thomson
Host of Farms. Food. Future
Michelle Tang
Co-presenter of Farms. Food. Future

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Life changing

    As a lebanese farmer, i feel heard, seen and acknowledged. I shared some tips with my dad and they were very useful. Learned a lot from the conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mariarosaaaaaa
    Italy5 months ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Love this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Hatman
    Italy5 months ago
  • Giving voice to actions

    Thank you for your interesting work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soumia Masmoudi
    France5 years ago
  • So excited for this - Food Farmers Future - So critical

    Excited to get into this series. Thanks IFAD and Brian for pulling it together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P4040
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Reviewers appreciate the focus on voices of marginalized communities, particularly in the context of agriculture and development.
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Overall feedback indicates a strong endorsement for the relevance and urgency of topics discussed, especially in relation to tackling global hunger.

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Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Q: How do agroecology-based value chains improve food security and income for smallholder farmers?
Agroecological practices help increase incomes and improve food security for smallholder farmers by promoting market linkages and sustainable agricultural practices.
Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Q: What challenges and successes have you seen in empowering women through agroecology?
Empowering women in agroecology has challenges like increased manual labor; however, successes include improved confidence and decision-making power for tribal women involved in agricultural initiatives.
Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Q: How does IFAD integrate nutrition into its work with farmers and communities?
IFAD utilizes family production plans, trains families in gardening, enhances school nutrition through cook training, and engages farmer groups to supply school meals, creating local markets.
Ensuring safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all
Q: Can you share a story or example of how IFAD is helping make healthy school meals a reality for children in Brazil?
IFAD supports Brazil's school feeding program since 1940, working particularly in the Northeast where public sector access is limited. Projects like the El Semi Arid Project help create school gardens, directly benefiting children and enhancing local nutrition.
Why investing in rural women is a trillion-dollar opportunity
Q: How does Project Dandelion plan on shifting the narrative that surrounds rural women today?
The focus will be on telling their stories as leaders and innovators rather than victims, driving investment into their initiatives.

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What is Farms. Food. Future. about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on agriculture and food security, this series addresses critical challenges facing farmers in developing countries, emphasizing the importance of smallholder farmers in overcoming global hunger and climate crises. The content typically includes interviews with experts, community leaders, and advocates who share insights into sustainable agriculture, innovative practices, and advocacy efforts aimed at empowering rural communities. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to highlighting indigenous knowledge and the intersection of gender, youth empowerment, and nutrition within agricultural development. This unique blend of perspectives aims to inspire action and foster a deeper understanding of food systems and their impact on global ... more

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