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How to feed our planet without devastating the environment

The scramble to feed Earth’s growing population is one of the biggest drivers of environmental strain around the world. Here’s a look at some solutions at the nexus of food security and the environment.

Why climate change creates partnership opportunities — Nestlé

Nestlé has already seen climate change impact its business, and it's looking to partner with others to find sustainable solutions.

Feeding the world, saving the planet

We'll need to double the availability of food to meet the increasing needs of a growing global population. A guest commentary by Jason Clay, WWF's senior vice president of market transformation explains.

The difference one tree can make

Trees have become an iconic image of environmentalism — but that doesn’t necessarily mean we should plant millions of them. Why not? Find out in this opinion by an expert from the World Resources Institute.

Let's rise to the challenge of global food security

The past five years have seen a “massive shift” in attention towards food security, and the challenge now is to build on and sustain that attention, says Fintrac's Kimberly Flowers.

4 ways climate change causes world hunger

How is climate change worsening food insecurity and what can be done to make vulnerable communities more resilient to climate change? A guest commentary from Land O’Lakes' Mara Russell.

We can prevent another food price crisis

Five years ago, food price spikes caused riots and plunged millions of people in poverty, prompting the huge funding commitment for agriculture by G-8 leaders in L’Aquila, Italy. We need the same resolve today, says Josh Lozman of the Gates Foundation.

Gina Green: Understand communities to better manage fish stocks

When we think of restoring global fisheries, we often ignore coastal communities in developing nations that depend on these resources to survive. We need to understand them better to promote sustainable fishing practices, an expert from Tetra Tech tells us in this video interview.

5 ways to tackle climate change and advance food security

Here's how the we can ensure access to nutritious food despite the challenges posed by temperature increases, precipitation changes and extreme weather. A guest commentary by Fintrac CEO Tom Klotzbach.

It's time for a global landscape restoration revolution

What do we need to achieve large-scale transformation in restoring degraded land to productive use? The heads of the World Resources Institute and the U.N. Convention to Combat Desertification explain in this guest commentary.

Community engagement is key to reducing agriculture’s impact on climate

ACDI/VOCA's Daniel White explains why it’s crucial to not just develop solutions to climate change adaptation, but also provide communities with the capacity to adapt themselves.

Careers in food security: Why both specialists and 'integrators' are key

How can the world feed more than 9 billion people in 2050 in a manner that advances development and reduces pressure on the environment? Two experts lend their insight to the types of food security job opportunities available now and in the future.

The next Green Revolution

A new Green Revolution is needed to feed 9.6 billion by 2050. But what would this new Green Revolution look like? A guest commentary from Tensie Whelan, president of the Rainforest Alliance.

How agricultural research is creating a different future

Thirty years ago today the Horn of Africa was in the midst of one of the worst humanitarian disasters in history. Smart agricultural research has helped paint a different picture, writes Frank Rijsberman, CEO of the CGIAR Consortium.

Limiting pesticide use and maximizing fruit production in Georgia

Targeted use of pesticides enables farmers to reduce production costs and increase their yield. Kirk Ramer, chief of party for the New Economic Opportunities Initiative in Georgia, explains what other untapped agricultural opportunities exist in the country in this video interview.

Investing in evidence to end hunger

The proposed Sustainable Development Goals are universal, but translating them from rhetoric to action requires recognition of agriculture’s highly differentiated nature in each part of the world. John McArthur and Sinead Mowlds of The Brookings Institution explain.

How the private sector is tackling the global food security challenge

Many leading companies are on the forefront of helping solve the global food security crisis. Jennifer Gerholdt, environmental initiatives director at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, highlights some notable private sector initiatives.

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Climate Change World Report

This edition of ACDI/VOCA’s World Report focuses on the issue of climate change and how ACDI/VOCA is working to identify practical ways to increase production using fewer resources; diversify farming practices and sources of income; build community preparedness for disasters; and address opportunities and challenges of cross-cutting issues like gender and technology.

Topic Paper

Global Climate Change & Smallholder Farmers: Productivity, Adaptation, and Mitigation Opportunities

Agriculture, especially as practiced by smallholder farmers in developing nations, is particularly vulnerable to climate change. This topic paper by Fintrac outlines it's 'no regrets' approach to climate change adaptation and mitigation for smallholder farmers.

Blog

Rising Food Waste and Water Shortage

One third of food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted globally, resulting in severe economic loss and water overuse. Nestlé Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe proposes solutions to reducing waste in global supply chains.

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