Gujarat, India – In the Indian state of Gujarat, potato cultivation plays a major role in the agricultural economy. The state’s favorable climate and soil conditions make potatoes an important cash crop for many farmers. However, despite this potential, farmers have been facing several persistent challenges, such as low profits, limited knowledge of modern farming techniques, […]
Kyzyl Kiya, Kyrgyzstan – The Iradan Ltd. cooperative, based in Kyzyl Kiya in the Batken region of Kyrgyzstan, was established three years ago. A member of the National Union of Water Users Association of the Kyrgyz Republic (NUWUA), the cooperative has since evolved into a thriving initiative composed of 11 active members, 70% of whom are […]
On 10 April 2025, the National Union of Water Users’ Associations of the Kyrgyz Republic (NUWUA) and the Kyrgyz Association of Forest and Land Users (KAFLU) jointly conducted the APFP-FO4A National Transition Planning Workshop in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The workshop brought together representatives of organizations participating in the APFP-FO4A program, delegates from the Regional Implementing Agency, […]
The Lao Farmers Association (LFA) launched an initiative to empower persons with disabilities (PWDs) by providing opportunities in agricultural business. The project aims to create jobs for disabled individuals and build the capacity of 15 families with PWD members. The initiative was carried out in partnership with the Saysetha District Disabled People’s Association and is […]
The Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Development (AFA) participated in the 12th Asia-Pacific Forum for Sustainable Development (APFSD) held in Bangkok, Thailand on 25-28 February 2024, represented by Irish Baguilat, who participated as a panelist in two side events. In the “Leveraging Digital Innovations to Improve Women’s Work in Agriculture” session organized by the […]
This article was written by Camille Elemia and originally published by the Benar News As crises linked to global warming worsen, advocates call for farmers and fishermen to be given better access to climate funds. Fishermen harvest oysters and red grouper near a sprawling mangrove in Zamboanga Sibugay, a remote province in the southern Philippines. […]
With fuel combustion to generate electricity and heat accounting for almost half of global carbon emission in 2022 alone, decarbonising the energy sector has become essential if we are to meet global climate goals. Across Asia, countries are addressing this challenge by advancing large-scale renewable energy projects, such as India’s Bhadla Solar Park spanning 5,700 […]
One of the key services provided by the Lao Farmers Association (LFA) is supporting its members in generating better income through various initiatives, including: In this video, members of farmer groups share how LFA has supported their agribusinesses through revolving funds, study visits, and youth group initiatives, with the support of the APFP-FO4A program. LFA […]
