Opinion Archives - Farming First

Average farmers involved in the food systems discussed at the Africa Food Systems Forum

Africa & Middle East: Reflecting on the discussions at the Africa Food Systems Forum, there are many solutions in terms of thematic agendas and systemic approaches.

Opinion: Food Security & Nutrition

Feeding Africa Starts with Quality Seeds

Victoria Sabula

Africa & Middle East: Investing in quality seeds can drive the much-needed transformation in Africa's food system, building it from the ground up.

Opinion: Climate

Sustainable Livestock Development: What Decision-makers Need to Know to Access Climate Finance

Bernard Kimoro

Africa & Middle East: To access the climate finance required for sustainable livestock development, decision-makers need to make data-informed policy decisions.

From predicting heatwaves to developing climate-resilient seeds, agritech can help farmers adapt to the climate crisis and transform global food systems.

Opinion: Climate, Food Security & Nutrition

How Agritech Can Help Farmers Transform the Agriculture Sector

Pooja Chhabria & Michelle Meineke

Global: From predicting heatwaves to developing climate-resilient seeds, agritech can help farmers adapt to the climate crisis and transform global food systems.

Stronger regulatory frameworks for veterinary medicines can unlock private investment in veterinary medicines that can solve diseases affecting livestock.

Opinion: Food Security & Nutrition

Stronger Regulations Would Bolster Food Security and Livelihoods in Africa

Lois Muraguri

Africa & Middle East: Improved regulatory systems can unlock private investments in innovations and veterinary medicines that can solve Africa's food insecurity.

Rosalie Ellasus speaks on how golden rice could solve malnutrition among Philippine children.

Opinion: Food Security & Nutrition

Golden Rice is a Golden Opportunity Worth Fighting For

Rosalie Ellasus

Asia: President of the Philippine Maize Federation Rosalie Ellasus speaks on how golden rice could solve malnutrition among Philippine children.

Opinion: Food Security & Nutrition

World Must Look to South America’s Success in Reducing Hunger

Maximo Torero

Global: South America, showing the most improvement in reducing hunger, should be emulated globally to achieve Zero Hunger, says FAO's Chief Economist, Máximo Torero.

Indigenous Seed Systems Preparations by Indigenous Peoples in Northwestern Vietnam

Opinion: Food Security & Nutrition

Transforming Food Systems Must Include Indigenous Peoples’ Rights, Voices and Knowledge

Nicoline de Haan

Global: As global food insecurity worsens, amplifying Indigenous Peoples' rights, voices and knowledge can help to create a resilient food future for all.