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The rural population in developing countries faces major new challenges. Global warming has impacted on agriculture more than on almost any other sector. By supporting farmers in the areas of production, marketing and sustainable use of resources, the SDC is making a substantial contribution to poverty reduction. |
Supporting the poor where
they live and work: Most poor people live in rual areas. Sustainably improving their production and marketing is an important option to get out of poverty..
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Sustainable use of natural resources With increasing pressure on land, vegetation and water, sustainable management of natural resources is crucial to survival.. |
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Rural production and service systems Research and extension with strong involvement of farmer organizations is crucial for sustainable agriculture and forestry. |
Additional Information and Documents
DocumentsInternal Links
- Infrastructures and natural resources
- FAO
- International Fund for Agricultural
Development
The International Fund for Agricultural Development, IFAD, is a specialized agency of the United Nat...
External Links
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Documentation on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment
Key documents and key web portals on Agriculture, natural resources and environment guiding the work of Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) and its partners.http://www.nre4d-files.net -
SDC rural development website for professionals
SDC employees, partners and interested parties will find key documents and additional information regarding rural development on this platform.http://www.sdc-ruraldevelopment.ch
Articles and Press releases
- Investments in Agriculture: Opportunities and Risks for Food Security
- UN reaffirms agriculture and the environment at the centre of sustainable development