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Respecting the communities that we serve
Learn how Farm Radio International applies the value of respect in our work by respecting and sharing African farmers’ traditional knowledge.
Read MoreTalking food security and supporting small-scale farmers with IFAD president Alvaro Lario
Farm Radio International’s Executive Director, Kevin Perkins, sat down with the new president of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Alvaro Lario. Read their conversation about how IFAD is supporting small-scale farmers, how climate change is affecting farmers and how IFAD is engaging communities in the solutions to the big challenges they face.
Read MoreSupporting small-scale farmers: From the National Farm Radio Forum to Farm Radio International
For over 20 years, groups of farmers from across Canada met weekly to listen to a radio program, discuss farming issues and plan projects to improve their community. Discover the history of Canada’s unique National Farm Radio Forum program and how Farm Radio International carries out similar work in Africa today.
Read MoreTimely broadcasts yield better potato harvests in Nigeria
Learn about our project promoting the best ways to grow potatoes in Nigeria. Read the stories of three potato farmers in Plateau State who increased their yields and income after listening to a radio program.
Read MoreCanada has a role helping overcome information poverty
This International Development Week, we make a case for Canada to invest more in media and communication for development projects to help overcome information poverty.
Read MoreBridging the agricultural extension gap in Uganda through climate change radio programs
Learn how Voice of Teso radio station in eastern Uganda is ensuring that local farmers have the information they need to improve harvests and adapt to a changing climate.
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