International Fund for Agricultural Development.
specialized agency of the United Nations
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Sri Lanka secured $550 million in backing for the AgriConnect agricultural plan from the World Bank Group and IFAD, with the government contributing $115 million.Some support3 reports
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IFAD appointed Marchisio as Country Director to lead its agricultural and rural development support in Kenya.Some support2 reports
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Lesotho signed a Co-Financing Framework Agreement with the World Bank Group and IFAD to support a $70.5 million rural economy program.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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FPC, IFAD, and the Ministry of Science and Technology launched a project in Meghalaya supported by Rs 1.9 crore.Some support1 report
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IFAD is leading its partnership initiative with India.Some support1 report
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UNEP estimates a massive adaptation finance shortfall in Africa, highlighting increased reliance on private remittances due to climate crises.Some support1 report
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International funds provide US$78 million for restoration efforts across several African nations.Some support1 report
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A conference was hosted at China Agricultural University in Beijing, involving IFAD's focus on Liberia.Some support3 reports
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IFAD reported findings to the newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat on September 20, 2026.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan seeks climate resilience funding from IFAD and the Adaptation Fund to implement resilience projects.Some support2 reports
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IFAD is financing programs that demonstrate rural development models.Some support1 report1 development inside
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IFAD is funding programs to commercialize livestock in arid regions of Kenya.Some support2 reports
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IFAD is supporting the Inclusive Blue Economy project in Haiti, which is being coordinated by the Ministry of the Environment.Some support2 reports
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IFAD published a report detailing global remittance flows.Some support1 report
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IFAD is confirmed as a specialized agency of the United Nations.Well supported6 reports
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IFAD is conducting a Mid-Term Review in Pangani District.Some support1 report
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IFAD is funding the Agriculture and Fisheries Development Programme in Tanzania's Manyara Region.Some support1 report
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IFAD, the EU, and Denmark are collaborating on a mechanism to bridge financing gaps across East Africa.Some support7 reports
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Global tensions and ongoing conflicts affect food systems, causing small-scale producers in Europe to be impacted by necessary transitions.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The International Fund for Agricultural Development and the Food and Agriculture Organization jointly produced annual reports on global food security.Some support2 reports
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Malawi is constructing markets in key economic corridors, including Chitipa, Lilongwe, Mzuzu, Blantyre, and Dedza, with financing from IFAD.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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IFAD reported on smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa while Swedfund invested to strengthen agricultural value chains.Some support1 report
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Global Environment Facility and International Fund for Agricultural Development jointly fund rural innovation projects in Tonga.Some support1 report
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IFAD launched a Blue Economy and Green Community Development Programme during Sitiveni Rabuka's visit to Cakaudrove.Some support1 report
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IFAD and South Sudan jointly launched a US$41.8 million initiative (SADEP) on July 22, 2026.Some support4 reports
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Supports agricultural development in Sudan. Proposes agricultural projects in River Nile State and Northern State.Some support1 report1 development inside
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IFAD, World Bank Group, Ferrero, Google, and Standard Chartered are confirmed speakers at the World Coffee Innovation Summit.Some support1 report
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IFAD is implementing a partnership through VCDP in Kogi.Some support1 report
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IFAD supports the SAPZ Programme objectives, while AfDB backs Nigeria's agricultural transformation agenda, which the government is driving to attract investors.Some support1 report1 development inside
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SAPZ distributed agricultural inputs across several LGAs in Kano State, supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).Some support1 report
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IFAD is involved in the AgriConnect Compact, and World Bank Group programs are currently running in Ghana.Some support1 report
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What's reaching International Fund for Agricultural Development
Events traced to International Fund for Agricultural Development, step by step, newest first- Ukraine's food crisis may increase pressure on IFAD's aid effortsThe Ukraine food crisis may increase operational pressure on IFAD's agricultural aid.Possible
- Cuba's humanitarian crisis may shift IFAD's development prioritiesCuba's humanitarian crisis may shift IFAD's development priorities in the regionPossible
- New UNSDCF framework may boost IFAD's role in NepalThe new UNSDCF framework could expand IFAD's role in Nepal's agriculture and climate resilience.Possible
- New UN programme may align with IFAD's land restoration goalsIFAD may find strategic alignment with the new youth ecopreneur programmePossible
- How could the Mathenge tree's origin being identified as the Americas affect IFAD?Mathenge tree origin may change climate assistance for East AfricaPossible
- How could intensifying climate impacts affect the International Fund for Agricultural Development?Climate shocks may increase demand for agricultural aid in AfricaPossible
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- UN forums may push IFAD to prioritize climate-resilient agricultureUN forums may increase pressure on IFAD to link agriculture with climate resiliencePossible
- IFAD may support Kenya's 15 billion tree planting goalIFAD may gain a role in Kenya's massive land restoration effortPossible
- New donor commitments may boost IFAD's operational scopeThe coordinated push for aid reform could boost IFAD's operational scope and funding.Possible
Around International Fund for Agricultural Development this week
News at the entities that move International Fund for Agricultural Development most-
United Nations StructuralPakistan condemned Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia at the UN Security Council.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
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World Bank Group StructuralThe World Bank Group published an economic update on Liberia, led by country manager Wallen.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
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Africa Shared contextSECAM has convened Catholic bishops from across the African continent for a gathering.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
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Green Climate Fund StructuralSyria sought international climate adaptation funding and examined Haiti's and Somalia's access to climate funds during a conference.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
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Hormuz OperationalTalks between the US and Iran remain ambiguous, while the Houthi movement threatens Saudi shipping in the region.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
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Rwanda OperationalHarini Amarasuriya led a delegation to a Commonwealth meeting in Antigua, discussing cooperation with several nations.Moves International Fund for Agricultural Development
Connections
The 40 strongest of 79, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
United Nations Structural
IFAD functions as a specialized agency operating under the formal mandate and governance of the United Nations.
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Marchisio Structural
IFAD formally appointed Marchisio as Country Director, establishing a structural employment and functional dependency.
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World Bank Group Structural
IFAD is a member of the World Bank Group and they operate under a formal co-financing framework.
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Idris Elba Structural
Idris Elba holds the formal, ongoing role of ambassador for the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
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East Africa Structural
IFAD provides financial and climate assistance to East Africa to bridge financing gaps and support development mechanisms.
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Rashad Aslanov Structural
A holds a permanent representative post within B, establishing a functional dependency.
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Álvaro Lario Structural
Álvaro Lario holds the position of president at the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
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Africa Shared context
IFAD operates within Africa, focusing on addressing food insecurity, agricultural needs, and climate-related economic challenges.
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Kenya Structural
IFAD provides sustained financial and operational support to Kenya's agricultural and rural development.
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Liberia Structural
IFAD provides dedicated programmatic and personnel support to Liberia's agricultural sector via a country office.
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South Sudan Transactional
IFAD provides financing and support for agricultural development projects in South Sudan.
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Green Climate Fund Structural
GCF provides financial support and operational backing to IFAD's climate adaptation mechanisms.
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Burkina Faso Transactional
IFAD supplies financing to Burkina Faso to support restoration efforts.
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Haiti Transactional
IFAD provides financial and project support for agricultural and economic initiatives within Haiti.
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Sudan Structural
The fund operates to support agricultural development within the country of Sudan.
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Tanzania Structural
IFAD provides funding and operational support for agricultural and fisheries development programs in Tanzania.
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Lesotho Transactional
IFAD provided financing to Lesotho as part of development aid.
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International Livestock Research Institute Operational
The two organizations are actively collaborating on a high-level initiative focused on livestock development.
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Malawi Transactional
IFAD provides financial grants and operational financing to Malawi for agricultural productivity and resilience projects.
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Kogi Operational
The relationship is characterized by a formal partnership established through the implementation of the IFAD-VCDP program.
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Government of Denmark Structural
The Government of Denmark contributes financially and mandates support to the IFAD's work via relevant mechanisms.
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Qu Dongyu Operational
The Director-General of FAO collaborates with IFAD regarding shared findings and research outcomes.
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Food and Agriculture Organization Mentioned together
The entities jointly produce and co-publish reports concerning global food security.
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Sri Lanka Operational
IFAD partners with Sri Lanka on development plans and provides financial contributions.
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Asharq Al-Awsat Transactional
IFAD reported its findings to the news organization Asharq Al-Awsat.
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Turkey Operational
IFAD and Turkey's Ministry have engaged in active coordination, evidenced by the release of a joint report.
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Rwanda Operational
Rwanda and IFAD are actively collaborating on food systems development, with IFAD implementing mechanisms within Rwanda.
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Government of Sri Lanka Operational
The Government of Sri Lanka and IFAD maintain a formal partnership for the joint implementation of agricultural development plans.
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RICE Operational
IFAD organizes roundtables to drive investment in the rice market.
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Anambra State Transactional
IFAD provided loans to Anambra State.
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Nigeria Operational
IFAD provides support for the objectives of the SAPZ Programme relevant to Nigeria.
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Cesar Virata Structural
Cesar Virata served as governor for the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
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Brent Shared context
The global fuel costs benchmarked by Brent influence farm prices, impacting the operational context of IFAD.
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Ghana Shared context
IFAD operates within the context of Ghana's agricultural development initiatives.
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Musalia Mudavadi Operational
Mudavadi is actively seeking to deepen cooperation and engagement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
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Uzbekistan Shared context
The relationship is based on the context of IFAD implementing a climate resilience project in Uzbekistan.
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Peter Obi Transactional
Peter Obi's facilities were associated with programs run by the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
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government of Malawi Operational
The government of Malawi and IFAD are engaged in a partnership to establish modern local market systems.
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Hormuz Operational
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz impact global supply chains, which subsequently affect agricultural harvests.
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federal government Transactional
The federal government participates in programs that receive support from the International Fund for Agricultural Development.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
7 events- Sri Lanka secured $550 million in backing for the AgriConnect agricultural plan from the World Bank Group and IFAD, with the government contributing $115 million.
- IFAD appointed Marchisio as Country Director to lead its agricultural and rural development support in Kenya.
- Lesotho signed a Co-Financing Framework Agreement with the World Bank Group and IFAD to support a $70.5 million rural economy program.
- FPC, IFAD, and the Ministry of Science and Technology launched a project in Meghalaya supported by Rs 1.9 crore.
- IFAD is leading its partnership initiative with India.
- UNEP estimates a massive adaptation finance shortfall in Africa, highlighting increased reliance on private remittances due to climate crises.
- International funds provide US$78 million for restoration efforts across several African nations.
September 2026
9 events- A conference was hosted at China Agricultural University in Beijing, involving IFAD's focus on Liberia.
- IFAD reported findings to the newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat on September 20, 2026.
- IFAD is financing programs that demonstrate rural development models.
- IFAD is funding programs to commercialize livestock in arid regions of Kenya.
- IFAD is supporting the Inclusive Blue Economy project in Haiti, which is being coordinated by the Ministry of the Environment.
- IFAD published a report detailing global remittance flows.
- IFAD is conducting a Mid-Term Review in Pangani District.
- IFAD is funding the Agriculture and Fisheries Development Programme in Tanzania's Manyara Region.
- IFAD, the EU, and Denmark are collaborating on a mechanism to bridge financing gaps across East Africa.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
7 events- IFAD is confirmed as a specialized agency of the United Nations.
- Global Environment Facility and International Fund for Agricultural Development jointly fund rural innovation projects in Tonga.
- IFAD launched a Blue Economy and Green Community Development Programme during Sitiveni Rabuka's visit to Cakaudrove.
- IFAD and South Sudan jointly launched a US$41.8 million initiative (SADEP) on July 22, 2026.
- IFAD, World Bank Group, Ferrero, Google, and Standard Chartered are confirmed speakers at the World Coffee Innovation Summit.
- IFAD is implementing a partnership through VCDP in Kogi.
- SAPZ distributed agricultural inputs across several LGAs in Kano State, supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
June 2026
6 events- Uzbekistan seeks climate resilience funding from IFAD and the Adaptation Fund to implement resilience projects.
- Global tensions and ongoing conflicts affect food systems, causing small-scale producers in Europe to be impacted by necessary transitions.
- Malawi is constructing markets in key economic corridors, including Chitipa, Lilongwe, Mzuzu, Blantyre, and Dedza, with financing from IFAD.
- Supports agricultural development in Sudan. Proposes agricultural projects in River Nile State and Northern State.
- IFAD supports the SAPZ Programme objectives, while AfDB backs Nigeria's agricultural transformation agenda, which the government is driving to attract investors.
- IFAD is involved in the AgriConnect Compact, and World Bank Group programs are currently running in Ghana.