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The Leadership We Need for Agrifood Systems: An interview with IFAD’s Max Von Bonsdorff

Michelle Tang2026-09-01T12:41:52+02:00

As IFAD enters a new replenishment cycle and development actors navigate an increasingly fragmented global landscape, partnership and strategic coherence have never been more essential. Max Von Bonsdorff, IFAD’s Chief Partnership Officer, reflects on the institution’s strategic direction, the evolving role of the Donor Platform, and the kind of leadership needed to drive impact in the decade ahead.

The Leadership We Need for Agrifood Systems: An interview with IFAD’s Max Von BonsdorffMichelle Tang2026-09-01T12:41:52+02:00

Annual General Assembly 2026

Michelle Tang2026-08-28T11:07:03+02:00

2 December 2026 | Dublin | Generously hosted by the Government of Ireland and officially recognized as an Associated Presidency Event under Ireland’s 2026 EU Council Presidency, this year's AGA will highlight the strategic value and mutual benefits of agrifood investments to build a compelling investment case for decision makers. A special session will highlight women’s leadership in agrifood systems, marking the 2026 International Year of Women Farmers.

Annual General Assembly 2026Michelle Tang2026-08-28T11:07:03+02:00

The Promise of Artificial Intelligence

Woojae Shin2026-08-13T16:45:24+02:00

While Silicon Valley is in a race to construct on ultimate all-purpose artificial intelligence (AI), this report turns its focus to what AI means for people living in low- and middle-income countries.

The Promise of Artificial IntelligenceWoojae Shin2026-08-13T16:45:24+02:00

What Makes Finance Ministry Officials Tick

Woojae Shin2026-08-12T14:33:39+02:00

ODI Global has published a report based on a global survey of finance ministry officials, analyzing how policy priorities are set and resources allocated.

What Makes Finance Ministry Officials TickWoojae Shin2026-08-12T14:33:39+02:00

Blog – AI for Healthy Diets: Applying AI in agrifood systems

Michelle Tang2026-07-30T19:11:34+02:00

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how agrifood systems operate. For donors and development partners, the central question remains how this potential can be translated into responsible, equitable, and practical action. This webinar brought together the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) to explore how AI is being applied in real programmes, what enabling conditions are essential, and where donors can most effectively engage.

Blog – AI for Healthy Diets: Applying AI in agrifood systemsMichelle Tang2026-07-30T19:11:34+02:00

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026

Woojae Shin2026-08-12T11:32:01+02:00

The UN system’s flagship report, the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 (SOFI) was launched. SOFI 2026 evaluates the current challenging situation and explores the structural causation of this pressure on CoHD.

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026Woojae Shin2026-08-12T11:32:01+02:00

IFAD Annual Report 2025

Woojae Shin2026-07-22T16:29:15+02:00

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has published its new annual report, analysing the first year of its thirteenth replenishment cycle.

IFAD Annual Report 2025Woojae Shin2026-07-22T16:29:15+02:00

Launch event of the 2026 edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI)

Woojae Shin2026-07-21T12:07:37+02:00

21 July 2026 | Virtual | FAO, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), UNICEF, World Food Programme & World Health Organization are launching the 2026 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report.

Launch event of the 2026 edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI)Woojae Shin2026-07-21T12:07:37+02:00

From Fragmentation to Focus: A Shared Agenda for the Last Mile to 2030

Woojae Shin2026-07-16T16:31:03+02:00

The Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG2) community faces a crucial time where the world is no longer on track to end hunger and all forms of malnutrition by 2030.

From Fragmentation to Focus: A Shared Agenda for the Last Mile to 2030Woojae Shin2026-07-16T16:31:03+02:00

Donor Platform Announces 2026 Annual General Assembly in Dublin: Return on Investment for Agrifood Systems as the central theme

Michelle Tang2026-07-10T14:51:06+02:00

Generously hosted by the Government of Ireland and recognized as an Associated Presidency Event under Ireland’s 2026 EU Council Presidency, the AGA will spotlight the strategic value and mutual benefits of agrifood investments in today’s global context.

Donor Platform Announces 2026 Annual General Assembly in Dublin: Return on Investment for Agrifood Systems as the central themeMichelle Tang2026-07-10T14:51:06+02:00

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