Donor Coordination in a Time of Change: Interview with Thijs Woudstra, new Donor Platform Co-Chair

2026-06-11T12:51:14+02:00

Since taking on the role of Co-Chair of the Donor Platform this year, Thijs Woudstra has helped guide the Platform’s strategic direction during a pivotal period for global food systems. In this interview, he shares his vision for the Platform’s future and how the Netherlands' leadership is contributing to a more resilient and food-secure world.

Donor Coordination in a Time of Change: Interview with Thijs Woudstra, new Donor Platform Co-Chair2026-06-11T12:51:14+02:00

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, digitalization and data governance for food security and nutrition

2026-06-02T11:09:46+02:00

30 June 2026 | Hybrid | Rome, Italy | Join a High-Level Forum (HLF) on “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digitalization and Data Governance for Food Security and Nutrition”, focusing on utilizing artificial intelligence and digital technologies in circumstances of food security and nutrition, seeking a transparent and liable data governance.

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, digitalization and data governance for food security and nutrition2026-06-02T11:09:46+02:00

One Acre Fund: Making Agriculture Work for Youth

2026-05-29T11:15:01+02:00

This memo summarizes the most actionable findings from that research. It highlights five key insights and practical recommendations across three opportunity areas to help agricultural programs better engage and support rural youth, especially young women. 

One Acre Fund: Making Agriculture Work for Youth2026-05-29T11:15:01+02:00

Europe-Asia Economic Summit

2026-05-28T15:37:29+02:00

29 - 1 July 2026 | Davos, Switzerland | Join an event bringing together leaders from Europe and Asia to discuss technology, sustainability, and global economic cooperation. The summit delves into two major topics: AI and Sustainable Innovation, addressing how emerging technologies can shape a new horizon for business.

Europe-Asia Economic Summit2026-05-28T15:37:29+02:00

Agriculture for Development in a Changing World

2026-05-28T15:38:16+02:00

21 May 2026 | 15.00–17.00 PM (Rome CEST) | Online on Zoom | Join an event hosted by IDS and TAAI, focusing on supporting agricultural development, food security, agrifood systems and poverty reduction on a drastically changing global aid landscape. Maurizio Navarra, Secretariat Coordinator of the Donor Platform, will be a speaker, sharing perspectives on donor priorities for agriculture and rural development.

Agriculture for Development in a Changing World2026-05-28T15:38:16+02:00

Blog – FIN4DEV DIALOGUES SIDE EVENT: Stabilizing Agrifood Systems Amid Trade, Energy and Market Volatility

2026-05-14T17:13:20+02:00

During a recent Fin for Dev Dialogue side event at the ECOSOC Financing for Development Forum, “Stabilizing Agrifood Systems Amid Trade, Energy and Market Volatility” on 22 April 2026, development experts gathered to discuss how coordinated policy and financing can help stabilize agrifood systems in an increasingly uncertain world.

Blog – FIN4DEV DIALOGUES SIDE EVENT: Stabilizing Agrifood Systems Amid Trade, Energy and Market Volatility2026-05-14T17:13:20+02:00

From Commitment to Investment: Aligning Private Sector Engagement and Nutrition Outcomes

2026-05-25T10:09:02+02:00

26 May 2026 | 9.15–10.30 AM (Rome, CEST) | Hybrid: In-person and on Zoom. | Join the Donor Platform at Rome Nutrition Week to shape the future of joint nutrition action in a changing world. Amid a growing nutrition financing gap, the session will explore how institutional investors, development finance institutions, and responsible private sector engagement can better support improved nutrition and healthier, more sustainable food systems.

From Commitment to Investment: Aligning Private Sector Engagement and Nutrition Outcomes2026-05-25T10:09:02+02:00

Youth-sensitive analysis and strategy design for the soybean value chain in Zambia

2026-05-12T15:11:18+02:00

This publication presents the results of a youth-sensitive analysis of the soybean value chain in Zambia conducted under the ICA-4 project. It identifies key constraints, youth employment opportunities, and priority intervention areas, and offers recommendations.

Youth-sensitive analysis and strategy design for the soybean value chain in Zambia2026-05-12T15:11:18+02:00