Community perspectives

In the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, we, with Ildikó Asztalos Morell, Associate Professor at SLU, look at the challenges confronting Sámi Indigenous food systems and at how this traditional food revive ageing populations.

Learn more about the work to transform the agricultural practices of the Mayan community, Maya-Q’eqchi’ in Northern Guatemala, that opened space for a renewed vision of reviving local practices and using local resources to implement more sustainable, culturally viable agriculture.

An exhibition by nine young artists exploring human connection to soil hopes to inspire better care practices for healthier lands in Kyrgyzstan.

Black soldier fly farming can improve harvests, soil health, and supplement diets. SIANI expert group on insect-based proteins, led by the Madagascar Biodiversity Center, has successfully introduced black soldier fly farming in 3 regions in Madagascar

This case study from the “Amplifying Stories of Agroecology Principles and Practices” (ASAPP) project series highlights Maramche Agroecological Village, in Annapurna Rural Municipality,

In 2025, key events showed the strain on global food systems but also the potential for change. By uniting efforts and embracing knowledge from smallholder farmers and Indigenous communities, we can build resilient, sustainable food systems for a healthier, more equitable future.

Dr. Kristina Osbjer explains how ICARS helps low- and middle-income countries fight AMR through One Health solutions.

The report gives a detailed picture of the drivers behind deforestation in the Amazon and its connections to local and global trade.

Read the first-week evaluation of COP30 by the Collective of Indigenous Women and Youth and Mestizo Women.