Ethiopia has officially launched the National Agroecology Strategy for Food System Transformation (2026–2040), a national framework designed to advance sustainable farming practices that restore ecosystems and strengthen climate resilience.

With agriculture employing more than 80% of Ethiopia’s population and smallholder farmers producing about 95% of the country’s agricultural output, strengthening farming systems that restore ecosystems and improve livelihoods is essential for the country’s future.

Developed through a year-long, multi-stakeholder process led by the Ministry of Agriculture, the strategy provides a roadmap to address climate change, land degradation, biodiversity loss and food insecurity while supporting inclusive rural development. It is complemented by the National Agroforestry Development Strategy (2026–2035), which promotes the integration of trees into farming systems to improve soils, boost productivity and diversify livelihoods.

The strategy was developed through collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture, CIFOR-ICRAF and the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, together with development partners including the European Union,International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Irish Aid, GIZ and the Liechtenstein Development Service.

: https://bit.ly/4dlQ5B8