UN Conference Addresses Desertification and Food Security

The Nigerian Minister of Environment highlighted the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project, funded by the World Bank, aimed at tackling land degradation and food insecurity through a participatory approach focused on food security, water supply, and environmental sustainability. The project will initiate a Strategic Catchment Management Plan in the Hadeija Jama’are area, with plans to extend to 200 micro catchment plans across 19 states. Concurrently, Desert Control AS has been selected to join the UN World Food Programme's Innovation Accelerator to pilot its Liquid Natural Clay technology in Iraq, aimed at improving soil health and water efficiency for sustainable agriculture. At the recent UN Desertification Conference, various reports emphasized the need for better land management and biodiversity conservation as essential strategies for ensuring food security in the face of climate change. The International Union for Conservation of Nature's report stressed the importance of integrated strategies that address climate change, while highlighting the significance of crop diversity in combating desertification. Overall, these initiatives reflect a global commitment to enhancing agricultural resilience and sustainability amidst pressing environmental challenges.