IFAD Asia

🌙✨ Eid Mubarak from @IFAD Asia Pacific! ✨🌙 May this joyous occasion bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to #communities across Asia & beyond. As we celebrate the spirit of togetherness and generosity, let us continue working towards a future where no one is left behind.

The @IFAD-financed Market For Village Farmers project has been hailed a game-changer by farmers in the #horticulture and fresh produce sector. Read more 👇

From soil to success 🌾 Farmers in #PapuaNewGuinea are reaping the benefits of smart agricultural support. Read this piece in @TheNationalNews sl1nk.com/fUQbO

SAAMBAT Project, a joint initiative of the Government, the European Investment Bank, the European Union, and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), is demonstrating tangible results in improving livelihoods for rural communities. khmertimeskh.com/501862890/saam…

Today @IFAD AVP Donal Brown participated in a Leaders' Session on Development Pathways, identifying opportunities for joint initiatives under @ADB_HQ's US$40bn food systems agenda & establishing practical mechanisms for long‑term coordination to transform lives at the first mile.

#AI could be a game changer for #smallholder farmers in #India — if done right. This piece by @IFAD's Global Lead for ICT4D, Brenda Munde, in @htTweets explores how DPI + data can boost resilience, with lessons for the #GlobalSouth. shorturl.at/vpt2k

The Asia and the Pacific Food Systems Forum 2026 starts today. Stay tuned.... @IFAD @DonalFBrown

On 16–19 March, ADB will address one of the region’s complex development challenges by hosting the Asia and the Pacific Food Systems Forum 2026 in Manila, Philippines. The event will bring together high-level officials and experts to discuss innovative solutions and help shape resilient and sustainable food systems. 🗓️ Register now: bit.ly/3ZI45xc.

Achieving lasting rural impact requires direct investment in small and medium-sized enterprises. This empowers the private sector to drive economic growth and transform rural lives. Accounting for over 90% of global agrifood activities, the private sector complements public investment with essential technology, market access and logistics that help small farms, rural entrepreneurs, and agri-food businesses thrive. IFAD partners across the entire agrifood ecosystem – from SMEs and local banks to multinational buyers – aligning market incentives with development goals to unlock co-investments that multiply impact. The evidence is clear: 58 impact assessments show projects with strong private sector engagement boosted rural incomes by 64% – nearly double the 33% gains from limited engagement. Discover IFAD's private sector approach to rural transformation at bit.ly/4sJ8GM3

Today, @IFAD announces the expansion of RemitSCOPE to Asia! The platform now covers remittance-related data for 137 countries, making it a first-of-its-kind free global resource for policymakers, researchers and financial institutions. Developed with support from the @EU_Commission and partners, RemitSCOPE helps policymakers, researchers, financial institutions and remittance service providers gain deeper insights into remittance markets, especially in countries where remittances play a vital role in supporting rural communities.

(2/2) #AgriConnect aims to transform small-scale farming into a driver of growth, jobs and food security by linking farmers and agribusinesses to stronger value chains and markets. @IFAD @WorldBankGroup, @AIIB_Official @IFC_org

Along with other partners, the @IFAD launched a new AgriConnect Project last week in partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea and the @WorldBankGroup, @AIIB_Official in Goroka (1/2) shorturl.at/C4FM4

Ever wondered what goes on at the #FoodSystems Summits? We spoke to #Bangladesh Country Director Valantine Achancho about the 2-day #AsiaPacific Food Systems Transformation meeting last week. @FoodSystems @UNinBangladesh Watch 👇🏽

#AsiaPacific is home to 60% of humanity & about 1️⃣/2️⃣ it's undernourished people. Don't miss the country spotlights from #FoodSystems transformation meeting 👇🏼

Women play a vital role in rural economies, yet often have limited access to resources and opportunities. Data show that focused investments could raise incomes for 58 million people and strengthen the resilience of 235 million. This #IWD2026, IFAD underscores how supporting women across rural value chains, from production to processing and marketing, drives measurable progress and inclusive rural transformation. Learn more at bit.ly/3OR63cq

Women’s unpaid care work limits economic participation, costing the global economy nearly US$11T. Loise Maina, IFAD Lead Technical Specialist on Gender & Social Inclusion, explains how IFAD’s investments boost women’s incomes, market access, and strengthen rural communities. #IWD26

On #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate #rural women - #farmers, smallholders, & entrepreneurs who nourish #communities, strengthen local economies, & drive #sustainable change. Investing in them means investing in a more food-secure future. @UNinIndia @unwomenindia

On #InternationalWomensDay, a powerful reminder: Women make up over 40% of the global agrifood workforce, yet remain underfunded and underrepresented. Time to unlock women's full potential. @FAO @IFADAsia @unwomenchina @WFP news.cgtn.com/news/2026-03-0…

Investing in rural women means jobs, services and stronger communities. #IWD2026 @IFAD @unwomen_pak @UNinPak

On #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate rural women entrepreneurs in Pakistan. 🇵🇰 Through @IFAD & Punjab’s SPPAP project, 10,000+ women have gained training and loans to start businesses—from beauty services to embroidery clinics & digital marketing.

The @SAPP_LK financed by IFAD is one example of how women are being connected with private sector partners, financing & new technologies. Read more as we mark #WomensDay2026 👇 @SherinaTabassum