International Fund for Agricultural Development

– History:
– IFAD established in 1977 through UN General Assembly Resolution 32/107.
– Headquarters located in Rome, Italy.
– IFAD is a member of the United Nations Development Group.
– Current President is Alvaro Lario from Spain.
– Alvaro Lario succeeded Gilbert Houngbo in late 2022.

– Projects:
– IFAD involved in over 200 projects across nearly 100 countries.
– Initiatives funded include land and water management improvements.
– Rural infrastructure development is a key focus.
– Farmers are trained in efficient technologies.
– Resilience against climate change is built up.

– Funding and Partnerships:
– IFAD has 177 member states.
– Works in partnership with OPEC and OECD members.
– Since foundation, IFAD provided US$23.2 billion in loans and grants.
– Coordinated an additional US$31 billion in international and domestic co-financing.
– Focus on rural economies and food security.

– See Also:
– Politics portal.
– Emphasis on food security.
– Development Finance Institution.
– PROGETTAPS.
– IFAD at a Glance.

– References:
– IFAD at a glance.
– IFAD at a Glance.
– International Fund for Agricultural Development | Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
– Talbot, Ross (1980). The International Fund for Agricultural Development.
– UNDG Members.