The World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) today unveiled the comprehensive ‘Global Youth Producers’ Consultation on Climate-Smart Agriculture’ report, a collaborative effort with the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) through AgMission™ — a global initiative co-created by WFO and FFAR to unlock agriculture’s potential to address climate change.
During this consultation, young farmers from 34 countries shared their personal stories of success and challenges in climate-smart agriculture (CSA) and provided valuable insights into their local context. The resulting report focuses on the challenges and opportunities young farmers worldwide face in implementing CSA practices.
Drawing on insights from young producers globally, the report identifies four critical areas that must be addressed to accelerate the transition towards CSA:
- Climate-Smart Agriculture Profitability
- Soil and Water Management
- Access to Land and Land Tenure
- Young Farmers’ Access to Markets and Value Chains
The findings are clear: young farmers face significant barriers that must be overcome to succeed. Among the challenges highlighted:
- 86% of respondents reported that the lack of digital infrastructure limits their access to new market opportunities.
- 64% struggle to identify farmer-friendly financial regulations in their country.
- The transition cost represents a significant challenge for implementing CSA: 93% agreed that financial support, capacity-building training and access to innovative equipment are crucial to address the economic loss sustained during the transition period.