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Research paper thumbnail of The role of interactive radio programming in advancing women’s empowerment and crop and dietary diversity: Mixed methods evidence from Malawi

in 1975, provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger an... more in 1975, provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. IFPRI's strategic research aims to foster a climate-resilient and sustainable food supply; promote healthy diets and nutrition for all; build inclusive and efficient markets, trade systems, and food industries; transform agricultural and rural economies; and strengthen institutions and governance. Gender is integrated in all the Institute's work. Partnerships, communications, capacity strengthening, and data and knowledge management are essential components to translate IFPRI's research from action to impact. The Institute's regional and country programs play a critical role in responding to demand for food policy research and in delivering holistic support for country-led development. IFPRI collaborates with partners around the world.

Research paper thumbnail of Assessing and strengthening Malawi’s pluralistic agricultural extension system: Evidence and lessons from a three-year research study

and partners launched a three-year evidence-based policy support project to analyze demand for an... more and partners launched a three-year evidence-based policy support project to analyze demand for and supply of agricultural extension services in Malawi and help design activities to strengthen service providers' capacity to address farmers' demands for information. For this project, IFPRI partnered with Wadonda Consult and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) to conduct the household survey and qualitative interviews.

Research paper thumbnail of Youth engagement in agricultural policy processes in Malawi

Development Southern Africa, 2015

This study assesses the nature of networking between youth and agricultural policymakers-given yo... more This study assesses the nature of networking between youth and agricultural policymakers-given youth disillusionment with agricultural livelihoods. Using the Malawi case, a mixed methods approach shows that first local government departments that are mandated to work on youth issues are the main hubs of information for youth in agriculture. The Ministry of Agriculture plays a secondary role. Second, the study shows that youth in agriculture have little or no direct interactions with each other. Therefore, youth remain on the periphery of agricultural policymaking and their role in shaping agricultural policy dialogue is negligible. This is attributable to both lack of a deliberate government policy to include the youth and lack of a unified youth platform. The onus is therefore on the youth to ensure that they are effectively engaged in agricultural policy dialogue. The study conclusions with policy recommendations relevant for countries with the 'youth/agriculture' problem like Malawi.

Research paper thumbnail of The role of interactive radio programming in advancing women’s empowerment and crop and dietary diversity: Mixed methods evidence from Malawi

in 1975, provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger an... more in 1975, provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. IFPRI's strategic research aims to foster a climate-resilient and sustainable food supply; promote healthy diets and nutrition for all; build inclusive and efficient markets, trade systems, and food industries; transform agricultural and rural economies; and strengthen institutions and governance. Gender is integrated in all the Institute's work. Partnerships, communications, capacity strengthening, and data and knowledge management are essential components to translate IFPRI's research from action to impact. The Institute's regional and country programs play a critical role in responding to demand for food policy research and in delivering holistic support for country-led development. IFPRI collaborates with partners around the world.

Research paper thumbnail of Assessing and strengthening Malawi’s pluralistic agricultural extension system: Evidence and lessons from a three-year research study

and partners launched a three-year evidence-based policy support project to analyze demand for an... more and partners launched a three-year evidence-based policy support project to analyze demand for and supply of agricultural extension services in Malawi and help design activities to strengthen service providers' capacity to address farmers' demands for information. For this project, IFPRI partnered with Wadonda Consult and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) to conduct the household survey and qualitative interviews.

Research paper thumbnail of Youth engagement in agricultural policy processes in Malawi

Development Southern Africa, 2015

This study assesses the nature of networking between youth and agricultural policymakers-given yo... more This study assesses the nature of networking between youth and agricultural policymakers-given youth disillusionment with agricultural livelihoods. Using the Malawi case, a mixed methods approach shows that first local government departments that are mandated to work on youth issues are the main hubs of information for youth in agriculture. The Ministry of Agriculture plays a secondary role. Second, the study shows that youth in agriculture have little or no direct interactions with each other. Therefore, youth remain on the periphery of agricultural policymaking and their role in shaping agricultural policy dialogue is negligible. This is attributable to both lack of a deliberate government policy to include the youth and lack of a unified youth platform. The onus is therefore on the youth to ensure that they are effectively engaged in agricultural policy dialogue. The study conclusions with policy recommendations relevant for countries with the 'youth/agriculture' problem like Malawi.

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