1 hour
Understanding the risk environment in agriculture
Agriculture & Food Security
Environment
English
Delivery Modality
Online self-paced
Theme
Risk-Informed Planning
Mainstreaming DRR/CCA in Plans, Programs, Budgets
Audience
Civil Society & Community-Based Organizations
Government
Local Community
Private Sector
Sectoral Ministries
Agencies
FAO
Certification
Yes
Last Updated
Jan-19
Agriculture is a risky sector. Extreme weather conditions, pests and diseases and market uncertainties are just few examples of events that can negatively affect farming activities, posing a major threat to households livelihood and food security. This course will present an overview of concepts linked to agricultural risk management, describing which risks farmers face, within a holistic approach that covers the entire agrifood system.
You will learn about
- Different risks affecting farming activities and their characteristics and main causes
- Implications of agricultural risks to farmers and other stakeholders in the agrifood system
- A holistic approach to risk management in agriculture
- Managing risks to improve livelihood and food security