Nov 19, 2021 · “Catastrophic and famine-like conditions” hang over Afghanistan’s farmers and herders, whose needs continue to worsen with the onset of winter, UN humanitarians said on Friday.

Jan 27, 2025 · Agriculture and animal husbandry, mainly consisting of subsistence farming and pastoral nomadism, are, in more normal times, the most important elements of the gross domestic product (GDP), accounting for nearly half of its total value. Afghanistan is …

USAID’s agricultural programs in Afghanistan mitigate the immediate hardships of vulnerable farm households and agribusinesses due to the continuing drought, economic crisis, political instability, and financial liquidity challenges.

USAID partners with Afghanistan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock to increase the productivity and incomes of Afghan farmers; build value chains that connect farmers, processors, and wholesalers; and expand opportunities to export Afghan goods to international markets.

There is a compelling case for investing in agriculture in Afghanistan. Agriculture (excluding opium poppy) accounts for about one quarter of national GDP and is the second largest sector after services. More than 80 percent of the population and nearly 90 percent of the poor live in

Oct 16, 2024 · Afghanistan’s agricultural history is deeply intertwined with its geographical and climatic conditions. Traditionally, the country’s food production has centered around a mix of subsistence farming and small-scale commercial agriculture. Key crops include wheat, barley, rice, and a variety of fruits and vegetables.

FAO provides emergency assistance to the most vulnerable and food insecure people across Afghanistan, reaching to the most remote rural areas. This humanitarian assistance covers the immediate and time-critical needs to protect and restore agricultural livelihoods, for example by providing paid work on community surface water management or ...

May 6, 2018 · With the right mix of policies and investments, Afghanistan's agriculture sector can drive down poverty and boost sustained growth in Afghanistan through jobs, better productivity, and inclusiveness.

Nov 28, 2024 · Despite lower year ‑ on ‑ year prices of fertilizers, herbicides and fuel, some farmers continue to face challenges to access them due to reduced income caused by low domestic prices of wheat since June 2023 and to limited availability of agricultural credit.

Aug 28, 2024 · Explore solutions to economic, cultural, and infrastructural challenges in Afghan farming, enhancing resilience and agricultural productivity.