The CGIAR Drought Action Catalyst aims to build global resilience to droughts, connecting communities with scalable solutions. The initiative focuses on Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and vulnerable regions, promoting co-design and collaboration to transform drought management.
The publication provides comprehensive guidance on evaluating and using water safely in agriculture, with a focus on health and environmental protection. It offers technical solutions and good agricultural practices to mitigate risks from crop and livestock farming, fish farming, and wastewater use.
The new survey emphasizes the need for an integrated, multi-sectorial approach to address climate change's impact on India's water resources. It identifies key recommendations for policymakers, including developing 'low regret' policies and improving water databases.
The report assesses environmental, social, and agricultural characteristics of GMS nations and outlines changes needed to meet future food demands. Technologies and practices can help farmers use water more efficiently, increase crop yields further and adapt to changing climatic conditions.
Dr. David Molden, winner of the CGIAR award for Outstanding Scientist of the Year, states that agriculture is both the cause and solution to many world water problems. The Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture highlights the potential to grow more food with limited water, particularly in areas of high poverty.
The world will need a 'Blue Revolution' to address the massive pressure on its water resources due to population growth, changing diets, and climate change. Investments in water can reduce poverty and improve agricultural productivity by refurbishing irrigation systems and promoting rainfed agriculture.