Long-running initiatives in Honduras, Mali and eastern Africa show that farmers can reshape agricultural research and seed ...

Read the new blog by IDS Researcher Peter Taylor, 'The “Equitable partnerships” conundrum: Reflecting on how aspirations for ...

This paper examines the political economy of the agricultural policy processes in Malawi through the lenses of the fertilizer subsidy programme that has raised the profile of the country on the ...

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This policy brief explores the reasons for labour market gaps based on a study of the Healthcare Assistant Certificate offered in Ghana ...

There has been a growing interest in China’s rapid economic growth, particularly agriculture-led growth and poverty reduction. In fact, China and Africa have developed their agriculture under ...

Osvaldo Sunkel was not only a great and influential development economist, but also was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, as well as a very kind and generous friend, colleague and teacher.

To mark World Food Day, Verity Hobbs, MA Food Systems & Sustainable Development student (Class of 2027), explores a landmark ...

Studying at IDS offers many opportunities to learn, connect with others and try new things beyond the classroom. From student-led activities to mentoring programmes, there are different ways to make ...

This report was finalised on 29 September 2026. A search for relevant evidence was conducted on 18 September 2026.