International Fund For Agricultural Development

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is a United Nations agency established in 1977 and headquartered in Rome, Italy. It focuses on agricultural development in developing countries by providing grants and low-interest loans to rural projects. IFAD aims to empower rural populations to enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase their incomes. In addition to financing sovereign governments, IFAD has adopted a private sector investment strategy to support small and medium-sized enterprises, cooperatives, and smallholder farmers. This approach allows IFAD to fund a diverse range of initiatives that boost productivity, promote climate-smart practices, and foster resilience among rural communities. By attracting private sector funding, IFAD expands its capacity to contribute to sustainable agricultural development and poverty reduction in rural areas.