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22-23 February 2012: Bill Gates and Rwanda’s Paul Kagame to attend IFAD’s annual meeting
Rome, 08 February 2012 –The annual Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) will feature international personalities who will address climate change issues affecting the agricultural sector – more storms, droughts and rising sea levels.At the very intersection of these challenges  are smallholder farmers in developing countries. Why should we focus on them?  How can smallholders make a difference?  How can they help lead the way to climate-smart and more productive agriculture?
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US$89.9 million IFAD loan to India for poverty reduction in Uttarakhand State
Rome, 1 February 2012 – The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) will provide a US$89.9 million loan to the Republic of India to improve agricultural livelihoods in the State of Uttarakhand.
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US$22.2 million IFAD loan to Sri Lanka for poverty reduction
Rome, 30 January 2012 – The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) will provide a US$22.23 million loan to the Republic of Sri Lanka for improved irrigation infrastructure and crop diversification, and help create new market opportunities for smallholder farmers.
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US$45.7 million IFAD loan and grant to Malawi to boost food security in rural areas
Rome, 24 January 2012 – The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) will provide a US$22.85 million loan and US$22.85 million grant to the Republic of Malawi to help smallholder farmers improve food security and reduce rural poverty in the country.  
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