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Signing ceremony

ILO and partners launch certification programme to boost Lebanese agricultural exports to the EU

The new crop certification drive, led by a Sweden-funded initiative, will help Lebanese farmers and exporters meet EU standards, improve coordination and boost competitiveness in agricultural exports.

Rise for Impact

ILO project champions sustainable cotton cultivation through targeted farmer trainings in Uzbekistan

The ILO Rise for Impact project delivered practical workshops for farmers in Jizzakh and Syrdarya regions, promoting sustainable agriculture, stronger livelihoods and workers’ rights.

Our impact, their voices

From isolation to empowerment: Mama Abu and the rise of the Tuna Besty Group

The sea invites the people of Air Panas sub-village to make a living. The fortunes of the fisheries sector may have ups and downs, but the fisherwomen there have proven their resilience in managing risks and processing marine products for a living.

Our impact, their voices

Towards sustainable and inclusive palm oil companies and plantations in the heart of East Kalimantan

Since the early 2000s, various palm oil companies have pioneered the largest economic developments in East Kalimantan. Now, the focus is on the ongoing improvement of occupational safety and health (OSH) in the palm oil sector for all workers and...

ILO promotes occupational safety and health training for leaders in Colombia’s sugar sector

As part of the project Improving Occupational Safety and Health in the Sugarcane Supply Chain, led by the ILO with support from the Vision Zero Fund and cooperation from the European Commission, a training-of-trainers programme on Occupational...

RISE for Impact

Empowering cotton communities in Uzbekistan: ILO workshop promotes fundamental principles and rights at work

A two-day ILO workshop in Jizzakh focused on promoting the five fundamental principle and right at work among cotton-growing communities, with a strong emphasis on social dialogue, gender equality, and workplace safety.

Press release

ILO and QOOT Cluster partner to strengthen market linkages for farmers and agri-food SMEs in Lebanon

Photo essay

Microfinance initiative supports young people, farmers and workers in Lebanon

By providing subsidized loans and training, the ILO supported over 1,550 Lebanese and Syrians, creating jobs and building resilience amid Lebanon's multilevel crisis.

Role of media in skills development

Harnessing media for skills development in Ethiopia's agro-processing sector

Effective media engagement is crucial for advancing skills development in Ethiopia's agro-processing sector. By raising awareness, advocating for policy improvements, and showcasing success stories, the media plays a vital role in aligning training...

The CLEAR Supply Chains project was present at CAFEXPO Honduras 2025

CAFEXPO, the first national coffee event in Honduras, held on March 21 and 22 in San Pedro Sula, featured the participation of key coffee sector actors.

From unemployment to agricultural entrepreneurship in Jordan

Omar's story of how determination and support from the Employment-Intensive Investment Programme transformed him from an unemployed graduate into a thriving entrepreneur, impacting his community through sustainable agriculture and beekeeping.

Testimony

Breaking barriers through green employment in Jordan

The inspiring journeys of Samah, Tahani, and Najwa demonstrate how green employment can provide individuals with the tools to improve their lives and contribute to society.

CLEAR Supply Chains project in Uganda

Strengthening child labour due diligence of coffee companies in Uganda

In the framework of the ILO’s Child Labour Platform (CLP), the CLEAR Supply Chains project provided capacity building on child labour due diligence to coffee company members of the CLP who source from Uganda.

Empowering rural women and youth in Timor-Leste through mobile training units

The ILO-EU Agroforestry Skills’ mobile training programmes equip rural women and youth in Timor-Leste with valuable new skills.

JobAgri Project

ILO launches JobAgri project to strengthen employment and sustainability in Ghana’s agri-food sector

The International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD), has launched the JobAgri project in Ghana. This initiative...

Climate change

Protect workers, farmers from excessive heat

Heat poses severe risks to Siargao’s farming communities, which calls for the need to protect the most vulnerable and prevent heat-related illnesses and injuries.

Migrant fishers

Fishers brace for climate change hazards

Rising tides and changing weather make it harder for fishers to face risks at sea, highlighting the need for safety and health at work and anticipatory action to protect their lives and livelihoods.

OSH training programme

ILO joins forces with PT Nestlé Indonesia to improve OSH for coffee farmers in Indonesia

Through occupational safety and health (OSH) training programmes, the ILO and PT Nestlé Indonesia foster a strong OSH culture among agricultural workers, with a particular focus on coffee farmers.

Agri-businesses ecosystem

Advancing agri-businesses through improved and inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystems in the Sidama Region of Ethiopia

Key actors in Ethiopia’s agri-entrepreneurship sector gathered in Hawassa to validate a study on ecosystem challenges. The study identified major barriers in market access and financing for small agri-businesses in Sidama. Stakeholders discussed...

Fair Wages and Decent Work

ILO launches project to advance living wages and income in Ethiopia’s agriculture sector

Ethiopia takes reaffirmed commitment to fair wages and decent work in agriculture.