Innovative technologies and institutions

Innovative technologies and productive waters to empower rural communities

In this session, the panelists will provide insights, and highlight examples, of how smallholder farmers can be empowered through the introduction of innovative irrigation and water management technologies and knowledge, combined with innovative education, communication, financing and institutional platforms, to secure sustainable and equitable year-round access to water, put it to productive and profitable use, and adapt-to-climate-change, all while maintaining their water resources.