Events

The pandemic’s effects on food markets in Myanmar

The rise of COVID-19 infections and the policies imposed to limit the spread of the disease have created significant food market disruptions. In this policy seminar, Myanmar policymakers and development partners discuss the pandemic's impact on food vendors and the actions needed to minimize disruptions

COVID-19 and Developing Country Responses

On October 15th, IFPRI hosted an official side event at the World Food Prize 2020 Borlaug Dialogue. The session presented country and regional perspectives on COVID-19 responses including from China, India, Africa south of the Sahara, and a global perspective.

Invisible China: How the urban-rural divide threatens China’s rise

In their October 8 book launch, authors Scott Rozelle and Natalie Hell examine how low education levels among China's rural population make it difficult for many to find work in the formal economy as the country's economy continues to transform and manufacturing jobs move to other countries.

Ethiopia’s agri-food system: Past trends, present challenges, and future scenarios

What are the agriculture sector’s past trends and present challenges in Ethiopia? What is the role of sustained investment for success and continued poverty reduction in the country? Re-watch the video from the September 22nd IFPRI book launch on, "Ethiopia’s agri-food system: Past trends, present challenges, and future scenarios".

What are COVID-19’s impacts on food and nutrition security in Myanmar?

The economic impacts of COVID-19 are threatening the food security of vulnerable households. In this policy seminar, Myanmar policymakers and development partners discuss the current welfare of Myanmar households and highlight the positive impacts of maternal and child cash transfers on nutritional care.