Indigenous wisdom meets innovation for a more resilient food future
Four companies that are part of the Zero Hunger Pledge appeared in a Forbes article about powerful solutions emerging by blending indigenous farming practices with modern agricultural innovations.
"Globally, powerful solutions are emerging by blending Indigenous farming practices with modern agricultural innovations. Practices rooted in generations of local, context-specific knowledge gain even greater value when combined with advancements in methods, technology, and science. This integration tackles global challenges like population growth and environmental degradation while paving the way for stronger climate resilience and improved food security in an increasingly uncertain future.
The triple COPs of biodiversity, climate change and desertification— collectively known as the Rio Conventions— held across Colombia, Azerbaijan, and Saudi Arabia in late 2024, championed the merger of traditional knowledge with modern solutions. The Indigenous Troika, an initiative launched at COP29, called for greater inclusion of Indigenous voices in climate negotiations, recognizing their unparalleled ability to protect carbon-rich ecosystems."