International Food Policy Research Institute facts for kids
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| Founded | 1975 |
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| Type | Non-profit |
| Focus | Poverty reduction, Nutrition and Diets, Food security and Hunger, Agriculture, Food systems, Climate change, Sustainability, Natural Resources, Sustainable livelihood, Gender equality, Policy analysis and solutions |
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Area served
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Global |
| Method | Social science research |
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Key people
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Johan (Jo) Swinnen, Director General Pascal Lamy, Board of Trustees |
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Revenue
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US$109,877,000 in 2023 |
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Employees
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599 |
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is a global research center. It focuses on farming and food systems. IFPRI helps find solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger and poor nutrition. They work in many countries around the world.
For almost 50 years, IFPRI has worked with leaders, scientists, and other groups. They do research and share ideas to improve food systems. Their goal is to help countries grow and reduce poverty in ways that are good for the environment.
IFPRI is part of CGIAR, which is the world's largest farming research network. IFPRI is the only CGIAR center that focuses only on food policy research. Many different groups and governments support IFPRI's work.
IFPRI's researchers study many topics. These include farming economics, how countries develop, and how to help people in rural areas. They also look at how to help women, use digital tools, and understand food policies. IFPRI works with many local and national partners.
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What IFPRI Does Around the World
IFPRI has programs in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and South Asia. These programs help countries with their own food policy research. They also help local experts learn more about research and policy.
IFPRI has about 600 employees from many different countries. More than half of their researchers work in countries that are still developing. In Africa, IFPRI has an office in Senegal. They also have programs in Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Sudan.
IFPRI's South Asia office is in India. They also have offices in Bangladesh, China, and Myanmar. There is also an IFPRI office in Papua New Guinea.
Why IFPRI is Important
IFPRI is known as a leader in global development research. It is ranked highly among farming economics groups worldwide. It is also a top organization in the field of development economics.
Studies show that IFPRI's work has helped many people. For example, their work in Mexico, Viet Nam, and Ethiopia has led to big economic and environmental benefits. These benefits are estimated to be over US$1 billion. IFPRI's research has helped more than 270 million people worldwide.
IFPRI's researchers have also received awards from important organizations. These include the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association.
IFPRI shares its research and ideas in many ways. They publish articles, books, reports, and blogs. They also hold events like conferences and seminars.
IFPRI often takes part in big international meetings. For example, they were at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai in 2023. There, their researchers talked about how climate change affects food security, nutrition, and gender equality.
IFPRI's Approach to Solving Problems
IFPRI uses a three-step plan to help reduce poverty and make sure everyone has healthy food:
- First, they figure out what the problem is and what might happen in the future.
- Second, they test new ideas and solutions, both in technology and policy.
- Third, they help create an environment where changes can happen easily.
IFPRI works with over 300 partner organizations. This helps them make their research more effective. They connect with many groups to create strong and fair food systems. These partners include local groups, researchers, and funders. They all help provide good information and advice to leaders and other organizations. IFPRI also works closely with other CGIAR Centers.
What IFPRI Researches
IFPRI studies many different topics. These include nutrition, food prices, gender, climate change, and how to manage natural resources. They also look at new ideas in farming, social support, and how to share farming knowledge.
IFPRI's main goal is to find new ideas and research. This helps create fair and sustainable food systems. It also helps people have better lives and eat healthy foods. IFPRI changes its research to fit the different challenges and opportunities in countries around the world.
IFPRI's research fits with CGIAR's main goals. These goals include improving nutrition, health, and food security. They also aim to reduce poverty, protect the environment, and promote gender equality. They also work on helping people adapt to climate change.
IFPRI's Publications
IFPRI's research and reports are for many different people. This includes leaders, non-profit groups, and the media. All of IFPRI's publications are free to access.
IFPRI publishes books, reports, newsletters, and blogs. They also collect new information and organize existing data. IFPRI researchers publish their work in top journals about farming economics, development, and food policy.
The Global Food Policy Report is IFPRI's most important publication. This report comes out every year. It gives an overview of a key topic in food security and nutrition. It also talks about challenges and solutions in different parts of the world.
In recent years, the Global Food Policy Report has focused on big issues. These include how healthy diets help people and the planet. It also looks at how to be ready for food crises and how food systems can adapt to climate change. The report also discussed the need for changes in food systems after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leaders of IFPRI
- Johan (Jo) Swinnen (2020–Present)
- Shenggen Fan (2009–2020)
- Joachim von Braun (2002–2009)
- Per Pinstrup-Andersen (1992–2002)
- Just Faaland (interim DG, 1990–1992)
- John Williams Mellor (1977–1990)
- Dale E. Hathaway (1975–1977, founding director general)
How IFPRI Makes a Difference
It can be hard to measure how much research helps reduce poverty or increase income. But IFPRI has had 46 independent studies done on its work. IFPRI also works with researchers to check their findings. They share these results through reports, blogs, and events. IFPRI has a blog series called "Making a Difference." It shares stories about how their research has helped people.
Studies show that IFPRI's work has led to big economic and environmental benefits. Just a few of their projects in Bangladesh, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Mexico, Tanzania, and Viet Nam have created over US$1 billion in benefits. IFPRI's research has also helped more than 270 million people around the world.
In Brazil, IFPRI's study of a program that gave money to families led to changes. These changes helped 52 million people in a new program called Bolsa Família. In Viet Nam, IFPRI's advice on rice markets helped 24 million rice farmers earn more money and have enough food. IFPRI's research on building roads in India helped 18 million people escape poverty. This was through the Prime Minister's Rural Roads Program.
See also
In Spanish: Instituto Internacional de Investigación sobre Políticas Alimentarias para niños
