Peace Through Agriculture: How Food Security Can Help Post-Conflict Recovery

Nearly 282 million people faced acute hunger in 2023. Meanwhile, climate change threatens to disrupt agriculture and worsen already-dire global food crises. Amid this instability, food systems are increasingly viewed as a critical lever for peace — and the need for agricultural solutions to rebuild communities has never been more urgent. Agricultural development can be a transformative force in conflict-affected regions by supporting recovery and shielding vulnerable populations from the worst impacts of violence and climate change.

On December 3, USIP and Roots of Peace hosted a critical conversation on the intersection between food security, climate change and conflict resolution. International experts discussed the nexus of food security, climate and conflict; the role of agriculture in peacebuilding; and how farmers and producers can be essential partners for sustainable peace. A fireside chat then explored the practical steps and challenges to integrating agricultural solutions into peacebuilding efforts.

For more information about this event, including a full agenda and speaker list, please visit

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