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Podcast 1.5°C: Sustainable agriculture in Kazakhstan – adapting to climate change
In this episode, the guests explore how climate change is affecting agriculture in Kazakhstan and what adaptation measures are already being implemented.
In the studio:
• Saulet Sakenov, Climate Analyst, UNDP in Kazakhstan,
• Tatyana Gontarenko, A.I. Barayev Scientific and Production Center for Grain Farming,
• Bauyrzhan Akhmetayev, National Chamber of Entrepreneurs “Atameken”.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔ How Kazakhstani farmers are adapting to climate risks such as droughts, extreme weather, and new climate challenges
✔ What innovative technologies and crop varieties are helping stabilize yields
✔ Examples of effective support for farmers — from small grants to breeding solutions
✔ Why climate adaptation is key to achieving sustainable agriculture in the country
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The Food Systems, Land Use and Restoration (FOLUR) Impact Program is a $345 million initiative supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) that seeks to transform the global food system by promoting sustainable, integrated landscapes and efficient commodity value chains. The Impact Program consists of a global platform and 27 country projects targeting the production landscapes of eight commodities: cocoa, corn, coffee, livestock, palm oil, rice, soy, and wheat.
