In 2025, 645 million people faced hunger. Approximately one-third of the world's population, or one in three people, could not afford a healthy diet, Nasar Hayat, Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Azerbaijan, said during his speech at an event dedicated to World Food Day, APA-Economics reports.
"These figures remind us that the problem is not simply a lack of knowledge or technology. We already have many solutions. The more difficult task is to make these solutions accessible, affordable, and useful for those who need them.
For Azerbaijan, this prompts us to consider more important and practical questions. How can farmers use water more efficiently? How can they adapt to changing and challenging weather conditions? How can they protect their crops, reduce losses, and sell their products in more favorable markets?" he noted.
According to him, agriculture continues to form the basis of people's livelihoods in Azerbaijan:
"At the same time, our country faces a number of challenges, including limited water resources, rising production costs, and the impacts of climate change. Innovation can help address these challenges. More advanced irrigation systems, timely weather information, improved farming practices, and digital connections with buyers can make a significant difference.
However, innovation does not always mean complex or expensive technology. A simple solution that saves water, reduces waste, or helps a farmer earn more income is also innovation. The main criterion is whether it works under real conditions."
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