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🌍🌾 Celebrating World Food Day: Bridging the Water-Soil-Food Nexus 🌾 The theme of this year's World Food Day, "Water is Life - Water is Food and Leave No One Behind," underscores the undeniable connection between water, soil, and food. At GIZ, we've been working tirelessly to bring this unity call to life, as we firmly believe that World Food Day is not just an event; it's a resounding call to action, a testament to our shared commitment to a future where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can access nutritious, sustainable, and culturally appropriate food. Water is indeed a fundamental component of agriculture, a lifeline that nourishes our crops and sustains our farms. Without it, our fields would wither away, leaving our plates empty. But it's essential to recognize that water doesn't act alone; it relies on a crucial partnership with soil. Our soils are the unsung heroes of agriculture, the very foundation upon which our food is grown. The health of our soils and the inputs we provide them directly impact water infiltration, the well-being of our crops, and, ultimately, the health of our people. This nexus also plays a pivotal role in our adaptation to the challenges posed by climate change. For the past six decades, GIZ has been instrumental in fostering collaboration between Germany and Kenya. This partnership has yielded key policy documents, such as the National Irrigation Policy and the Agricultural Soil Management Policy, both of which were recently adopted by the Cabinet. These documents are a testament to our dedication to building a sustainable and food-secure future. As we celebrate World Food Day, it's essential to acknowledge that a sustainable and secure food future is impossible without addressing the water-soil-food nexus. We must adapt our agricultural practices to meet the challenges of climate change, ensuring that we can continue to nourish our growing global population. Let's come together to safeguard our precious resources, embrace sustainable agricultural practices, and work hand in hand to leave no one behind in our quest for a brighter food future. 🌱🌊🌾 #WorldFoodDay #WaterIsFood #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GIZ #GermanyKenyaCollaboration Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH #Kenya