Knowledge Repository by GOPA AFC and GOPA MetaMeta at GFFA-2026

Welcome to our online knowledge repository, created to extend the experience of our GFFA 2026 stand and make its insights accessible to a global audience, put together by GOPA AFC and GOPA MetaMeta. Here, we spotlight regional water cycle restoration as a vital yet often overlooked innovation for agriculture and food security.

While much of the climate debate centers on CO₂ emissions, the management of water in soils and landscapes is equally crucial for stable harvests and resilient food systems. Our repository showcases how restoring local water cycles—by improving infiltration, moisture storage, and recycling—can prevent erratic rainfall, reduce drought risk, and support healthy crops. Through interactive tools, visual models, and satellite imagery, you can explore how land use decisions shape infiltration, evaporation, and runoff. Real-world case studies from Asia and Africa illustrate the transformative impacts of these approaches: from rangeland restoration in Uzbekistan, hedgerows in India, and agroforestry in Tanzania, to watershed rehabilitation in Ethiopia and smart farming in Zambia.

By combining farmer-led practices with digital monitoring, our knowledge products demonstrate how “restoring the invisible” delivers tangible results: higher yields, more reliable water resources, and greater resilience to climate extremes. Explore these resources to discover nature-based solutions for strengthening soils, water retention, and food security.

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For general inquiries:
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- Stefanie Maak – Knowledge Manager (tbd) GOPA AFC
- Long Hoang – Knowledge Manager GOPA MetaMeta
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