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In this workshop, we explored the role of innovation in supporting traditional practices that conserve agricultural heritage systems.  

Traditional agricultural practices, often rooted in the local communities and the knowledge of Indigenous peoples, shape landscapes, maintain biodiversity, contribute to food security, and support the livelihoods of both Indigenous and local communities.

In Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS), traditional knowledge is integral to cultural practices and resource management. However, much of this knowledge remains undocumented and only partially analyzed. Sharing and discussing it among stakeholders and experts can enhance its effective use.  

To address evolving social, economic, and environmental challenges, integrating indigenous people knowledge, innovative approaches and modern technologies with traditional knowledge can strengthen GIAHS sites, benefiting both farmers and conservation efforts.  

This workshop is part of a series on GIAHS and Family Farming, funded by Japan's project "Support through GIAHS Programme the International Activities for Sustainable Family Farming." It aimed to gather, analyze, and share outstanding initiatives and best practices among family farmers in GIAHS sites.