How can WTO rules promote climate change adaptation in agriculture in developing countries?

Despite the volatility and uncertainty in current trade policy, adaptation in the agriculture sector remains an immediate priority for developing countries. To bring this challenge to the fore, IISD organized a webinar to share insights from the research community on how changes to WTO rules could foster climate change adaptation in agriculture in developing countries. During the webinar, experts discussed (i) the possibilities of identifying adaptation goods in agriculture, making these more affordable and increasing their uptake by developing country farmers, and (ii) repurposing agricultural support toward adaptation-friendly crops and practices while avoiding trade distortions and breaching subsidy limits under the WTO Agreement on Agriculture.