The Communication for Rural Development Sourcebook is a needed and timely resource to improve a wide range of FAO undertakings aimed at achieving food and nutrition security, sustainable agricultural development, climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction. In the framework of the new organizational strategicobjectives, this sourcebook has a great potential to strengthen the communication skills of FAO staff, particularly in regional and country offices, as well as partners inother development agencies, national governments and local organizations striving for inclusive rural development.