| 10/12/2007 |
FAO Indonesia Newsletter: Continued dedication to building back better
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Thanks to multi-donor contributions exceeding US$ 20 million, FAO support has been directly assisting some 74 500 tsunami-affected families, thereby benefiting over 370 000 individuals through a total of 17 projects.
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| 31/8/2007 |
Integrated programme for the rehabilitation of the fisheries sector in the tsunami-affected-affected districts of Hambantota, Ampara and Batticaloa
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Thanks to generous support from the Government of the Italian Republic FAO assisted 39 800 tsunami-affected individuals in Sri Lanka, with over 30 activities covering the agriculture, forestry, fisheries and livestock sectors.
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| 13/8/2007 |
President of Sri Lanka attends ceremonial handover of FAO distributed inboard engines
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Colombo. As part of a ceremonial handover organized by the Ministry and the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (MFAR/DFAR), the Sri Lankan President, Mahinda Rajapakse, personally took part in the distribution of 40 inboard (IB) engines to beneficiaries residing in the most vulnerable fisher communities.
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| 18/12/2006 |
Inauguration of a new Animal Health Centre and Ceremonial hand over of pregnant cows, veterinary supplies and equipment
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As part of a joint effort between FAO, Government line ministries and services, the Bureau for the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (BRR) of Aceh and Nias and the NGO Plan International, the Lhoknga Animal Health Centre was officially inaugurated today by Mr Usman Budiman, Second Assistant for Economic Development to the Governor of Aceh.
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| 1/11/2006 |
Restoring the livelihood of fishers and farmers and rehabilitating the environment
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The FAO interventions had considerable impact on the overall economy of the Seychelles and on the lives of the individual beneficiaries.
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| 1/10/2006 |
FAO fisheries assessment
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A Technical Assessment for Determining the Level of Fishing Capacity, Impact of Tsunami on Fishery Resources and Identification of Resources Access and Other Fishery-Related Issues in the Impacted Area
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| 30/9/2006 |
FAO’s response to the earthquake and tsunami disaster in sri lanka
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As the UN's lead technical agency for the agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors, FAOdeployed some 70 regional and international experts to assist affected governments in the tsunami-affected region.
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| 12/9/2006 |
FAO Supports Pest Management in the Maldives
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Improved pest management is a priority for the Agriculture sector. The sprayers and the training will enhance both income generation and food security in the islands” Yon Fernandez de Larrinoa, FAO Officer in Charge for the Maldives said today. FAO is distributing 56 motorized mist blowers and 300 kits of protective clothing to 20 atolls throughout the Maldives.
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| 20/8/2006 |
FAO Sri Lanka Newsletter
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FAO’s emergency relief and rehabilitation programme in Sri Lanka is funded by a total donor contribution of US$ 26 million, and is administered through 14 projects in the fisheries, agriculture and forestry sectors in tsunami-affected areas of the country. more...
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| 30/6/2006 |
FAO Indonesia Newsletter
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FAO assistance has already reached over 40 000 farmers through the distribution of rice and vegetable seeds, fertilizers, agriculture tools and machinery. In fact, over the first harvesting season sice the tsunami, average rice yields rose from 4 tonnes to 5.5 tonnes per hectare.
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| 22/6/2006 |
FAO helps empower women in Sri Lanka
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Empowering women has been the focus of training-workshops held jointly by FAO and the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources. These workshops are giving women in Sri Lanka new hope and a sense of self worth. Most of all, participants have been able to realize their potential and enter income-generating activities back home.
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| 31/5/2006 |
FAO workshop helps develop boat building skills in Aceh, Indonesia
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FAO conducted a hands-on technical training on boat engine alignment for boat builders working in FAO supported boatyards. more...
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| 25/4/2006 |
FAO and AIRO distribute fishing vessels to fishers in Aceh
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FAO delivers five high standard and fully equipped Acehnese fishing vessels to fishers in Kreung Raya in Indonesia. more...
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| 19/4/2006 |
Africover
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| 2/2/2006 |
FAO Newsletter - Indonesia
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The January to March 2006 issue of the FAO newsletter in Indonesia reviews FAO's assistance in rebuilding the livelihoods of fishers and farmers with updates on FAO projects and activities.
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| 20/12/2005 |
Italian Civil Protection provides motorcycles to support fisheries cooperatives in Sri Lanka
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FAO and MFMAR distributed six motorcycles to six fisheries cooperative societies in Galle this week. Fixed with ice boxes, the motorcycles will be used to transport fresh fish to neighbouring communities, allowing fishers to generate income to support their families.
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| 13/12/2005 |
FAO Indonesia Newsletter
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FAO has been helping thousands of tsunami affected farmers and fishers in Aceh province and Nias Island. more...
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| 7/12/2005 |
FAO and MFAR distribute fishing equipment provided by Italian Civil Protection, Japan and Belgium
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Fishing equipment, which includes 49 outboard motors and over 2 000 fishing nets, were provided to 210 fishers in Matara, Sri Lanka to help fisher households regain their livelihoods.
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| 18/11/2005 |
Nutrition project reaches 1200 beneficiaries in North-East Sri Lanka
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Under an ECHO funded project, FAO has provided nutrition enhancing training to increase micronutrient, protein and energy intake for meals using locally grown horticulture, rice and fish.
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| 15/11/2005 |
FAO supports women's livelihoods through model nurseries
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Under two projects funded by the Italian Cooperation and the Italian Civil Protection Department, FAO constructed five model horticulture nurseries to enhance the livelihoods of more than 350 tsunami-affected women. Community horticulture nurseries enable women's farmers' organizations to establish benefit schemes to help households achieve increased food security and earn extra income.
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| 10/11/2005 |
Japan and Belgium contributions help fishers resume livelihoods
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The Governments of Japan and Belgium have contributed funds for fishing equipment and boat engines under two separate FAO projects. Long fishing lines are included to catch tuna, which fetches prices up to 200 percent higher than tuna caught in nets, due to its increased freshness. The engines allow boats to return to the seas and with the fishing equipment, help fishers resume their livelihoods.
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| 18/10/2005 |
FAO's boat building training programme ensures fishers receive safe, high quality boats
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FAO is helping fishers improve their skills in boat building and selection and use of good quality timber through its boat building training programme. FAO has introduced several boat building principles so not only are the boats of a high standard but the fishers are also safe at sea.
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| 18/10/2005 |
Increased marine safety standards priority in Sri Lanka
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In order to safeguard the lives of fishers in Sri Lanka, FAO is helping to establish safety standards for fishing boat construction and operation.
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| 12/10/2005 |
FAO and the Italian Civil Protection collaborate to restart agriculture based livelihoods
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FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture distributed paddy and vegetable seed, fertilizer and fruit trees to close to 2 000 tsunami affected farmers in Hambantota, Matara and Galle. The distributions were designed to ensure that tsunami affected farmers are able to plant in time for the upcoming Maha season.
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| 4/10/2005 |
FAO, Belgium and Japan collaborate to boost the resumption of livelihoods for fishers in East Sri Lanka
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FAO is working closely with fisher communities in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka to help restore their way of life. Funding from Japan and Belgium supported 248 fishers through the distribution of 2 628 fishing nets and 90 boat engines, enabling fishers in this community to restart fishing and income generating activities.
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| 4/10/2005 |
FAO, Japan and Belgium collaborate to boost the resumption of livelihoods in East Sri Lanka
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FAO is working closely with fisher communities in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka to help restore their way of life. Funding from Japan and Belgium supported 248 fishers through the distribution of 2 628 fishing nets and 90 boat engines, enabling fishers in this community to restart fishing and income generating activities.
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| 20/9/2005 |
Understanding people's livelihoods key to success
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Understanding people's livelihoods key to success
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| 20/9/2005 |
Understanding people's livelihoods key to success
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Understanding the complex nature of the communities and groups targeted by the FAO's activities is essential to ensure the success of our assistance. FAO conducted a four-day workshop which looked at using livelihoods approaches and analysis to ensure the participation of marginalized and vulnerable people and enable them to influence their lives in the post-tsunami reconstruction process.
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| 1/9/2005 |
FAO Indonesia Newsletter
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Eight contracts to build 190 boats for a total value of about US$320000 were signed with local NGOs. These boat building contracts will provide high quality boats for the fishers of Kreung Raya, Sinabang, Meulaboh, Muara Batu, Sigli, Sabang, Banda Aceh and Meulaboh.
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| 4/8/2005 |
FAO, Italian cooperation launch redevelopment effort in tsunami-hit Sri Lanka
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A workshop was held in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 29 July to consolidate planning tools for the distribution of fishing inputs and longer term support for the development of sustainable fisheries-based livelihoods in 14 communities. Field teams visiting the communities will gain better knowledge on the capacity and strengths of people to take up livelihoods activities.
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| 4/8/2005 |
FAO and ECHO provide nutrition training in Sri Lanka
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Training on how to enhance micronutrient, protein, and energy intake for meals using locally grown produce, rice, and fish was given to agriculture and fisheries instructors in Vavuniya, Sri Lanka from 26-28 July. Processing horticulture produce and fish for preservation and long-term use was also demonstrated.
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| 3/8/2005 |
P.H.R.S. Lindula receives fishing nets from Japanese Embassy and FAO in Galle
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FAO and the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (MFAR) distributed close to 900 fishing nets and 67 engines to tsunami affected fishers in Galle, Sri Lanka. This net and engine distribution is part of a project funded by the Government of Japan which provides fishing inputs to all tsunami affected districts in Sri Lanka.
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| 3/8/2005 |
Support and equipment for fishing and crop production provided to restore livelihoods
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FAO has partnered with the Thai ministry of agriculture, UNDP and civil society to move forward much needed support and basic equipment for boasting livelihoods and incomes through sustainable farming and fishing activities in Thailand’s coastal zones affected by the tsunami.
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| 2/8/2005 |
More UN tsunami-recovery efforts announced for Sri Lanka, Indonesia
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As part of continuing efforts to help coastal communities recover from the devastating effects of last year's Indian Ocean tsunami, United Nations agencies today announced the distribution of fishing equipment in Sri Lanka and strategies for the reconstruction of ports in Indonesia
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| 26/7/2005 |
FAO helps Indonesian Government develop aquaculture strategy
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Before the tsunami hit, brackish water ponds (tambaks) provided income generating activities to inhabitants in coastal villages in Aceh Province. FAO is helping the Indonesian Government develop a strategy to re-establish the aquaculture industry and help thousands of villagers regain their livelihoods.
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| 14/7/2005 |
Japan funded project provides fishing gear in Sri Lanka
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FAO distributes 1 000 fishing nets and 100 outboard motors to tsunami-affected fishers in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. The gear will be used to fish sardine and mackerel and allow fishers to rebuild their livelihoods.
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| 5/7/2005 |
FAO distributes fishing gear to communities on Nias Island, Indonesia
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Local fishermen on Nias Island, Indonesia, have received fishing gear from FAO thanks to support from the Government of Japan. The distribution of fishing gear is considered a top priority to get fishermen with sea-worthy boats back to earning a livelihood as soon as possible.
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| 22/6/2005 |
FAO warns of imminent over-provision of small fishing boats
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FAO and the Sri Lankan Ministry of Aquatic Resources warn that there is a risk that too many fishing boats will be provided and could result in over fishing and long-term damage to coastal fisheries.
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| 16/6/2005 |
FAO Sri Lanka and Cey-Nor Foundation partner to assist fishers.
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FAO and Cey-Nor Foundation have provided boat repair materials and tools to repair over 3 400 boats in Sri Lanka, allowing 12 000 fishers to restart their livelihoods after the tsunami disaster.
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| 14/6/2005 |
Impact of subsidence on coastal areas
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FAO has analyzed the problems of subsidence and uplifting in tsunami affected countries, which has caused permanent loss of arable land to the sea, relocation of farmers who lost their land, and environmental damage to coral reefs and mangroves. These movements and horizontal displacements need close monitoring to prevent further saline water intrusion and degradation of water quality.
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| 30/5/2005 |
Regional Strategic Framework for fisheries and aquaculture
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A consortium of key regional agencies was formed to support coordination and harmonization of rehabilitation efforts in tsunami affected countries.
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| 26/5/2005 |
FAO Fisheries Department publication on fishing boat designs
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Successful fishing operations rely on appropriate boat design and construction. For this, the FAO Fisheries Department's paper is proving to be a popular and recognized reference - it is presently the most downloaded document on the entire FAO Web site (and has been for the last 12 months!).
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| 26/5/2005 |
FAO helping Sri Lankan fishers rebuild their livelihoods
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FAO has distributed fishing gear to fishers in the Hambantota District in Sri Lanka. A total of 225 packed net kits with ropes, floats and twine were given to more than a hundred beneficiaries. The project was financed by the Government of Japan.
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| 19/5/2005 |
FAO Helping Millions of Fishers and Farmers
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FAO's reconstruction efforts offers an opportunity not just to restore the livelihoods of farmers and fishers and rehabilitate ecosystems, but to improve the well being of the poor and vulnerable communities affected by the tsunami disaster.
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| 13/5/2005 |
Interview with Bay of Bengal (Dr Yadava) on Tsunami
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In an interview with Dr. Yugraj Yadava of the Bay of Bengal Programme, an Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO), he discusses sustaining fisheries production and ensuring livelihood security for millions of fisher folk in the region.
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| 11/5/2005 |
Tsunami among the worst water-related disasters ever
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The tsunami that ravaged the coasts of the Indian Ocean on the morning of 26 December 2004 will be in global collective memory for many years. more...
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| 4/5/2005 |
The food situation in Aceh province and Nias island
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A rice surplus is expected in Aceh, Indonesia and should help feed the hungry while encouraging local food purchases, FAO/WFP said in a joint food assessment report today. Economic activity is rapidly resuming in the province. However, poverty is still widespread and around 500 000 refugees are dependent on assistance.
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| 3/5/2005 |
Tractors and seeds for tsunami-hit rice farmers
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Around 550 hand tractors donated by Belgium will be delivered shortly to farmers affected by the tsunami in Indonesia. The tractors will be used to help rehabilitate 430 out of 710 hectares of damaged rice paddy. In addition the Japanese government has provided more than 175 tons of rice seeds, which will also be distributed by FAO to farmers.
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| 29/4/2005 |
FAO sends seeds and fertilizer to farmers in Sri Lanka
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Farmers in the south of Sri Lanka whose seeds, crops and tools were washed away by the tsunami will shortly receive $US 1,74 million in seeds and fertilizer. Funds have been donated by the Government of Greece in order to ensure that farmers are equipped for the start of the ‘Yala’ planting season.
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| 28/4/2005 |
Indonesia: post-tsunami agriculture brief
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In Indonesia around 160,000 livelihoods have been affected by the tsunami in the agriculture sector alone. An FAO document gives updated information on the rehabilitation programme for agriculture.
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| 27/4/2005 |
Sri Lanka: post-tsunami agriculture brief
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In Sri Lanka many larger farms as well as thousands of small homegardens were damaged or destroyed by the influx of seawater along much of the island’s coastline. An FAO document gives updated information on the rehabilitation programme for agriculture in the country.
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| 19/4/2005 |
Maldives: post-tsunami agriculture
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In the Maldives many crops and fruit trees have taken the brunt of the tsunami's impact. The low elevation of the islands made them particularly vulnerable to devastation by the in-coming waves. An FAO document details damage sustained from an agricultural perspective, and outlines advice being given to farmers on short and mid-term interventions to restore productivity.
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| 15/4/2005 |
Teaching salinity awareness in tsunami-hit region
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Following the assessment and surveys carried out on soil salinity, FAO is teaching farmers across the tsunami-hit region how best to manage damage caused by salinity. more...
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| 12/4/2005 |
FAO increases its appeal to $100 million
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FAO has increased its appeal for assistance to tsunami affected countries from $26 million to $100 million. While the original appeal covered emergency needs in the initial months, the current estimate reflects the full extent of the rehabilitation requirements until the end of the year for fisheries, agriculture and forestry following the tsunami disaster.
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| 4/4/2005 |
TeleFood project benefits tsunami survivors
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A truck load of vegetables has been delivered to tsunami survivors living in tent camps in Sri Lanka thanks to an FAO TeleFood-funded home-gardening project. Plans are also afoot to supply the camps with vegetables in grow-bags to provide an additional source of nutrients and encourage farmers to begin cultivating again. The project is based in Hingurakgoda, in Sri Lanka's North-Central province.
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| 1/4/2005 |
Letter from the field: Sri Lanka
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Dutch salinity expert Neeltje Kielen, has just returned from a two week field assignment as an FAO consultant to Sri Lanka’s tsunami-hit areas. She wrote down some of her observations in a letter to family and friends back home.
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| 1/4/2005 |
Tsunami-hit farmers could lose growing season
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Sri Lankan farmers in tsunami-hit areas whose homestead gardens and small farms were destroyed now face losing a whole season’s crops unless they are helped immediately, FAO said.
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| 31/3/2005 |
Soil salinity problems are limited in tsunami affected countries
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Soil salinity problems caused by the tsunami are less severe than previously estimated, FAO stated on the occasion of a workshop on soil salinity and rehabilitation that opened in Bangkok today (31 March/1 April). In many areas planting could resume, but farmers are facing other constraints.
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| 22/3/2005 |
Forestry rehabilitation underway
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Rehabilitation needs within the forestry sector have been identified and a programme of assistance laid down as part of FAO’s overall recovery plan. The Ministerial meeting on forests held at FAO on 14 March included an evaluation of the forest sector’s contribution to post-tsunami rehabilitation so far.
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| 22/3/2005 |
Credit for tsunami-hit fisheries
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Credit and microfinance support is to be provided by Asian agricultural banks to help rebuild and strengthen fisheries and fish farmers associations in the region. A meeting organised by the Asia Pacific Rural and Agricultural Credit Association (APRACA) together with FAO and held in Bangkok (14-18 March) discussed strategies to be adopted to this end.
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| 14/3/2005 |
Voices from tsunami-hit coastal communities
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Non-Governmental Organizations are FAO’s key partners in implementing agricultural and fisheries rehabilitation programmes in tsunami-affected countries. In these two radio interviews, representatives of NGOs in Thailand and India stress the importance of keeping the coastal communities and their needs to the fore in planning rehabilitation.
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| 14/3/2005 |
Forestry priorities for tsunami-hit Sri Lanka
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The assessment of damage to forests and forestry livelihoods following the tsunami has now begun in Sri Lanka, this radio interview with Hosny El Lakany of the Forestry Department reveals. more...
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| 11/3/2005 |
Too Many Small Canoes Could Store Poverty in Future, FAO Warns
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Relief organisations working to help fishermen in Sri Lanka must be careful not too supply too many small canoes that could put further pressure on fish resources and even endanger the safety of fishermen, FAO has warned.
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| 11/3/2005 |
New guide published: The impact of salt water on agricultural land in Aceh province
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Salt contamination of the soil is one of the major issues for farmers whose land was submerged by the tsunami. This publication provides guidance to farmers, NGOs and agriculture experts on how to recognise salt damage, how to reduce salinity and how to plant crops accordingly.
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| 8/3/2005 |
Post-tsunami: Huge demands for wood need careful management
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In the aftermath of the tsunami a massive demand for wood for rebuilding runs the risk of putting undue pressure on forests. A regional workshop on the rehabilitation of forest ecosystems following the tsunami, held 7-8 March in Bangkok, Thailand aims to highlight the need to take urgent measures to avoid over-harvesting and the illegal felling of trees.
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| 8/3/2005 |
Committee on Fisheries to discuss impact of tsunami
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A document entitled ‘Rehabilitation of the Fishing Communities and the Fisheries and Aquaculture sectors affected by the tsunami in the Indian Ocean’ will be presented for discussion during the FAO Committee on Fisheries (COFI), held in Rome 7-11 March. Discussion will focus on rebuilding the livelihoods of fishers and fish farmers in an appropriate and sustainable manner.
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| 7/3/2005 |
Post- tsunami fishing` communities workshop
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A report from a two-day conference held in Phuket, Thailand intended to facilitate direct linkages between donors and affected fishing communities in the country.
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| 7/3/2005 |
Tsunami impact on agricultural sector in Indonesia
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This Photo-file shows the range of destruction wreaked by the tsunami on agricultural land in Indonesia, as well as damage to infrastructure and agricultural equipment.
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| 1/3/2005 |
After tsunami: FAO has received firm donor commitments of around $20.5 million
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In a radio interview, Jeremy Turner, Chief of FAO's Fishery Technology Service describes current priorities for the rehabilitation of the fisheries sector. more...
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| 16/2/2005 |
Coordination the key to tsunami rehabilitation
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In an interview Richard China, Rome-based co-ordinator for FAO's response to the tsunami disaster underlines FAO's key role in providing technical assistance and guidance, especially in the agriculture and fisheries sectors. more...
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| 15/2/2005 |
Agricultural reconstruction post-tsunami
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FAO's Agricultural Department has mobilised specialist teams to assist agricultural reconstruction along the thousands of kilometres of coast devastated by the tsunami. The challenge is to help those affected to return to farming as quickly as possible, despite saltwater contamination and the threat of outbreaks of disease among livestock.
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| 14/2/2005 |
Hope again in Banda Aceh
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Peter de Young is part of the FAO Team for Agricultural Rehabilitation in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. In this radio interview, he describes plans for rebuilding boats and for bringing in new fish stock. Local women have quickly moved from a grieving phase to taking the lead in rebuilding community livelihoods.
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| 10/2/2005 |
Aerial survey of tsunami devastation in Aceh Indonesia
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A team comprising representatives from the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Affairs and Fisheries together with FAO experts flew the length of the coastline area of Aceh Indonesia to gain a complete picture of the damage caused by the tsunami. A slide show accompanying this feature shows the extent of the damage.
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| 8/2/2005 |
Tsunami emergency lessons
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A recently published report aims to assist agencies working towards post-tsunami rehabilitation by highlighting seven generic lessons that have been learned from other natural disasters, specifically floods and earthquakes.
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| 8/2/2005 |
Indonesian minister urges quick action for tsunami victims
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A workshop organised by Indonesia's Marine Affairs and Fisheries Ministry with FAO has developed a revival plan for the coastal area devastated by the tsunami. The workshop highlighted the need to make sustainability key to the recovery plan, incorporating strategies that help reduce poverty and strengthen the local economy in the region.
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| 4/2/2005 |
Disaster management at local level
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An FAO programme addresses the role of local institutions in anticipating risks and reducing vulnerability to natural disasters.
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| 2/2/2005 |
Workshop on disaster management
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With 60,000 deaths and the livelihoods of around 1.5 million under threat, fisheries is the sector most seriously hit by the tsunami. more...
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| 1/2/2005 |
Micro gardens
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Micro gardens are to be promoted as a simple and effective means of providing food for families and communities affected by the tsunami. more...
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| 28/1/2005 |
Priority action for rebuilding livelihoods
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Richard China, Rome-based Coordinator for FAO's response to the Tsunami reports on a recent visit to the region hit by the tsunami. more...
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| 25/1/2005 |
Guidelines for the rehabilitation of fisheries activities
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A framework document produced by FAO provides a preliminary outline of the range of activities needed to restore fisheries and aquaculture in the affected areas on an immediate, medium and long-term basis. more...
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| 21/1/2005 |
Reclaiming soils affected by the tsunami
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Agricultural land affected by the tsunami needs to be quickly rehabilitated to restore the production capacity of farmers and ensure food security in rural areas. FAO proposes a framework for a 'Reclamation Action Plan for Affected Soils'.
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| 14/1/2005 |
Different impacts of the tsunami on women and men
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Lessons learned in natural disasters and armed conflicts reveal that interventions to save lives and secure livelihoods are more efficient and effective when gender issues are properly understood and addressed.
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| 14/1/2005 |
HIV/AIDS and other diseases in Tsunami affected countries
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Coastal areas tend to attract large numbers of very poor people, in part because they offer access to relatively low-cost sources of livelihood such as fishing or the tourist industry. Consequently, these regions often act as epicentres of poverty-related diseases.
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| 14/1/2005 |
Food supply and food security situation in countries
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Assessment paper written by FAO's Economic and Social Department
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| 11/1/2005 |
Radio interview with FAO Director-General on the tsunami disaster
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Dr Jacques Diouf talks to Radio France International (in French, mp3)
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| 10/1/2005 |
FAO distributes nets and outboard engines in Kalmunai, Sri Lanka
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Fishing nets and outboard engines provided by the Governments of Belgium and Japan and the Humanitarian Aid Department of the European Commission were distributed to fishers in Sri Lanka. This equipment will allow fishers to return to the waters and restore their way of life.
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| 10/1/2005 |
Impacts of the tsunami on fisheries, aquaculture and coastal livelihoods
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Summary report of the impact of the tsunami waves on coastal livelihoods
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| 7/1/2005 |
Impacts of the tsunami on fisheries, aquaculture and coastal livelihoods
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Situation report
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| 7/1/2005 |
First assessment of the tsunami damages to fisheries and aquaculture
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More than 150 million fishers, fish farmers and their family members in Asia depend on fishing and aquaculture for their livelihoods.
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| 7/1/2005 |
Assessment and rehabilitation of land and water resources
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The impact of the tsunamis on crops, animals, land and water.Unless fishing boats, fishing gear, seeds and tools are provided within a matter of weeks, food and livelihood security will deteriorate rapidly.
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| 7/1/2005 |
FAO's response to the tsunami
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Unless fishing boats, fishing gear, seeds and tools are provided within weeks, food and livelihood security will deteriorate rapidly.
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| 5/1/2005 |
Tsunami communities reborn
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This online booklet shares stories of those victims whose livelihoods were shattered by the tsunami and highlights how FAO and its partners have been able to help them piece their lives back together.
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