FAO AGRIS connects millions of records of agricultural research from institutions around the world. Behind this vast collection lies a simple principle: knowledge is strongest when it is shared and when it is accurate. Because FAO AGRIS is a collaborative network, maintaining the quality of its records is not only the responsibility of the platform’s team. It is also something the global community of users can help strengthen.

Many researchers, librarians and students use FAO AGRIS to find scientific literature, but fewer realize that they can also contribute to improving the database. When users report mistakes in records, they help ensure that the information others rely on remains trustworthy and easy to discover.

Sometimes the issues are small but important. A misspelled author name may prevent proper recognition of a researcher's work. A wrong journal title or publication detail can make a paper harder to cite or locate. In other cases, a record may appear under the wrong subject category, or a publication may raise concerns about predatory publishing practices. Identifying these problems helps the FAO AGRIS team review and correct records so that the database continues to serve the research community effectively.

These small corrections have broader effects. Accurate records improve how research is found in searches, ensure that authors and institutions receive appropriate credit, and help users trust the information they access. Over time, this collective attention to detail strengthens FAO AGRIS as a reliable source of agricultural knowledge.

Most importantly, reporting errors reinforces the collaborative spirit that defines FAO AGRIS. The platform grows through contributions from institutions and users across the world. By sharing feedback, users help protect the integrity of a global knowledge resource that supports research, education and agricultural development.

If you notice a mistake in a FAO AGRIS record, you can contact the team at [email protected]

 and share the link or details of the issue. Even a brief message can help improve the accuracy of the database.

As part of the FAO AGRIS network, you have the power to help keep the database accurate and trustworthy. Your feedback helps ensure that agricultural research remains visible, reliable and accessible for the global community.

See something that doesn't look right? Let the FAO AGRIS team know. Your input helps keep agricultural knowledge accurate for everyone.