AGROVOC

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  • May2024

    Climate variability

    AGROVOC URI
    http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_45796fbf

    FAO/Christena Dowsett

    In agriculture, understanding climate variability is crucial as it directly influences growing conditions for crops. Farmers rely on predictable weather patterns to plan planting and harvesting schedules. However, increased climate variability can lead to more unpredictable and extreme weather events, impacting crop yields and making agricultural planning and management more challenging.

  • Concept of the month
    November2023

    Innovation systems

    Network of organizations, communities, enterprises and individuals within which changes fostering transitions to sustainable food systems for food security and...

  • Concept of the month
    October2023

    Antimicrobial resistance

    Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when germs, such as bacteria, develop resistance to drugs. With increased antibiotics use, and resistance in...

  • Concept of the month
    September2023

    Lemon grass

    Lemon grass is a perennial grass frequently used in Asia, especially Southeast Asian cuisine. The essential oil extracted from the...

  • Concept of the month
    July2023

    Medicinal plants

    Medicinal plants, also called medicinal herbs, have been discovered and used in traditional medicine practices since prehistoric times. Plants synthesize...

  • Concept of the month
    June2023

    Ecosystem services

    Ecosystem services directly and indirectly benefit agroecosystems. They are relevant for and add value to produced goods, by regulating ecosystem...