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October 2023
Antimicrobial resistance
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_662faf6f
FAO/Luis Tato
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when germs, such as bacteria, develop resistance to drugs. With increased antibiotics use, and resistance in livestock, humans, who are the final consumers, are likely to face adverse effects from both the antibiotics and germs. Therefore, AMR studies are of global concern in ensuring food security.
Soil security
July 2024
In water-scarce dry areas, safeguarding soil resources is vital as it enhances agricultural productivity, water retention and nutrient availability. It...
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Abandoned, lost or discarded fishing gear
June 2024
The impact of abandoned, lost or discarded fishing gear, also known as ghost gear, is gaining more attention as fishing...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_9d5917cc
Climate variability
May 2024
In agriculture, understanding climate variability is crucial as it directly influences growing conditions for crops. Farmers rely on predictable weather...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_45796fbf
Artificial Intelligence
April 2024
Today, artificial intelligence and robots have become an integral part of most agricultural processes. Robots and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_27064
Wind farms
March 2024
Wind farms are one of the pillars of renewable energy. Due to the fact that they use a clean power...
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