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April 2024
Artificial Intelligence
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_27064

FAO/Lekha Edirisinghe
Today, artificial intelligence and robots have become an integral part of most agricultural processes. Robots and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are being utilized for the benefit of farmers and the agriculture industry as a whole.
Weather forecasting is one of the important aspects for farmers. Flying robots can help farmers with tasks such as crop monitoring, soil analysis and pest control, while AI software can help predict weather conditions and make decisions about when to plant, harvest and apply pesticides, as well as reduce vulnerability to environmental extremes.

Sustainable Development Goals
January 2024
The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_013b16cd

Electricity generators
December 2023
Electricity generators are used in all areas of activity where it is necessary to ensure the continuity or autonomy of...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_25730

Innovation systems
November 2023
Network of organizations, communities, enterprises and individuals within which changes fostering transitions to sustainable food systems for food security and...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_63f4fe74

Antimicrobial resistance
October 2023
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when germs, such as bacteria, develop resistance to drugs. With increased antibiotics use, and resistance in...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_662faf6f

Lemon grass
September 2023
Lemon grass is a perennial grass frequently used in Asia, especially Southeast Asian cuisine. The essential oil extracted from the...
AGROVOC URI: http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_41d978c7