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January2024

Sustainable Development Goals

AGROVOC URI
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_013b16cd

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The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere. The 17 Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which set out a 15-year plan to achieve the Goals.

  • 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...