AGROVOC

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February2024

Sustainable production

AGROVOC URI
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_b9932c97

FAO/Khaled Desouki

Sustainable production refers to creating goods or services while minimizing negative environmental, social, and economic impacts. It involves responsible resource use, reduced waste, and consideration of long-term ecological balance, ensuring the needs of present and future generations are met.

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

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

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

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    Ecosystem services

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