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November2023

Innovation systems

AGROVOC URI
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_63f4fe74

FAO/Giampiero Diana

Network of organizations, communities, enterprises and individuals within which changes fostering transitions to sustainable food systems for food security and nutrition are generated and spread in the form of processes, forms of organization, dissemination of knowledge or bringing new products into use, together with the institutions and policies that affect their behaviour and performance.

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    Electricity generators

    Electricity generators are used in all areas of activity where it is necessary to ensure the continuity or autonomy of...

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    Antimicrobial resistance

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

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    September2023

    Lemon grass

    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

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

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    June2023

    Ecosystem services

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