La tecnología y los datos de vanguardia aportarán transparencia y responsabilidad a los compromisos mundiales relativos a la restauración del Marco Mundial de Biodiversidad de Kunming-Montreal

El Centro de Conocimientos sobre Biodiversidad de la FAO consolida la información y los recursos existentes de la FAO relacionados con la biodiversidad en los sectores agrícolas. Esta plataforma ayuda a los países a fortalecer sus conocimientos y capacidades para implementar el Marco Mundial de Biodiversidad de Kunming-Montreal, apoyar el logro de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible y garantizar la seguridad alimentaria mundial.  

Para lograr sistemas agroalimentarios resilientes es fundamental empoderar a los agricultores, los Pueblos Indígenas, las comunidades locales y los científicos para que conserven y utilicen los recursos genéticos

This significant publication highlights the crucial role of genetic resources in maintaining the resilience and productivity of forests and their adaptation to climate change. Drawing on data from 77 countries – representing more than three-quarters of the global forest area – the report analyses the progress made in improving the management of forest genetic resources while also indicating that there is a need to reinforce their conservation and sustainable management in the face of rising threats to them.

The Third Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture presents the results of a global assessment of the status and trends of in situ conservation, on-farm management, ex situ conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture since 2012. It also presents the status of human and institutional capacities and the enabling environment necessary for the effective conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.  

En 2025, el tema del día serán los bosques y los alimentos, en el que homenajearemos el papel fundamental que desempeñan los bosques para la seguridad alimentaria, la nutrición y los medios de vida. Además de proporcionar alimentos, combustible, ingresos y empleo, los bosques favorecen la fertilidad del suelo, protegen los recursos hídricos y ofrecen hábitats para la biodiversidad, también a polinizadores vitales. Son esenciales para la supervivencia de las comunidades que dependen de los bosques, en particular de los Pueblos Indígenas, y contribuyen a mitigar el cambio climático almacenando carbono.

Delegados de 139 países se reunieron en la sede de la FAO en Roma para la reanudación de la reunión de la 16.ª reunión de la Conferencia de las Partes (COP16.2) del Convenio sobre la Diversidad Biológica (CDB) de las Naciones Unidas. Con la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agricultura (FAO) como anfitriona, la reunión fue una continuación de la COP16, celebrada en Cali, Colombia, entre octubre y noviembre de 2024.

As the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) talks resume at FAO Headquarters in Rome, FAO’s publication on Delivering on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework through Agrifood Systems has been released in all six UN languages.

Colombia, la Secretaría del CDB y la FAO aúnan esfuerzos para destacar la importancia de incluir los sistemas agroalimentarios en las estrategias y planes de acción nacionales en materia de diversidad biológica

Ya se trate de utilizar semillas autóctonas más resilientes, combinar cultivos de café con bananeros o restaurar las poblaciones de polinizadores, la biodiversidad no es un concepto abstracto que manejan científicos y activistas. Se trata de toda una serie de prácticas concretas que los agricultores aplican en su trabajo diario de forma crucial para la seguridad alimentaria y el medio ambiente.

Roma - El debate inconcluso sobre la biodiversidad vuelve a la mesa de negociación. Tras un período de sesiones pionero en Cali (Colombia), las delegaciones se reúnen de nuevo en Roma para abordar los asuntos pendientes que serán fundamentales para la acción en materia de biodiversidad, con la transformación de los sistemas agroalimentarios que destaca como elemento central para tener éxito a nivel mundial.

How can biodiversity meet people’s needs within agrifood systems? FAO, the CBD Secretariat, and the Government of Colombia will spotlight solutions at the special event "Meeting People’s Needs through Sustainable Use of Biodiversity within Agrifood Systems”, which will take place on 24 February 2025 ahead of the resumed session of COP16.2, addressing key global biodiversity strategies and the Agri-NBSAPs Support Initiative.

Pulses bring diversity to our agrifood systems in multiple ways: on the farm, in our diets and through value-added products. They boost biodiversity on farms by enriching cropping systems with more species. With more than 100 types of pulses available, farmers have many options for crop rotations and/or intercropping. Consumers can enjoy pulses as part of healthy diets.

This report highlights nitrogen’s critical role in supporting agricultural production, food security, and economic growth. However, unsustainable nitrogen management has severe consequences, including environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Balancing nitrogen use in agrifood systems is key to maintaining soil health, improving air and water quality, and addressing the interconnected challenges of pollution, climate change, and biodiversity conservation. If you are an FAO Member or an agrifood stakeholder interested in understanding nitrogen challenges in agrifood systems and exploring solutions to improve sustainable nitrogen management, this event is a valuable opportunity to explore key findings and discuss pathways to sustainable nitrogen.

The adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) at COP15 of the CBD marked a significant commitment to a world living in harmony with nature. The KMGBF outlines ambitious goals and 23 targets for 2030, with agrifood systems playing a crucial role in their achievement. Target 10 specifically commits countries to sustainably managing areas under agriculture, aquaculture, fisheries, and forestry, including through the sustainable use of biodiversity. To implement the KMGBF, countries are developing and implementing National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) and monitoring their implementation. A draft guidance document was coordinated by FAO to assist governments and other agrifood stakeholders in their efforts to implement the KMGBF, taking target 10 as an entry point for agrifood systems. This consultation seeks reviews, suggestions and input, including proposals for relevant examples, materials, and case studies, to illustrate and inform the draft Guidance for Target 10.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has unveiled two new online resources to support countries and stakeholders in restoring degraded ecosystems. An interactive digital version of the Resource Guide to Target 2 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and a complementary e-learning course aim to provide practical tools that make restoration planning, monitoring and reporting more accessible and actionable.

The digital guide transforms the original resource into a dynamic, user-friendly platform. Designed to simplify navigation and enhance engagement, the guide uses interactive features such as clickable visuals, embedded case studies, and linked references. These features allow users to explore restoration approaches while tailoring the guidance to their specific contexts. The digital format ensures wider accessibility, enabling policymakers, field practitioners, and technical experts to interact with content better.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has welcomed a decision to hold at its headquarters in Rome, Italy the resumed sessions of the UN Biodiversity Conference, including the Sixteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) from 25 to 27 February 2025. 

In October 2024, delegates from 196 countries met in Cali to discuss the state of implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) and the global progress in conserving and sustainably using biodiversity. At COP16, countries were able to adopt several key and monumental decisions, but a number of draft decisions were not considered by the final plenary and are therefore pending adoption. 

At COP16 in Cali, Colombia, the side event showcased efforts to align regional plans with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aiming to support sustainable agriculture and environmental protection.

The Delivering Restoration Outcomes for Biodiversity and Human Well-being Resource Guide is a collaborative tool from FAO, CBD, and the Society for Ecological Restoration aimed at helping countries meet Target 2 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. 

Integrar la biodiversidad en la producción agrícola, eliminar plaguicidas obsoletos, restaurar ecosistemas, reducir los impactos del cambio climático en la pesca, contribuir al ordenamiento territorial en la ganadería, y convertir miles de hectáreas en áreas protegidas, son parte del trabajo que ...