FAO, through its Joint FAO/IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) Division and its dedicated Agriculture & Biotechnology Laboratories, uses isotopic and nuclear techniques to support climate-smart agriculture. This includes the application of nuclear and related techniques to: 

• sustainably increase agricultural productivity,
• adapt and build the resilience of agricultural and food security systems to climate change
• reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture, taking into account national and local contexts and priorities.

Using nuclear and related techniques to assess the impact of climate change and to promote climate‑smart agricultural practices, dedicated technology packages have been developed. They enhance resource use efficiency, improve soil fertility, reduce GHG emissions, curtail farming costs and increase crop and livestock productivity in a sustainable manner. For further information go to the IAEA website.