Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), like other regions of the world, faces the problem of major forest fires every year. This complex phenomenon endangers the lives of people and social environments (rural populations, urban-rural interface communities and firefighting services), as well as seriously affecting the environment, rural development and different sectors of the local and regional economy.  

Innovations to re-carbonize soils, improve soil health and enhance water use efficiency take centre stage at the Science and Innovation Forum

19 October 2023, 9:00-10:30 (CEST), FAO headquarters and online.

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The four days of the Global Symposium on Soils and Water have been packed with remarkable discussions and presentations. FAO and its Global Soil Partnership are grateful for the active participation of over 2,000 participants.

FAO: Prioritize soil and water conservation in all international agendas