Rome - The rise in nitrogen fertilizers over the past century has significantly contributed to enhancing agricultural production and bolstering food security and nutrition for an expanding global population. Nevertheless, improper use of nitrogen can severely damage air, water, and soil quality, result in biodiversity loss, and exacerbate climate change.

FAO participated in the fourth Global Bioeconomy Summit (GBS) in Nairobi on 23-24 October 2024, the first hosted on the African continent, and joined forces with partners highlighting multiple areas of bioeconomy for food and agriculture, which could benefit the inclusive and equitable implementation of sustainable bioeconomy globally, including the...

Africa’s forests hold huge potential to contribute to a sustainable bioeconomy and help combat climate change if the region can overcome unique challenges, according to a new joint report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Dalberg. Launched today at the Global Bioeconomy Summit 2024 in Nairobi, Building a...

FAO briefs the EESC at the 6th Rural Pact Debate on developing regional bioeconomy strategies and maximizing local resource use for rural development FAO was at the forefront of discussions during the thematic Rural Pact debate on the role of circular economy and bioeconomy in supporting sustainable agrifood systems to promote...

In early 2023, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire's bustling metropolis, found itself at a critical juncture. The city, home to six million souls and growing annually by 187 000 more, was generating a staggering 4 000 tonnes of organic waste daily. City officials strained to manage this burgeoning waste problem.